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Congenital myopathies
These rare muscle diseases that cause weakness and poor muscle tone are present at birth and caused by genetic defects.
Chorionic villus sampling
Find out about this prenatal test that can uncover chromosomal and other genetic conditions early in pregnancy.
Fetal ultrasound
Fetal ultrasound images can help your doctor evaluate how your pregnancy is progressing.
First trimester screening
Find out about this prenatal test that offers early information about your baby's risk of certain chromosomal conditions.
Quad screen
What can a quad screen tell you about your baby? Get the facts.
Breast-feeding and pumping: 7 tips for success
Breast-feeding and pumping — Consider these simple techniques to help you maintain your milk supply.
Rheumatoid arthritis medications: Dangerous during pregnancy?
Learn which rheumatoid arthritis medications can be dangerous during pregnancy.
Echinacea: Is it effective for the common cold?
Echinacea may slightly reduce the duration and severity of cold symptoms, but the effect may be too minor to notice.
Breastfeeding while pregnant: Is it safe?
Understand if breastfeeding while pregnant is safe.
Prolotherapy: Solution to low back pain?
Prolotherapy may help low back pain, but proof remains elusive.
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