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By oneloved

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Medical induction of labor is not without risks, and should only be used when the benefits outweigh the risks. This article will help you to avoid an induction that is not medically necessary. This article is not a substitute for professional ... more »

How to cope with pain during labor without medication

By ange7a

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Research indicates that an unmedicated birth is healthiest for mom and baby. So how do you do it? Try this..... more »

How to Deal with Fibroids

By meemee67

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Fibroids are a common problem, affecting every 1 out of 5 women. Commonly affected are the women over 35. But there are women as myself who deal with fibroids begining from early 20's. Fibroids are almost always benign and in many women there ... more »

How to Decide if an Epidural Is The Right Choice For You

By oneloved

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Lots of women choose an epidural without knowing the risks, benefits, and alternatives. This article will help you understand your options, so you can make the best informed choice for you and your baby... more »

How to Get a Tubal Ligation Reversal

By eHow Health Editor

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A tubal ligation is a medical procedure of permanent birth control, rendering a woman unable to conceive a child. Some woman seek reversal surgeries for a tubal ligation to allow her once again to get pregnant. Several reproductive surgeons can ... more »

How to get a Vasectomy, a survivors guide

By torque63

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Are you done making babies? Trying to make up your mind if this is the right way to go? Heard stories from the guys at work, I will share my experience to help prepare you for a Vasectomy... more »

How to Go to College While Pregnant

By eHow Health Editor

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There was a time when pregnant students were not welcome on college campuses. Lack of resources, housing issues and social stigma usually made a student drop out of college as soon as her pregnancy was confirmed. But some colleges and ... more »

How to Have a Contraction Stress Test

By eHow Health Editor

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During a pregnancy, a physician may order a contraction stress test. A contraction stress test is usually done at 34 weeks of pregnancy or later by a doctor in a medical office or a hospital. The contraction stress test is designed to see how a ... more »

How to Have a Natural Birth in a Hospital

By oneloved

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You've decided you want a natural birth, but feel more comfortable delivering in a hospital than anywhere else. How can you ensure that your wishes for a natural birth experience will be respected?.. more »

How to Heal After a C-Section

By eHow Health Editor

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A C-section can cause a lot of trauma to your body. It is a surgical procedure and the patient can be put at risk for complications if they do not take care of themselves. To heal properly after a C-section, you should abide by these guidelines... more »

How to Help Your Food Allergies

By Lisa La Barre, CN

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Generally speaking, an allergic reaction to food is our body letting us know that a particular food is not good for us. Reactions to refined and denatured foods are actually helpful. However, allergies can suddenly surface to supposedly healthy ... more »

How to know About Extra food we have to take during Pregnancy

By rupapurush

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Requirements of proteins, folate and some important minerals during pregnancy can be roughly summed up as follows,.. more »

How to Know If Smoking Can Harm Your Unborn Baby

By *Janet Ford

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Are you or someone you know struggling with an addiction to cigarettes while you are also pregnant? Would you like to have the low-down on what real risks are out there for your unborn baby should you decide to keep smoking?.. more »

How to Know When to Call the Doctor During Pregnancy

By eHow Health Editor

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Knowing when to call the doctor during pregnancy is difficult for most women. Not knowing what is normal and what is not and protecting the unborn child complicate the decision. Every woman should be aware that doctors are there to answer any ... more »

How to Love Your Body During Pregnancy

By Tonig

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For some women, body image is a huge concern, especially during pregnancy... more »

How to Naturally Induce Labor

By oneloved

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Sick of being pregnant? If your body is ready to go into labor, these methods may be helpful in getting it started. If not, take the hint! Your body and baby know best when they are ready. Natural methods carry far fewer risks than medical ... more »

How to Omega-3 FAtty Acids and Pregancy

By robin334

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When pregnant, proper pregnancy nutrition obviously results in an increased need for the right nutrients. Deficiency or excess of any number of nutrients can lead to birth defects or complications during pregnancy for the mother. Omega-3 fatty ... more »

How to Prepare for Childbirth

By Molly Hoskinson

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Childbirth is not a medical emergency! Most women can give birth to their babies without unnecessary interventions or complications. Planning, preparation, and flexibility are the keys to a healthy, safe birth... more »

How to Prevent or Cure Thrush While Breastfeeding or Bottle Feeding

By Zedame

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When you are given antibiotics after giving birth, which mothers often are, it sets your blood sugar off balance, which can lead to thrush. Here are a few simple home remedies which can all but cure the dreaded affliction. Thrush can be very ... more »

How to Prevent Postpartum Depression

By ange7a

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Expecting a little one and afraid of postpartum depression? To an extent, postpartum depression is preventable. Here's how... more »

How to receive an epidural

By ange7a

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Considering an epidural for the birth of your baby? The following are the steps in receiving one... more »

How to Reduce Your Risk of Having a Cesarean Section

By danielzrib

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While some cesareans are unavoidable, it is estimated that half of the nearly one million c-sections performed in the U.S. each year are medically unnecessary. C-sections present increased health risks for the mother and the baby, not to mention ... more »

How to Stretch During Pregnancy

By Elizabeth McGuire

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Stretching during pregnancy can relieve aches and pains, prevent new ones from arriving and help your body stay strong and flexible for your delivery. Here are some favorite stretches to try (with your doctor or midwife’s approval)... more »

How to Support a Loved One through Infertility

By Jenna Nadeau

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Babies, babies everywhere... or almost everywhere. When a loved one is dealing with infertility it a disease that will affect every friend, acquaintance and loved one as well as the diagnosed individual. If you are that loved one, you need as ... more »

How to Support a Mom During the Immediate Postpartum Period

By Heidi Gonzales

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Your first reaction after the baby's born is to run over and watch everything the nurses are doing. It's exciting, challenging, and scary all in the same moment. You were probably an excellent labor coach, but your work isn't done after the ... more »

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