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Relating to the process of raising a child from infancy to adulthood.

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thyroiditis

Parenting; Pregnancy

Fluctuating thyroid function after childbirth. Symptoms begin with hyperthyroidism and can include fatigue, irritability, increased sweating, and insomnia, followed by ...

inborn errors of metabolism

Parenting; Pregnancy

Genetic defects in which a baby is missing an enzyme or other chemical substance, making it impossible to metabolize a particular dietary element. Most disorders can be tested for ...

glucosuria

Parenting; Pregnancy

Glucose in the urine.

fibroids

Parenting; Pregnancy

Growths on the uterus. Fibroids can be small or large and are almost always benign.

hyperglycemia

Parenting; Pregnancy

Having too much glucose in the blood. Hyperglycemia is usually a sign of gestational diabetes.

hemorrhage

Parenting; Pregnancy

Heavy bleeding from the uterus. Hemorrhage is rare and can occur postpartum.

fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)

Parenting; Pregnancy

Heavy drinking of alcohol during pregnancy (five or six drinks a day) can cause numerous physical and mental birth defects in the baby.