How do I manage placenta accreta during my pregnancy?

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You can manage placenta accreta by following your doctor's orders closely. If you have been put on bed rest, you should take it seriously. Doing too much activity can increase bleeding, so take it easy. Try to lie down as much as possible. Ask for help with running errands and other household chores. And make sure to call your doctor or emergency services if bleeding is heavy.

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Pregnancy Complications

Complications can fall into the category that is harmful to the baby and/or harmful to the mother. Many women develop gestational diabetes, which only affects the mother. Preeclampsia, which elevates the blood pressure of the mother during pregnancy, can be harmful to both mother and baby. Ectopic pregnancies can put both the mother and baby at risk when the embryo attaches to the fallopian tube, instead of moving to the uterus. Miscarriages or premature births can also happen to pregnant women with certain risk factors. When going through labor, progress can slow, causing distress for the baby and mother. In some cases, a C-section is needed to keep from causing harm to both the baby and mother.

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