Preterm Labor : Prevention
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Premature labor is the term to describe contractions of the uterus that begin at 20-36 weeks of a pregnancy .
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Preterm labor is characterized by contractions or irritability of the uterus between weeks 20-36 of gestation that cause effacement and/or dilatation of the cervix.
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Prenatal care describes the health and supportive services provided to a woman during her pregnancy. Prenatal care generally consists of an ordered series of visits to health professionals, with the visits occurring monthly early in the pregnancy and weekly during the last month of pregnancy.
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Detailed information on prenatal medical care and what to expect during prenatal medical visits
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Prenatal care is that health care given to a pregnant woman and to the developing fetus until the time of delivery. Purpose The purpose of prenatal care is to: Establish a baseline for vital signs and current health status.
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Chiropractic care is a natural way to treat back pain during and after pregnancy without using medications.
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Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your baby. Only you can decide whether you're ready to quit.
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No one can say for sure that a medication is safe to use while you're pregnant. But, avoiding medicines may not be a good idea, either. It may be wiser to treat an illness than ignore it.
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Following these guidelines can help keep you and your developing child healthy in the months to come.
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You need to take care of yourself for a new reason. Your health can affect your baby's growth.
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Planning to have a baby? There are steps you can take before you ever become pregnant to help ensure a smooth pregnancy and a healthy outcome for you and your infant.
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