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Glossary Terms for Health & Pregnancy

Whether you're newly pregnant for the first time or an old hand at taking care of your family's health, the number of new terms and phrases in this area of medicine can be daunting. But the following glossary of pregnancy and family terms can keep you up to date and on track with everything you need to know.

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