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- Q How soon can I get pregnant after having a baby?
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Most experts recommend that, after the birth of a child, you should wait at least 18 months before getting pregnant again. This applies both in the case of a vaginal or cesarean birth. Waiting 18 months gives your body the time it needs to fully recover... Full Answer
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- Q Are gallstones common during pregnancy?
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Gallstones are not common during pregnancy, but they do happen. Elevated hormones during pregnancy can cause the gallbladder to function more slowly, less efficiently. The gallbladder stores and releases bile, a substance produced in the liver. Bile... Full Answer
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- Q Can Rh factor affect my baby?
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The Rh factor may be a problem if mom is Rh-negative but dad is Rh-positive. If dad is Rh-negative, there is no risk. If your baby gets her Rh-positive factor from dad, your body may believe that your baby's red blood cells are foreign elements... Full Answer
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- Q Why does my partner cry a lot since she had the baby?
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There are lots of changes happening in your partner after pregnancy. Her body has taken care of your baby for 9 months. It has to get used to not being pregnant any more. There are lots of hormones in her body after pregnancy. These hormones can cause... Full Answer
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- Q How soon after childbirth will my period return?
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The return of menstruation after childbirth is variable and may take up to six months. Most breastfeeding mothers will resume menstruating about four weeks after breastfeeding has stopped, although some will menstruate while breastfeeding.... Full Answer
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- Q What are Braxton Hicks contractions?
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Braxton Hicks contractions are a painless but sometimes uncomfortable tightening of the uterus. The contractions may be mild enough to go unnoticed or may be strong enough to make the woman stop what she is doing. Braxton Hicks contractions might... Full Answer
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- Q How does thyroid function affect pregnancy?
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You should have your thyroid hormones checked by your doctor prior to pregnancy. If it is well controlled, then you should not be at high-risk for pregnancy complications. Thyroid deficiency is associated with miscarriage and developmental problems in... Full Answer
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- Q What is Rh sensitization?
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Rh sensitization happens when a pregnant woman with Rh-negative blood is exposed to blood from her Rh-positive baby, usually during delivery. This isn't a problem in her first pregnancy, but if she gets pregnant again with an Rh-positive baby, antibodies... Full Answer
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- Q What are the risks of a nuchal translucency screening test?
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There are no known risks linked with a nuchal translucency test, either to you or the baby. But you may feel anxious if the test shows there is an increased chance that your baby may have a problem. Ultrasound is a safe way to check for problems and... Full Answer
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- Q How will a nuchal translucency screening test feel?
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During a nuchal translucency test, you may have a feeling of pressure in your bladder. The gel may feel cool when it is first put on your belly. You'll feel a light pressure from the transducer as it passes over your belly. Full Answer
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