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During Your Pregnancy


	Pregnancy is an exciting time in any parent's life. It's a time of change, growth, discovery and a lot of questions. To help you find some answers, in this section we've pulled together information on topics ranging from staying healthy and prenatal tests to things you should avoid while you are pregnant.

PRENATAL TESTS

Your First Tests

Amniocentesis

CF Carrier Screen

Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)

Glucose Screening

Group B Strep and Pregnancy

Maternal Blood Screening

Ultrasound

At-Home Genetic Tests

THINGS TO AVOID

Alcohol

Smoking and Pregnancy

Marijuana

Drugs, Herbs and Dietary Supplements During Pregnancy

Ecstasy and Methamphetamine

Prescription Drug Abuse

Physical and Emotional Abuse During Pregnancy

Hazardous Substances During Pregnancy

Mercury and Pregnancy

Stress During Pregnancy

Pets and Other Animals During Pregnancy

CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY

Abdominal Pain or Cramping

Backache During Pregnancy

Breast Changes During Pregnancy

Congestion and Nosebleeds During Pregnancy

Contractions

Fatigue During Pregnancy

Frequent Urination During Pregnancy

Gas During Pregnancy

Gum and Teeth Changes During Pregnancy

Hair Changes During Pregnancy

Headaches During Pregnancy

Heartburn and Indigestion During Pregnancy

Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

Leg Cramps During Pregnancy

Nausea During Pregnancy

Shortness of Breath During Pregnancy

Skin Changes During Pregnancy

Sleeping Problems During Pregnancy

Swelling During Pregnancy

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