The normal gestation period of a pregnancy is 40 weeks, and chances are that a woman will experience part of her pregnancy during the summer. While all pregnant women should drink plenty of water, get adequate rest and avoid unnecessary exertion, these caveats become even more important in the hotter months.
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Abdominal pain is a common complaint of pregnant women. They may be dismayed to find that the pain often continues at least for the first few days postpartum, sometimes even longer. In most cases, abdominal pain is a normal, transient response to childbirth.
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Learn about the potential risks of combining Ambien (zolpidem tartrate) with Xanax or other central nervous system depressants, including the effects of mixing these medications with alcohol. Discover safe usage practices to minimize interactions and side effects.
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Postpartum aches and pains are common, but when joint pain is severe and unrelenting, it can be an indication of rheumatoid arthritis. Women should report their symptoms to their doctors, who can perform x-rays and lab tests to confirm a diagnosis.
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Whether her congestion results from seasonal allergies or a cold, a breastfeeding mother may wonder what she can do to help herself without hurting her baby. She should seek treatment while the discharge remains clear in color, as yellow or green congestion may signal a more serious underlying infection.
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By week 37 of pregnancy, a woman has likely been managing her gestational diabetes for about nine weeks. Blood tests for the condition are performed at the beginning of the third trimester, around 28 weeks.
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New mothers may be disappointed to discover that abdominal muscle pain does not end with childbirth. It continues for at least the first few days postpartum, sometimes even longer, depending on the cause.
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A breast lump alarms most women under normal circumstances, but breastfeeding mothers might also worry about how the lump could affect their babies. While many women immediately fear breast cancer, they should rest assured that it is extremely rare in breastfeeding women.
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Pelvic pressure is a common female complaint. It may be constant or intermittent, sharp or dull. Often it occurs at particular times, such as during intercourse, urination or menstruation.
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Earache may occur on its own or as a common side effect of ear infection (otitis media). While the treatments for ear infection are varied, the pain may be easily remedied with ear drops. There are many brands of ear drops on the market, both over-the-counter and prescription.
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At 37 weeks, a pregnancy is full term--if the baby is born now, it will not be premature. Ideally, however, the pregnancy will continue until 40 weeks. This final stage of the pregnancy may be difficult. The cumulative weight gain may make the mother uncomfortable, even while sitting or lying down.
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The 28th week marks the beginning of the third trimester of pregnancy. Physical and emotional aches and pains are normal and common. As weight gain approaches its peak, women may find it difficult to get comfortable, even while lying down.
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Women recovering from a cesarean birth often require pain medication. When the patient is also a breast-feeding mother, medication should be kept to a minimum to avoid causing side effects in the nursing newborn. According to breast feeding resource Kellymom.
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When taken orally, castor oil may cause violent diarrhea and vomiting. These undesirable side effects disappear when castor oil is applied directly to the skin. To make a pack, simply soak a piece of flannel in castor oil.
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Floridix is a liquid iron gluconate supplement that also contains various B vitamins, vitamin C and some herbs. Most iron supplements are available in pill form as iron fumarate or iron sulfate.
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