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Pregnancy Test

Pregnancy Test

A pregnancy test attempts to determine whether or not a woman is pregnant. Modern pregnancy tests look for chemical markers associated with pregnancy. These markers are found in urine and blood, and pregnancy tests require sampling one of these substances.…
Vegetarian Pregnancy Diet

Vegetarian Pregnancy Diet

As a vegetarian you can still have a healthy and safe pregnancy provided your food intake contains rich nutrients such as iron, calcium, wholegrain and proteins. There is always a misconception that “vegetarians” don't eat meat because they support and…
Progression During Pregnancy

Progression During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is the carrying of one or more offspring, known as a foetus or embryo, inside the womb of a female. In a pregnancy, there can be multiple gestations, as in the case of twins or triplets. Human pregnancy is…
Pregnancy Health and Safety

Pregnancy Health and Safety

Eat this. Don't eat that. Do this. Don't do that. Pregnant women are bombarded with dos and don'ts. Here is a variety of information on various topics on being healthy and safe during your pregnancy.
Pregnancy Complications

Pregnancy Complications

Complications of pregnancy are health problems that occur during pregnancy. They can involve the mother's health, the baby's health, or both. Some women have health problems before they become pregnant that could lead to complications. Other problems arise during the…
Morning Sickness and Nausea

Morning Sickness and Nausea

One of the most common drawbacks of being pregnant is having to deal with morning sickness and nausea. Just the sight and smell of some of the most common foods will make you want to run to the bathroom and…
Packing A Bag For The Hospital

Packing A Bag For The Hospital

The time has finally come...you have waited nine months for this day! It's time to go and give birth to your baby! Just remember to relax, breathe and enjoy this experience. But before you go don't forget your hospital bag...
Pregnancy Trimesters

Pregnancy Trimesters

Pregnancy is typically broken into three periods, or trimesters, each of about three months. While there are no hard and fast rules, these distinctions are useful in describing the changes that take place over time.
Essential Baby Items To Buy

Essential Baby Items To Buy

Shopping for your new baby is very exciting but it also can be overwhelming by the number of products available to you. You will be told that almost all of them are “essential” and you may find it difficult in…
Trying To Conceive

Trying To Conceive

How do you figure out when you're fertile and when you're not? Wondering if you or your partner is infertile? Read on to boost your chances of conception and get help for fertility problems.
Pregnancy Diagnosis

Pregnancy Diagnosis

Pregnancy is the carrying of one or more offspring, known as a fetus or embryo, inside the womb of a female. In a pregnancy, there can be multiple gestations, as in the case of twins or triplets. Childbirth usually occurs…
Travelling During Pregnancy

Travelling During Pregnancy

Just because you are pregnant it doesn't mean you can't travel. However there are a few precautions that you must take during this period. It is best to travel during your second trimester as it will be more comfortable for…
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