Taking care of yourself has never been more important. Here's how to nurture your growing family and stay as healthy as can be!
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Read our week-by-week calendar and learn about the changes taking place in your baby — and you!
Staying active is not just good for your body, it also boosts your energy and mood.
Staying healthy and getting exercise
Sleep and mental health
Give your baby the best start by visiting your doctor regularly.
Prenatal tests: FAQs
Prenatal tests: 1st trimester
Prenatal tests: 2nd trimester
Prenatal tests: 3rd trimester
This means a woman has one or more things that raise her — or her baby's — chances for health problems or preterm (early) delivery.
Start prenatal care right away, and go to checkups throughout your pregnancy.
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There's no "safe" amount of alcohol a woman can drink during pregnancy.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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