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What are the risks associated with premature birth?

I might have my baby premature, through a c-section, if my blood pressure doesn't go down. My OB-GYN is really concerned. However, I want to carry my baby full-term if I can,...
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Can varicose veins affect my girlfriend's pregnancy?

My girlfriend (32 years old) has varicose veins. . . and she's entering her third trimester. She says that varicose veins are a normal part of pregnancy, but I'm just really...
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Does gestational diabetes make me a high risk pregnancy?

I'm in my 6th month of pregnancy and I've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. My doctor says that I might have a premature delivery because of it and might need a C-section...
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Can I get my tubes tied right after my delivery?

I'm having my third child two months from now, and after this I really don't want to have any more children. Me and my husband discussed it and he's okay with it. I'm going to...
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Should I consider massage therapy?

I have really bad pain in my lower back and I'm in my third trimester of pregnancy (Yes, I'm almost there!). Should I try massage therapy to relieve the pain? Is it a safe option?...
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What is the difference between an OB-GYN and a Perinatologist?

When there are complications in pregnancy, would it be a better option to visit a perinatologist? Also, how exactly is a perinatologist different from an OB-GYN?
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How can I avoid another ectopic pregnancy?

A year back I suffered an ectopic pregnancy. The doctor had advised me to take an ample amount of rest and not plan for another pregnancy for a year or two. We are keen on trying...
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Why am I so depressed during my pregnancy?

I am 7 months pregnant and I feel very depressed. Although I have a very loving family, I am not so excited about my pregnancy. Why do I have these feelings?
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Can I have a body massage during my pregnancy?

I have a lot of back pain and I am 6 months pregnant. Is it okay to get a body massage done during this stage of pregnancy?
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Can anesthesia affect my baby through the first milkings?

I underwent a C-section. Is the anesthesia likely to go to my baby through the first milkings that I feed her?
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I have gestational diabetes. Can this pass on to my baby?

I have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Is it possible for some form of diabetes to pass through to my baby?
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Does anesthesia remain in the breast milk just after delivery?

I am going to undergo a C-section and would like to know -- is the anesthesia that I get during the surgery likely to pass on to my baby through the breast milk?
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Can I be pregnant?

Tomorrow is the last day of the month and I still have not had my period. I also have cramps in my tummy. Could I be pregnant?
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Are hunger pangs during pregnancy normal?

I have severe hunger pangs at odd hours and I am 7 months pregnant. Is this normal?
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I have a lot of pain in my breasts in my 7th month of pregnancy. What should I do?

I am having a lot of breast pain during the 7th month of my pregnancy. Can you please suggest some remedies to treat it?
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How can I control my weight gain during pregnancy?

I am gaining excessive weight during my pregnancy. What things can I do to keep my weight in check?
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I recently experienced an ectopic pregnancy. How did this happen?

I recently had an ectopic pregnancy. I had to have a procedure to remove the egg from my fallopian tube. What cause this ectopic pregnancy to happen to me, and how can I prevent...
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Can an abortion reduce my chances of getting pregnant in the future?

My fiance and I are getting married in 6 months, but I just found out that we are pregnant now. Terrible timing! We are just launching careers and saving for our new house, and...
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My sister has hemophillia. Should she have a baby?

My sister has hemophillia. Are there chances that it could spread to her child? Are there risks if she's pregnant?
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I'm pregnant, and I feel like I'm gaining a lot of weight. Is there anything I can do?

I'm putting on a lot more weight than I should. Even my OB-GYN said so during one of my check-ups. I thought it came naturally with pregnancy, but I just feel like my self-esteem...
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