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Each year in the United States, at least 150,000 babies are born with serious birth defects. Nearly 40,000 babies die before reaching their first birthday. Each year in this country, more than 480,000 babies are born prematurely, and almost ... [... more]
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Chlamydia
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. Pregnant women who have Chlamydia must seek treatment to ensure the baby's health. Chlamydia is a bacterial infection. About 3 million new cases occur each year in both men and ... [... more]
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Before You're Pregnant: A Mommy After 35
Most healthy women from age 35 into their 40s have healthy pregnancies. Most women over 35 are in good health. Good prenatal care and healthy habits can help you reduce certain risks. If problems do arise for women over 35, they can usually be ... [... more]
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Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects connective tissue. Connective tissue holds other tissues together throughout the body. Individuals with Marfan syndrome can have signs and symptoms involving the heart, blood vessels, bones and ... [... more]
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Your Baby's Environment
The world is a beautiful place! But sadly, some things in our environment can harm us and our children. With a little knowledge and some effort, parents can protect their babies from many of these hazards. Protecting Your Baby from Air Pollution ... [... more]
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Welcome to the world!
What does a newborn look like? Here's Phillip, just 12 hours old. He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces at birth. Click on the picture at right for a larger view and move your cursor over the specified areas for additional information. Welcome to the ... [... more]
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Outreach to Health Care Professionals
This screen contains links to national and state educational resources about folic acid and neural tube defects for doctors, nurses and other health care professionals. Listed below are links to national and state educational resources about ... [... more]
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Contractions
When you feel contractions, it's normal to assume that you're in labor. But during the second and third trimester, women commonly have irregular (Braxton-Hicks) contractions. These irregular contractions do not mean that labor has begun. These ... [... more]
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At Home: The Premature Infant: How Old Is My Baby?
You can say, "He's 6 months old, but he was born two months early. That's why he looks like a 4-month-old." Remember: When people ask about your baby, they usually are being kind, not nosy. Most premature babies "catch up" to their [... more]
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Why the Last Weeks of Pregnancy Count
More and more births are being scheduled early for non-medical reasons. Experts are learning that this can cause problems for both the pregnant woman and her baby. Early births can happen by induction or cesarean section. If possible, it's best ... [... more]
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Let's Eat!: A Picture Guide to Breastfeeding Your New Baby
If you're like many new moms you have some concerns about breastfeeding. You know that breastmilk is the perfect food for your baby, and that it protects against illness and helps baby's brain develop. But you also might be thinking, "Can I do ... [... more]
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