Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is the fertilization and development of offspring in a women's uterus.

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family practitioner

Parenting; Pregnancy

The updated term for the general practitioner who provides medical service for the whole family.

colostrum

Parenting; Pregnancy

The thin, sticky, yellow fluid secreted by the breasts before the production of true breast milk. Colostrum is rich in fats, protein, and antibodies. Some women notice small amounts of colostrum ...

neonatal

Parenting; Pregnancy

The time from a baby's birth to four weeks of age.

hydrotherapy

Parenting; Pregnancy

The therapeutic use of warm water, usually in a Jacuzzi tub, often used to help relax a laboring woman and reduce her discomfort. A complimentary and alternative medicine (CAM) technique.

contraction

Parenting; Pregnancy

The strong, rhythmic tightening of the uterus during labor. Regular strong and painful contractions dilate the cervix and push the baby through the birth canal.