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7 Reasons Why You Might Not Love Being Pregnant
Girls grow up dreaming that pregnancy is going to be one of the biggest high points in their lives. The reality is many women just don't feel good, especially during the early months. Some women have good weeks and bad weeks, right

Smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol and using illegal drugs can put a pregnancy at risk. Maternal health problems. High blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, epilepsy, thyroid disease, heart or blood disorders, poorly controlled asthma, and infections can increase pregnancy risks.

Sometimes a high-risk pregnancy is the result of a medical condition present before

9 most common pregnancy cravings:
Up to 90% of people experience pregnancy cravings, but which are the most common food cravings.
Sweet cravings during pregnancy

You don’t need to be pregnant to find yourself craving chocolate. Research has shown that it’s actually the most common food craving in the United States for

Yes, although it's not very likely. If you have sex without using contraception, you can conceive (get pregnant) at any time during your menstrual cycle, even during or just after your period.
You can also get pregnant if you have never had a period before, during your first period, or after

Symptoms of pregnancy: What happens first

Do you know the early symptoms of pregnancy? From nausea to fatigue, know what to expect.

Could you be pregnant? The proof is in the pregnancy test. But even before you miss a period, you might suspect — or hope — that you're pregnant. Know the

Common complaints during pregnancy
Most health-related issues associated with pregnancy can be easily dealt with by a midwife, doctor or pharmacist. Some mothers may develop more complicated problems which could require going to hospital or an antenatal clinic.

Morning sickness:
Feeling nauseous or sick in the early stages of pregnancy is extremely common.

Eat breakfast every day. Eat foods high in fiber, and drink fluids (particularly water) to avoid constipation. Avoid alcohol, raw or undercooked fish, fish high in mercury, undercooked meat and poultry, and soft cheeses. Do moderate-intensity aerobic activity at least 150 minutes a week during your pregnancy.
Take folic acid and

Common Pregnancy Questions
How will I feel when I'm pregnant?
What if I have any bleeding during my pregnancy?
Why do I need a midwife?
When should I arrange to see a midwife?
Can I exercise when pregnant?
How much exercise should I do?
How do I get a midwife?
Is it true I can get free dental

The relationship between pelvic vein incompetence and chronic pelvic pain in women: systematic reviews of diagnosis and treatment effectiveness.
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CPP

chronic pelvic pain
CT

computed tomography
EMBASE

Excerpta Medica Database
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Understanding Ultrasound Abbreviations in Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be complicated, but you can make sure your ultrasound doesn’t have to be. Rather than wonder what "HD" or "EDD" means, gain an understanding of common ultrasound abbreviations used during pregnancy. You’ll also find out why ultrasound biometry is important and the different