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Nonstress test
Understand how this prenatal test uses fetal heart rate monitoring to evaluate your baby's health.
Fetal fibronectin test
Understand how this prenatal test can be used to rule out preterm labor.
Diabetes and foot care
Learn what you can do to protect your feet if you have diabetes.
Cervical mucus method for natural family planning
Normal vaginal discharge can give you clues about your fertility. Learn how to track changes in cervical mucus to predict when you may be more likely to get pregnant.
Fetal macrosomia
When a baby in utero grows much larger than average for gestational age, it can lead to complications during childbirth for both mother and baby.
Mammary duct ectasia
Mammary duct ectasia is a noncancerous breast condition that affects the milk ducts. Learn the signs and symptoms and when treatment might be needed.
Microcephaly
Learn more about microcephaly, when an infant's head is smaller than expected. The condition affects child development.
Placenta accreta
During pregnancy, if part of the placenta grows too far into the uterine wall, it can remain attached after childbirth, causing severe maternal blood loss.
Placental abruption
This uncommon pregnancy complication, in which the placenta separates from the wall of the uterus, can endanger both the mother and the baby.
Postpartum preeclampsia
Learn about this rare condition that's typically associated with pregnancy, but that can occur after delivery, too. Untreated, it can lead to serious complications.
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