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Pregnancy is when an embryo starts to form in the uterus following conception. During the coming weeks, the pregnant woman's body will take on many changes. It is estimated that half of all pregnancies are unplanned. Guttmacher Institute: Guttmacher Institute
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Fast Facts
- Early Pregnancy Symptoms: Missed menstrual cycle, sore breasts, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, headaches, mood swings, frequent urination
- Stages of Pregnancy: 1st trimester, 2nd trimester and 3rd trimester
- Healthy diet and exercise are very important
- Get at least 400 mil of folic acid a day to prevent neural tube defects
- Risk Factors: Young or old maternal age, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes or HIV and AIDS
- Possible Complications: Gestational diabetes, preeclampsia or eclampsia
- Only 50% of births happen within a week of the due date
- Half of pregnant women get hemorrhoids
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Prenatal Care
Prenatal care is needed for both the health of the mother and baby. It is very important to see a health care provider as soon as pregnancy is suspected. Your first doctor visit will likely be when you are around six to eight weeks pregnant. During this visit you will be weighed and have your blood pressure taken. Also during you first visit you will have a pelvic examination and a pap smear. Other tests include urine tests and blood tests. The doctor will usually recommend that you not gain more than 25 to 30 pounds during your pregnancy. -
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Woman Conceives Two Babies Two Weeks Apart
Like most women during their pregnancy, Julia Grovenburg went to her doctor's office for an ultrasound of her growing baby, Jillian. During her ultrasound on June 4, 2009, Julia, a resident of Fort Smith, Arkansas, received surprising information. She was pregnant with a second child. The doctors soon discovered that the second baby, Hudson, was smaller and younger developmentally. Even more shocking was the revelation that the two babies were not conceived at the same time like most twins. Ms. Grovenburg conceived a second child while she was already pregnant with the first.Although the babies are expected to be delivered together in December, their official due dates are actually in two different years: Jillian in December 2009 and Hudson in January 2010.
Julia Grovenburg's obstetrician, Dr. Michael Muylaert, confirmed that the Grovenburgs may be dealing with a rare condition called superfetation. This suspicion can only be confirmed or refuted after the birth of the two babies by conducting metabolic and chromosomal studies on them.http://abcnews.go.com/Health/ReproductiveHealth/pregnant-woman-pregnant-julia-grovenburg-conceives-consecutively/story?id=8656369
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Questions and Answers About Pregnancy | View All | Ask a Question
View All Pregnancy Questions (50) | Ask a QuestionHow effective are essential oils and aromatherapy for pregnant women during the early stages of labor? (2 Answers)I can't vouch for the efficacy of essential oils used during labor, but I can't see that it would cause any harm (so long as the oils are chosen carefully ... read moreWhat is High Risk Pregnancy? (2 Answers)Pregnancies at high risk of fetal or maternal complications. There are many factors that contribute to complications during pregnancy and delivery. A pregnancy, where because of a specific health history ... read moreIn 2008, how many women in COLORADO (only) had (a) a pregnancy and (b) of those, how many had a pregnancy loss (2 Answers)Colorado Center for Reproductive Medicine Statistics 2007 Statistics (as of 9/4/2008) http://www.colocrm.com/rates2007.htm I couldn't copy the table for you or I would, but here are the charts for 2007 for ... read more
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Pregnancy Blogs
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Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases among women. Find out how to keep your baby safe from becoming infected with HSV.breastfeeding.suite101.com (November 07, 2009) -
Traveling for the Holidays while Pregnant: Best Ways to Stay Safe ...
For some, holiday travel is a necessity. Fortunately, pregnancy is no reason to skip out on the family, friends, or festivities with these handy tips.breastfeeding.suite101.com (November 07, 2009) -
Is it wrong to apply for a job while pregnant and not tell them I ...
