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Bookmark or Share- Prenatal care: First trimester visits - Mayo ClinicPregnancy and prenatal care go hand in hand. During the first trimester, prenatal care includes blood tests, a physical exam, conversations about lifestyle and more. By Mayo Clinic Staff. Prenatal care is an important part of a healthy pregnancy. Whether you choose a family physician, obstetrician, midwife or group prenatal care, here's what to ...
- Pregnancy week by week Healthy pregnancy - Mayo ClinicWhatever your questions, understanding pregnancy as the weeks and months go by can help you make good choices throughout your pregnancy. Learn nutrition do's and don'ts. Get the basics on other healthy pregnancy issues, such as exercise, back pain and sex. The more you know about what to expect, the more prepared you'll be to face what lies ahead.
- 1st trimester pregnancy: What to expect - Mayo ClinicYour first symptom of pregnancy might have been a missed period. But you can expect other physical changes in the coming weeks, including: Tender, swollen breasts. Soon after you become pregnant, hormonal changes might make your breasts sensitive or sore. You'll likely have less discomfort after a few weeks as your body adjusts to hormone changes.
- Pregnancy diet: Focus on these essential nutrients - Mayo Clinic4 boiled spears (60 g) 89 mcg. Oranges. 1 small orange (96 g) 29 mcg. Peanuts. 1 ounce (28 g) dry roasted. 27 mcg. In addition to making healthy food choices, taking a daily prenatal vitamin — ideally starting at least three months before conception — can help ensure you're getting enough of this essential nutrient.
- High blood pressure and pregnancy: Know the facts - Mayo ClinicHigh blood pressure during pregnancy poses the following risks: Less blood flow to the placenta. If the placenta doesn't get enough blood, the fetus might receive less oxygen and fewer nutrients. This can lead to slow growth (intrauterine growth restriction), low birth weight or premature birth.
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