Wednesday, December 3, 2008

pregnancy

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Teen Pregnancy Pact: Symptom of Larger Problem

Why sex-ed classes aren't the entire solution. more >>

Health Tip: Stretch Marks

What they're all about more >>

Health Tip: Pregnancy Affects the Skin

Here's what may happen more >>

Health Tip: Painting During Pregnancy

Some safety parameters more >>

Method for Treating Cervical Lesions May Pose Pregnancy Risks

Some experts say the procedure should be reserved for high-grade abnormalities more >>

Stretching Exercises May Protect Against Preeclampsia

Findings apply to women inactive before pregnancy or previous history of condition more >>

Researcher Finds Link Between Pregnancy and Tooth Loss

Women with multiple children need to be especially vigilant about oral health, findings suggest more >>

Breast-Feeding More Protective for Girls Than Boys

Practice didn't affect number of infections, need for hospitalization, study finds more >>

Being Born Small, Early Raises Autism Risk

CDC study found link was most pronounced for low-birth-weight girls more >>

Chemo May Limit Fertility in Breast Cancer Survivors

They're more likely to have diminished ovarian reserve producing viable eggs, study suggests more >>

Clinical Guideline Backs Food, Drink During Labor

Nurses, midwives urge more reviews, but say practice provides comfort and nutrition more >>

Health Buzz: Pregnancy and Drug Labels and Other Health News

Improved healthcare for children, reducing the risk of Alzheimer's, and ADHD at work more >>

FDA Proposes New Drug Labels for Pregnant Women

The changes would also advise nursing women of any potential risks more >>

C-Sections Explain Jump in U.S. Preemie Births

Researchers suggest some of these procedures may just be matter of convenience more >>

Health Tip: Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy

Adjust your diet long before conception more >>

7 Steps to Stop Postpartum Depression Before It Starts

Recommendations from mental health professionals on how to avoid postpartum depression. more >>

Postpartum Depression Strikes New Fathers, Too

After the birth of a child, both men and women are susceptible. How to respond. more >>

Mom's Stress in Pregnancy May Up Baby's Asthma and Allergy Risk

Higher levels of allergy marker found in cord blood of stressed mothers' babies more >>

Health Tip: Preparing Your Pet for Baby

Rex and Tabby need to know the new rules more >>

Health Tip: Traveling During Pregnancy

You can make your trip safe with a little preparation more >>

Breast-feeding Might Shield Women From Rheumatoid Arthritis

Childbearing had no such benefit if baby was bottle-fed, researchers noted more >>

Health Buzz: Hep C, the Flu and Other Health News

Marijuana and depression, new treatment for gestational diabetes more >>

Gene May Be Key to Pregnancy Complication

Preeclampsia is common and serious, but genetics could bring screening test or treatment more >>

Metformin in Pregnancy: An Option for Gestational Diabetes

A study of women with problematic pregnancies finds that an old drug is safe for a newfound use. more >>

Health Buzz: Toddlers' Vaccines and Other Health News

More than 1 in 4 toddlers may not be in compliance with the recommended vaccination schedule. more >>

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