That is, unless I actually end up getting the job? There's a job vacancy that is just IDEAL for me at the moment. I have been out of work and studies for a year and a half and really wanted a job. The.babyandbump.com (November 07, 2009)
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Pregnancy News
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New Moon Actor Robert Pattinson Addresses Pregnancy Rumor
As for the Pattinson pregnant information, Robert Pattinson addressed the pregnancy rumor with a shocking admission, "I am, yes." Jokingly, tabloids can now ...Deadbolt (November 07, 2009) -
Swine flu vaccination is particularly important for pregnant women, doctors say
The reasoning for pregnant women to get the vaccine is that during pregnancy, the immune system tones itself down and so the women are more compromised for ...Naples Daily News (November 07, 2009) -
Kourtney Kardashian: I'm Tired of Gaining Pregnancy Weight
I am tired of hearing her talk about this pregnancy because all she says is dumb things! BOO WHO 26 lbs! You are pregnant- deal with it! ...Us Magazine (November 06, 2009) -
H1N1 vaccine for pregnant women next week
VANCOUVER – Women in their first half of pregnancy can expect to get vaccinated against the Swine Flu virus next week, says BC health chief Dr. Perry ...Vancouverite (November 07, 2009)
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Pregnancy on Amazon | View All
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Belly Bandit Original post-pregnancy tummy wrap (Small nude) - $45.95
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First Response Early Result Pregnancy Test, 3 tests - $19.57
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The Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy - $15.00
Your Girlfriends, of course -- at least, the ones who've been through the exhilaration and exhaustion, the agony and ecstasy of pregnancy. Four-time delivery room veteran Vicki Iovine, "the Carrie Bradshaw of pregnancy" (Wall Street Jour...
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Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy - $19.95
This new Mayo Clinic book on pregnancy provides you with practical information and reassurance on pregnancy and childbirth. Compiled by Mayo Clinic experts in obstetrics, it offers a clear, thorough and reliable reference for this exciting ...
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User Recommended Links for Pregnancy | Suggest a Link
The Hospital for Sick Children - Motherisk-organization part of the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto -trustworthy source for information (backed up by scientific studies)on the effect of various substances during pregnancy -Excellent hotline #s for support
motherisk.org Recommended by shaz on June 27, 2007Pregnancy & ParentingThe Beehive is a great general site, but especially for lower-income people. They do a good job of touching upon all of the issues of pregnancy.
thebeehive.org Recommended by robbole on July 4, 2007Royal College of MidwivesProfessional organisation for UK midwives - lots of information about midwifery and maternity services
rcm.org.uk Recommended by ebenezercm on July 24, 2007Precedent Communications | A Top 10 Interactive Web Design Agency in London and CardiffMidwives discussing normal birth - what it is, how to support it
rcmnormalbirth.net Recommended by ebenezercm on July 24, 2007Pregnancy Timeline | timelineIt's a timeline about pregnancy and the different stages that you should expect your child to go through. Pretty educational.
xtimeline.com Recommended by victortu on September 6, 2007Natural way to induce labor at home. Matenrity Acupressure is a simple way to induce labor naturally.Dear Friend, When you reach the advanced stages of pregnancy, you might feel as big as a Macy's float in the Thanksgiving parade, feel discomfort no matter what position you're in and difficulty in moving around or getting off your bed and constant
maternityacupressure.com Recommended by outlander2007 on November 8, 2007http://thebump.com(Pregnancy Guides) Has lots of resources including trimester to-do's, expert advice and a free discount membership program for maternity related products and services.
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Pregnancy on Twitter Powered by Twitter
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New blog post: New MTV video interview with Robert Pattinson - he's self-deprecating & talks crazy rumors (pregnancy)!! http://bit.ly/3x9lOn
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I love when I can finally feel the little one moving; my favorite part of pregnancy. That, and the absolute freedom to eat minus any guilt.
@crystalmalek | November 08, 2009 02:38 AM -
@MrsAngell says possible ear infection ... should see your doctor... probably not pregnancy related
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Multivitamins may prevent miscarriage due to drinking early in pregnancy Life Extension Daily News: http://bit.ly/40OrwE via @addthis
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