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    7 Things to Expect After Giving Birth

    May 7, 2018

    The body undergoes drastic changes after birthing a baby. These are seven important things that happen to your body after giving birth. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

    Tagged with: after giving birth, birth, delivery, labor, postpartum, pregnancy

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    4 Signs You May Be Going into Labor

    January 19, 2017

    Getting ready for delivery? Learn to identify these four key signs of labor, so you will know when to prepare for your baby's arrival. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: delivery, labor, pregnancy

  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    The First 24 Hours: 5 Things to Expect After Giving Birth

    June 30, 2016

    What can you expect in the hospital right after your baby arrives? Navigate the first 24 hours after child birth with our guide for new moms. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: after delivery, child birth, delivery, labor, postpartum, pregnancy

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    Pregnancy: A 9-Month Journey

    January 9, 2015

    If you're pregnant, you're probably expecting a big adventure. Discover the stages of pregnancy and a few helpful tips with our infographic. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

    Tagged with: 9 months, baby, delivery, expecting, labor, Magee Womens Hospital, mothers-to-be, pregnancy, term, women

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