Healthy pregnancy
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1st trimester pregnancy: What to expect
The first few months of being pregnant can bring physical and emotional changes, such as breast tenderness, nausea, anxiety and excitement.
2nd trimester pregnancy: What to expect
Second trimester pregnancy often brings welcome relief from nausea, breast tenderness and other pregnancy symptoms.
3rd trimester pregnancy: What to expect
Third trimester pregnancy can bring Braxton Hicks contractions, backaches and hemorrhoids as you await the start of labor.
Allergies and asthma: They often occur together
Allergies and asthma? Find out how to control both conditions.
Antidepressants: Safe during pregnancy?
Medicines often are important for treating depression while pregnant. Weigh the risks and benefits with your health care team.
Back pain during pregnancy: 7 tips for relief
Ease a painful or achy back while pregnant with these simple tips.
Bed rest during pregnancy: Get the facts
What's the difference between bed rest and pelvic rest during pregnancy? Are there benefits? Understand the recommendations and how to cope.
Belly fat in women: Taking — and keeping — it off
Belly fat is more common after menopause. Find out why and learn how to keep it off.
Birth control pill FAQ: Benefits, risks and choices
The birth control pill is surrounded by misinformation. Get the facts on common concerns and questions about taking the pill.
Birthmarks
Learn to identify types of birthmarks by how the skin looks. Examples include café au lait spot, congenital nevus, port-wine stain and hemangioma.
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