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Birth Defects Linked to Low Vitamin B12
March 2, 2009 -- Women who don't get enough vitamin B12 may have a higher risk of giving birth to a baby with a potentially disabling or fatal birth defect. A new study shows that women with vitamin B12 deficiency in early pregnancy were up to five times more likely to have a child with neural tube
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Pregnancy Symptoms: What They Never Told You
In the movies, the first clue a woman is pregnant is when she darts out of bed, clutches her stomach and runs for the bathroom. But there are many lesser known pregnancy symptoms that rival morning sickness - which, by the way, doesn't only strike in the morning. "I've been thinking about what I've
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Obesity Carries Pregnancy Risks
Feb. 10, 2009 -- Women who are obese during pregnancy have a higher risk than normal-weight women of having babies with certain birth defects, including neural tube defects such as spina bifida, heart problems, and cleft palate and lip, according to a new review. "It is important to note that birth
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Pregnancy Skin Care: Get That Glow!
It isn't just an old wives' tale -- it's really true. A woman can look most ravishing during pregnancy. Well ... make that some women. Indeed, while pregnancy can leave some lucky ladies looking luscious, for others, all that extra hormonal activity can have the opposite effect, causing a variety of
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The Essential Pregnancy Gear List for Expectant Moms
While everyone's pregnancy experience is unique, certain types of pregnancy gear can help make the nine months easier, no matter what kind of pregnancy you have. Here's the WebMD trimester-by-trimester checklist of essential pregnancy gear: Prenatal vitamins . "Folic acid prevents neural tube defect
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Exercise During Pregnancy: Myth vs. Fact
In the not-so-distant past, women were urged to cut down on or even avoid exercise during pregnancy. Today, we know differently. Not only is it OK to participate in fitness activities during pregnancy, but doing so can have a positive impact on both baby and mom. "You need to be physically active du
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An Expectant Dad's Guide to Pregnancy
From now until you snip the cord, a lot may happen that no one will have prepared you for ahead of time. There's no way to anticipate every possible scenario, but you need not be completely in the dark. It's also good to have an idea of ways you can be helpful to the mom-to-be. The thing about men a
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Calming Your Labor and Delivery Fears
"What if I don't get to the hospital on time?" "What if my doctor doesn't make my delivery?" "What if the labor pain is more than I can handle?" "And what if I ... poop on the labor table? As labor and delivery day draws near, it can certainly seem as if the "what ifs" are raging out of control! Exp
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Pregnancy Snacks: Smart Eating for 2
You're expecting a baby, so you're avoiding alcohol, cigarettes, and any other substance considered harmful to your developing child's health. But what about all those chips, cookies, and candy bars you're craving? Although they don't come with a warning on the side of the box, you may want to limit
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Fertility 101
By Christie Aschwanden Suddenly, women in their 20s are flocking to fertility centers, hoping to increase their odds of one day getting pregnant. Here's what they - and you - need to know. When it comes to fertility, 25 is the new 35. Women once waited until their biological clocks had almost popped
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