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Miscarriages for Parents
Miscarriages are common, and in most cases aren't preventable. But you can take steps to increase your chances of having a healthy pregnancy.
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Genetic Counseling for Parents
Genetic counseling is a way for people to understand how genetic illnesses can affect them and their family.
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Prenatal Test: Amniocentesis for Parents
In amniocentesis, doctors take a sample of the amniotic fluid that surrounds a baby to check for signs of problems such as chromosomal disorders, genetic problems, and neural tube defects
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Rh Incompatibility During Pregnancy for Parents
If you just found out you're pregnant, one of the first tests you should expect is a blood-type test. This basic test determines your blood type and Rh factor, which may play an important role in your baby's health.
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Prenatal Test: Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) for Parents
A chorionic villus sampling (CVS) checks cells from the placenta for chromosomal abnormalities. Most women whose pregnancies are not high-risk don't need this test.
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Air Travel During Pregnancy for Parents
Most healthy pregnant women can fly up to 4 weeks before their due date. After that, it's best to stay close to home in case you deliver.
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Toxoplasmosis for Parents
Toxoplasmosis is an infection that passes from animals to humans, sometimes without causing any symptoms. Learn more about this infection in this article for parents.
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Prenatal Test: Percutaneous Umbilical Blood Sampling (PUBS) for Parents
This quick test examines fetal blood directly from the umbilical cord. It's used to detect disorders in the fetus.
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Avoiding Lead Exposure During Pregnancy for Parents
Lead is toxic and especially harmful for a developing fetus. Fortunately, exposure to high lead levels is rare in the United States.
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Recreational Drugs and Pregnancy for Parents
Drug use during pregnancy can cause many problems, both in the mother and baby.