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Introduction to How Ultrasound Works

Ultrasound is popping up everywhere. It was once used only sparingly to determine whether a pregnancy was on track. However, ultrasound devices are now used in nearly all doctor’s and physical therapist’s offices. Surprisingly, most people are still unaware of how ultrasound works. This leaves many questioning the safety of this technology.

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The Effects of Tubular Pregnancy

Tubular pregnancies are abnormal pregnancies that occur when a woman’s fertilized egg becomes slowed down or stuck inside one of her fallopian tubes on the way to the uterus. Tubular pregnancies are also called ectopic pregnancies–ectopic means “out of place”–though more than 95 percent of ectopic pregnancies occur in the fallopian tubes and are thus tubular. These pregnancies are typically caused by a buildup of scar tissue in the fallopian tube or by certain birth defects.

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Development of Premature Baby

Premature babies, or preterm infants, are born before the 37th week of gestation rather than staying the full 40 weeks of gestation in the womb. Premature babies may have less-developed organs and systems, which can spark problems with breathing, eating or maintaining a healthy body. The earlier the premature baby is born, the greater the chance of his having developmental issues and health problems.

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10 Fashion Tips for Pregnant Women

Pregnancy is an exciting time: not only are you and your partner gearing up for the most demanding and rewarding job of a lifetime—parenthood—but you have a whole new excuse to go shopping, not just for baby gear, but for maternity clothes. Clothing for pregnant women has come a long way in the last few decades. The shapeless smocks of yesteryear are out, and attractive, fashionable clothing is widely available at affordable prices. Take a bit of time to find some flattering clothing for your new body. Here are 10 tips for pregnancy fashion that will make you feel as good on the outside as your baby is doing on the inside.

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How Does In Vitro Fertilization Work?

In vitro fertilization, created in 1978, is a viable option for infertile couples to conceive after all other options have been exhausted. Before considering in vitro fertilization, it is important to understand the physical and emotional rigors that in vitro fertilization can put a couple through. While the result can be parenthood, the process is not simple and results are certainly not guaranteed.