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Heart Health During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

February 22, 2019

During pregnancy, it's natural to focus primarily on your growing baby, but give some thought to your heart health during pregnancy. Read More

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Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

Tagged with: childbirth, gestational diabetes, heart disease, Heart Health, obesity, preeclampsia, pregnancy

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What Is Ballantyne Syndrome? Get the Facts on Triple Edema

May 1, 2015

Ballantyne syndrome, also known as mirror syndrome, happens when the fetus has an abnormal buildup of fluid. Learn more. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: ballantyne syndrome, fetal hydrops, hemodilution, medical mondays, mirror syndrome, preeclampsia, pregnancy

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Signs and Symptoms of Possible Pregnancy Complications

April 27, 2015

Know the signs of common and serious complications that can happen during pregnancy. Follow good nutrition and avoid infection to keep mom and baby healthy Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

Tagged with: gestational diabetes, medical mondays, Miscarriage, nausea, placenta previa, placental abruption, preeclampsia, pregnancy, pregnancy complications

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Have a Safe Pregnancy by Looking After Your Health

April 25, 2015

Eating a nutritious diet, exercising, and managing any chronic health conditions are key to helping you have a healthy, low-risk pregnancy. Learn more. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: chronic health conditions, diabetes, gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, infection, medical mondays, preeclampsia, pregnancy, pregnancy complications

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Benefits of Vitamin D and Prenatal Vitamins for Pregnancy

July 13, 2014

Discover the benefits of taking vitamin D and prenatal vitamins for pregnancy. Learn how to prevent vitamin D deficiency with diet and vitamin supplements. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

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