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Pregnancy

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

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magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Parenting; Pregnancy

A diagnostic tool that in pregnancy can yield a clearer picture of the fetal condition than ultrasound can provide.

certified professional midwife (CPM)
Parenting; Pregnancy

A direct entry midwife who is certified. CPMs generally assist only in home births.

genetic disorder
Parenting; Pregnancy

A disease or condition caused by abnormal genes.

cerebral palsy
Parenting; Pregnancy

A disorder caused by a prenatal brain defect or brain injury during birth. It affects a child's ability to move, can result in seizures, and in some cases can lead to mental retardation or learning ...

diabetes
Parenting; Pregnancy

A disorder in which the body does not produce enough insulin, resulting in too much sugar in the bloodstream.

misoprostol
Parenting; Pregnancy

A drug used to soften the cervix and induce labor.

teratogen
Parenting; Pregnancy

A drug, chemical, or infection that can cause a birth defect when a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy.

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