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A healthy lifestyle is vital during pregnancy. Here's what you should (and shouldn't) do to help ensure a healthy pregnancy and to prepare for baby's arrival.
Food and Fitness
Eating healthy food -- and enough of it -- during pregnancy is very important for your baby.
How to control your pregnancy cravings -- and when to give in to them.
Morning sickness can actually happen at any time of day, usually early in pregnancy. Learn about it.
Exercising during pregnancy can help you stay healthy and feel your best.
Here are some exercises that can help you stay fit during pregnancy.
You can be pregnant and fit, too.
How much weight should you gain during pregnancy?
Dos and Don'ts
Is it OK to dye your hair? Change the cat litter? Here's what you should and shouldn't do during pregnancy.
For many moms-to-be, pregnancy brings symptoms they didn't expect.
Pay special attention to medications you take during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester.
Find out about vaccine safety during pregnancy.
Just how much caffeine is it safe for pregnant women to drink? This link takes you to an outside site.
Drinking alcohol is risky when you’re pregnant. Read six questions and answers on alcohol and pregnancy.
According to national statistics, the CDC reports that about 3% of pregnant woman use illicit drugs, which can result in some form of birth defect. Read more from the March of Dimes. This link takes you to an outside site.
About 11% of U.S. pregnant women in 2002 smoked cigarettes while pregnant. Find out why pregnancy is the time to quit smoking.
Stress during pregnancy is more than an inconvenience; it's unhealthy for you and your baby.
Good posture and body mechanics can help you stay pain-free during pregnancy.
The pros and cons, costs, and reasons behind saving your newborn's umbilical cord blood.
How older moms can increase their chances of having a healthy baby.
Looking Ahead
How is your pregnancy due date determined?
Congratulations, you're pregnant! Now, when will your baby arrive?
Pregnancy is a great time to get your legal and financial affairs in order.
Here's what to look for in a childbirth class.
Pick a pediatrician who's right for you and your family.
A shopping list for those essential (and not-so essential) items.
Even in the womb, babies can sense their parents' love.
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