PREGNANCY

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure: A Global Concern

High blood pressure during pregnancy is a serious issue that affects both mothers and babies worldwide. Doctors aren't sure exactly why it happens, but it seems to be a mix of things the mother can and can't control, plus changes in the placenta. This can lead to problems in other parts of the body.

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Why Some Parents Drop Out of Bereavement Studies

Parents who experience the loss of a child during pregnancy or soon after birth face an incredibly difficult journey. Researchers wanted to understand why some parents choose not to participate in studies about this topic, and why others drop out over time. They looked at data from Denmark, focusing

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Mothers in Pakistan: Who's Missing Out on Crucial Pregnancy Care?

Pregnancy is a significant journey, and having the right support can greatly influence the outcome. In Pakistan, there are notable gaps in the reproductive health services that women receive. This isn't just about convenience; it's a matter of life and death. We're discussing essential services like

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and Your Meds: What's Going On?

Pregnancy is a big deal for a woman's body. It changes how medicines work in the liver. This is important because many medicines are processed by the liver. The liver's job is to break down and get rid of medicines. During pregnancy, the liver might not work as well. This can change how much medicin

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Feb 22 2025HEALTH

Malaria in Pregnancy: A New Way to Fight Back

Malaria is a big problem for pregnant women in Kinshasa, DRC. The usual way to prevent it, using a drug called sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine, isn't working as well as it used to. This is because the malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum, has become resistant to the drug. So, scientists had to think of

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and High-Intensity Workouts: What's the Verdict?

Pregnancy is a time of many changes, and one big question is about exercise. Doctors often suggest moderate to high-intensity workouts for pregnant women. Yet, many pregnant women don't do high-intensity exercise. Why is that? And what does science say about it? First, let's talk about the benefits

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Smoking and Pregnancy: What About Heated Tobacco?

Pregnancy is a delicate time, and anything that could harm the baby is a big concern. One major issue is placental abruption, or PA, where the placenta separates from the uterus before delivery. This can be very dangerous for both the mother and the baby. Smoking during pregnancy has long been known

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Preparing for Baby: Why Your Pre-Pregnancy Choices Matter

Pregnancy is more than just the nine months leading up to the baby's arrival. It's a journey that begins much earlier, with choices that can greatly impact the baby's health. This isn't just about what you eat or how much you exercise, though those are important. It's about understanding how your da

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Feb 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Baby Bump or PR Stunt? OnlyFans Star Lily Phillips Sparks Pregnancy Controversy

Lily Phillips, a British OnlyFans star, recently announced her pregnancy, stirring up a storm of speculation among her followers. This announcement came just hours after her former friend Bonnie Blue hinted at her own pregnancy through unusual food cravings on social media. Phillips, 24, shared two

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Feb 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Cassie Ventura's Baby Bump: A New Addition to the Family

Cassie Ventura, the singer known for her hit "Me & U, " is expecting her third child with her husband, Alex Fine. This exciting news was shared on Instagram with a series of sweet, black-and-white family photos. The couple already has two daughters, Frankie and Sunny, who were born in 2019 and 2021,

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