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What Is the Normal Body Temperature for an Infant?

If your baby coughs and sneezes, he may have a cold. If your baby feels warm to touch, he could have a fever. Or does he? This article provides general guidelines about normal baby temperature ranges, potential causes of a fever, how to take a baby’s temperature and steps to take if your baby has a fever.

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Tired All the Time? It Might Be What You’re Eating

Youre just a busy mom, the doctor told me after returning with test results that showed no indication of an underlying medical condition that would account for my chronic fatigue: no anemia, no hyperthyroidism, no urinary tract infection or heart issuesall possible causes of extreme exhaustion. Try to give yourself a break, he recommended. Take time to exercise every day, and make sure you get enough sleep. But I did exercise, and I …

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Signs of Toxemia in Pregnancy

Diseases and conditions can mar the celebration of the baby’s arrival. One such condition for during pregnancy is toxemia. According to WebMD, toxemia, also known as preeclampsia or pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH), is a condition caused by toxic substances present in the blood that come from infectious bacteria, toxins and other noxious substances. Toxemia can prevent blood from entering the placenta, thereby causing serious harm to the baby. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of toxemia can prevent serious complications and ensure the safety of both you and your baby.

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Signs of Anemia During Pregnancy

Your body’s red blood cells have an important job. These microscopic blood parts carry oxygen around your body and keep you feeling healthy. During your pregnancy, these cells have to take on even more work, taking oxygen not just to the different parts of your body, but also to your growing baby. Anemia occurs when your body does not have enough red blood cells to distribute an adequate amount of oxygen, reports the Utah Department of Health. This red blood cell deficiency is commonly due to a lack of iron in your diet. If you have anemia, you can expect to experience a host of undesirable symptoms.