Are probiotics essential during pregnancy? Probiotics are living microorganisms, the majority of which are bacteria followed by yeast. They are similar to the naturally occurring microorganisms found in the intestines,...
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Eating well-balanced meals is important at all times, but it is even more so when you are pregnant. There are essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that your developing baby needs....
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The first six weeks after the delivery of your baby are considered your “recovery” period, eight weeks if you had a cesarean section. But some believe recovery lasts for six...
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Constipation during pregnancy is a common problem and nearly half of all pregnant women get constipated at some point. Constipation occurs when there is abdominal pain or discomfort, difficult and infrequent...
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During pregnancy, many women have questions about how their body changes. You may not only wonder how big your baby is, but also how big your uterus is. Before pregnancy,...
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You might wake up one morning feeling energetic and wanting to clean and organize your entire house. This urge to clean and organize is known as nesting. Nesting during pregnancy is...
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Unusual Cravings During Pregnancy Pica is the practice of craving substances with little or no nutritional value. Most pregnancy and pica-related cravings involve non-food substances such as dirt or chalk....
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Pregnancy Hemorrhoids: Causes, Treatment and Prevention Unfortunately, hemorrhoids during pregnancy are common. Hemorrhoids are varicose (swollen) veins of the rectum and are usually painful. They most often appear during the third trimester. The...
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There are breast changes during pregnancy you should expect almost from day one. Blame the hormones. As hormone levels increase, so does blood flow and fluid retention causing your breasts...
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What is an Ultrasound Exam? This procedure uses high-frequency sound waves to scan a woman's abdomen and pelvic cavity, creating a picture (sonogram) of the baby and placenta. Although the...
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