Pregnancy - Bleeding Problems
Ultrasound scan - gel is rubbed on your abdomen. A hand-held scanner uses sound waves to provide pictures of the pregnancy. In very early pregnancy, more information is gained by placing a small slender scanner in the vagina. You will need to ... [... more]
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Pregnancy And Diet
The National Health and Medical Research Council advises women that it is best not to drink during pregnancy. Australian Alcohol Guidelines recommend that women who are pregnant or who are considering pregnancy should never become 'drunk' and may ... [... more]
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Pregnancy Tests - Chorionic Villus Sampling
You may be asked to wait half an hour or so before leaving the clinic, just to make sure that both you and your baby are all right. It may be best if someone else drives you home, especially if you were given drugs during the test. The placental ... [... more]
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Asthma And Pregnancy
Asthma medications are extremely safe and appropriate for use during pregnancy. Most asthma medications are inhaled, which delivers medication directly to the airways where it is needed and so a small dose can used. Medication is not dependent on ... [... more]
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Pregnancy And Smoking
The use of nicotine replacement therapy (such as patches, gum, inhaler and lozenges) during pregnancy hasn't been adequately researched, so it is unknown what effect these quitting aids may have on the baby. Therefore, it is recommended that ... [... more]
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Pregnancy And Exercise - Quiz
Exercise during pregnancy is important but take care. Try our quick health quiz and find out which exercises are recommended. Learn why exercises that strengthen the pelvic floor and the abdominal muscles should also be included in your exercise ... [... more]
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Pregnancy And Birth ... All About
Read fact sheets about pregnancy, childbirth and becoming a new parent. Find out about signs and symptoms of early pregnancy, including morning sickness. Diet and nutrition are important, especially folate. Find out about foods to avoid and the ... [... more]
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Ectopic Pregnancy
In the three years from 1988 to 1990, only two of the 96 maternal deaths in Australia were caused by ectopic pregnancy. Early screening and advances in prenatal testing have reduced the maternal mortality rate considerably. For example, a ... [... more]
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Pregnancy And Drugs
Illnesses or complications during pregnancy may be treated with prescription drugs. Do not stop or alter the dose of a prescribed medicine without the knowledge and consent of your doctor. Untreated, some illnesses or pregnancy complications may ... [... more]
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Pregnancy - Your Options
Unplanned pregnancies are very common. It's estimated that there are around 200,000 unplanned pregnancies in Australia every year. Unplanned doesn't always mean unwanted - in many cases, the woman is pleasantly surprised and looks forward to ... [... more]
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Pregnancy - Birth Choices
There are many things to think about when deciding where to have your baby and who should care for you. Things that may affect your decision include where you live (all options may not be available in your district), your health and life ... [... more]
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Pregnancy - Signs And Symptoms
Around eight out of 10 pregnant women experience cravings for at least one particular food. Between 50 and 80 per cent also experience aversions to particular foods they previously enjoyed. According to some theories, a craving indicates a ... [... more]
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