What is Truncus Arteriosus?

A baby born with this condition also usually has just one valve instead of two controlling the blood flow out of the heart, and that valve often ha...

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Pregnancy Massage

Many massage therapists won't give pregnancy massages during the first trimester. Others use specially designed pillows called bolsters to position...

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Labor

The increased blood volume and clotting abilities protect you from losing too much blood, and the increased blood flow allows both you and your bab...

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How to Create a Birth Plan

Would you like a support person to take photos or video of your labor or birth? Review your birth plan with your partner and anyone else who will b...

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Implantation Bleeding

If you’re not sure whether you’re having implantation bleeding or your period, take a pregnancy test or talk to your doctor. If you’re bleeding a l...

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What is An MFM Specialist?

A maternal-fetal medicine specialist is a doctor who helps take care of women having complicated or high-risk pregnancies. If you have a high-risk ...

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Help with Twins from Others

But most moms want to maximize their own time spent with their new babies. Or if you're feeling really gracious and energetic, you might offer to a...

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