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This is a platform that helps pregnant women gain easy access to medical healthcare & helps husbands to pregnant women understand the pregnancy stages

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Women who have positive birth experiences are at higher risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder, postpartum depression & other perinatal mental health issues. When treated in a way that is responsive to their needs,they feel valued,empowered. @pnmag @NAPW @pregnancyorg

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Pregnancy can be especially challenging if you don’t have a partner to support you, whether it’s driving you to prenatal visits or helping you get comfortable at night.
If you find yourself pregnant and alone, here are some tips to help make the process easier. #pregnancyjourney

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You don't need to wait until your baby is born to bond with them. Pregnancy can be the perfect time ,which is very important for their development once your baby has actually arrived #pregnant #pregnancyjourney #pregnancybond #motherhoodjourney #EveryWomanCounts

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Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy are classified into 4 categories: 1)chronic hypertension, 2)preeclampsia-eclampsia, 3)preeclampsia superimposed on chronic hypertension and 4)gestational hypertension. Proper diagnosis is crucial in order to initiate appropriate treatment

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Hypertension is the most common medical problem encountered during pregnancy, complicating 2-3% of pregnancies. Although many pregnant women with high blood pressure have healthy babies without serious problems, high blood pressure can be dangerous for both the mother & the fetus

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Swimming is a safe, low-impact way to exercise throughout all three trimesters of your pregnancy. In addition to working your arm and leg muscles, swimming while pregnant can help alleviate round ligament pain and counteract back strain. #swimming #pregnancytips #EveryWomanCounts

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A lot happens during the 40 wks of pregnancy. You may expect some of the changes that occur during this time,but others may seem fascinating or even surprising.Below is an interesting fact about some of the changes that happen in a womb during pregnancy
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On this day, we are proud of a girl child. They are made up of courage, determination, sacrifice, commitment, talent and love. #girls #GirlChildRights #NationalGirlChildDay #happygirlchildday #EveryGirlCounts #EveryWomanCounts

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Maintaining a regular exercise routine throughout your pregnancy can improve health, reduce the risk of excess weight gain, and possibly make delivery easier. It can also improve your posture and decrease some common discomforts like backaches and fatigue.#safepregnancyworkouts

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Gaining too much or too little weight can lead to various issues during pregnancy and after you give birth,which is why going at a steady pace is best. Consult with your doctor or midwife to guide you.See the breakdown in this helpful pregnancy weight gain chart #pregnancyjourney

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Now that you're pregnant,taking care of yourself has never been more important.Eating a balanced diet, attending your clinic appointments and taking the prescribed medication will go a long in ensuring that you and your baby are healthy throughout the pregnancy period #pregnancy

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Getting prepared for birth and wondering what kinds of foods are recommended during labor? Below is a food guide that contains some meals to put your hanger pains at ease as you go through labor #healthypregnancy #healthyfood #pregnancyjourney #laboranddelivery #everymothercounts

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The labor and birth process is usually straightforward, but sometimes complications arise that may need immediate attention. We will look at some of the problems that can occur, when they are likely to happen and some of the symptoms to watch out for #pregnancy #labor #motherhood

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One of the major worries for a pregnant woman going into labor is whether she can bear the pain.There is an-other painless way to have a normal delivery which involves the use of epidural anaesthesia that is offered on request. Seek advise first from your gynaecologist #pregnancy

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Rarely do people talk about how breastfeeding actually hurts a lot,how you will have difficulty sleeping;everything gets drained out of you and get caught up in the negatives.Just take a step back and realize that once you have your baby in your arms, its all worth it. #pregnancy

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An embryo from our
patient with an ectopic
pregnancy. A little baby at 8 weeks old. Already with a heartbeat. This little person is beautiful in the eyes of God, no more, no less

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Labor is a natural process that consists of a series of continuous, progressive contractions of the uterus that helps the cervix open and lets the fetus move through the birth canal. Here's what to expect during the labor and birth — and what you can do to promote comfort. #birth

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It's during the last trimester that the thought of the pain before giving birth gives you anxiety. While most labor pains are real, there are times when there is a series of false contractions. Educating yourself on true & false labor pain may help you prepare for childbirth

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Self-doubt is the worst kind of doubt that every mother feels. When things start to get hard and you don't believe you are worthy, know that you are beautiful, incredible, and strong, and your kids appreciate and love you just the way you are. #motherhood #motivationalquotes

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Pregnancy begins with a fertilized egg. Normally, the fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the uterus. #questionandanswer #pregnancyjourney #ectopicpregnancyawareness #everymothercounts