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Pica: What it Can Mean During Pregnancy

It is often common for pregnant women to talk about what they are craving to eat during their pregnancy with everything from sweets to salty and sour foods such as pickles. However, some women begin to have strange cravings for things that one would normally never consider consuming. These cravings can include things such as ...

How to Prevent Preterm Labor

Preterm labor occurs when an expecting mother delivers a baby before the 37th week of pregnancy, which is approximately three weeks before the due date. Although many premature babies grow to become healthy, normal size infants, delivering a baby prematurely may result in long term or permanent health problems. Thus, it is highly important for ...

Is Breastfeeding During Pregnancy Safe?

Many moms wonder if breastfeeding while pregnant is safe. Yes, in most cases, it is safe for mom, nursing child and the unborn baby. Each situation is different and if you have any bleeding, problems gaining weight or signs of premature labor these issues should be discussed with your health care provider. Nursing may or ...

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Naturally Stopping and Managing Premature Labor

Premature labor is also known as pre-term labor. When a baby is born prior to 37 weeks, he or she faces significant challenges throughout life as a result. It is especially dangerous for a baby to be born before the second trimester has passed. Some women are at high risk for premature labor, but it ...