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Sleeping During Pregnancy
Asked by J.J. from San Francisco
on January 21, 2008
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I am 4 months pregnant & just read in my 'your pregnancy week by week book' that I should begin sleeping on my side & never on my back. I am a back sleeper & the last ...
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- When I was pregnant, I was considered "high risk" as I was diagnosed with partial placenta previa at 12 weeks along (i had some major bleeding), so it was very importa...
- Along your back runs the a major Vein (venacava) it allows oxygen to get to your baby and your legs... It is effected when you get bigger. What happens when you are on...
- Hi J., Congratulations on your pregnancy! I was told that I could still sleep on my back until I was really showing and big with baby (probably around 6 or 7 months...
Uncertain Pregnancy
Asked by S.F. from Santa Barbara
on May 20, 2008
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Hi- I am in my 8th week of pregnancy and have had spotting (brown) for two weeks. My OB ran a number of tests- HCG levels are great, Progesterone is high and ultrasou...
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- Dear S., Sending hugs your way. The only thing I can think of is to stay really well hydrated. Also, talk to your baby and tell him/her to sit tight! You two are...
- Get some help. Where do you live? I am a grandma without the grandchildren on this coast and would be happy to help when I can.
- I am actually going through the same thing. last week i started bleeding dark red and went to the doctor. she said that she says that as long as i am not bleeding heav...
Pregnancy
Asked by R.G. from Los Angeles
on June 27, 2010
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Just wondering about my 1st trimester... Ihave not had a period since mid May.. took a test a couple weeks ago..it was negative..so I went on as normal and was waitin...
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- The first few weeks of pregnancy are the most crucial. That being said, nothing you have had is really terrible. Excedrin is often given to women who have clotting p...
- Many women don't know they are pregnant the first month or so, and do all kinds of things they shouldn't have or wouldn't have if they knew they were pregnant. A littl...
- Hi R., The most important thing is to reduce medication, alcohol, and stimulant usage from this point on, and your baby will probably be fine. You did mention ta...
Lower Back Pain/abdominal Cramping on One Side at 5 Weeks...
Asked by J.S. from St. Louis
on July 20, 2010
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Hi mamas!
I am about 5 weeks pregnant with baby #2. Yesterday I started experiences some very, very dull lower back pain and it shot through to my lower left pelvic...
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- That could very well be the culprit but I would head to the dr to be on the safe side. Good Luck and congrats.
- If it's an ectopic, it can cause your tube to rupture and cause infertility later (not to mention put your health seriously at risk.) All it takes to rule it out is an...
- If they're bringing you in to investigate, it sounds like you'll be in good hands and trying to guess what it is (because it's just guesswork) won't help at all. Every...
Might Have an Ectopic Pregnancy.
Asked by S.U. from Los Angeles
on September 10, 2009
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Hi,on saturday I went to my doctor's I had an vaginal ultrasound and didnt find a baby. Im guessing im around 4-6 weeks pregnant. I had blood drawn on saturday and the...
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- I wish all the best for you with this pregnancy. The most important thing is to pay close attention to what you're seeing and call your doctor if you think things are...
- Dear S., I'm sorry for your physical and emotional pain. You might be having a miscarriage from a "blighted ovum", like I did.
- i went through the same thing and found out i had cyst when they did a vaginal ultrasound but later they were able to find the baby so im about 9weeks pregnant right n...
Pregnancy Test. Should I Be Concerned?
Asked by M.B. from Phoenix
on September 24, 2011
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Ok, here I am again asking pregnancy questions... there is a strong possiblilty that I am pregnant based on some symptoms I have been feeling now for 10 days, but I t...
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- If you're still 4-6 days before you're period, you might be trying too soon. I usually wait until I miss my period to check. And sometimes the line is VERY light. S...
- Take another test tomorrow AM (1st morning urine is strongest concentration of pregnancy hormone). If negative and you are still having cramps without any period, mak...
- Ditto to Beth B. I'm not saying you can't be pregnant, but the mind has a funny way of convincing the body something is true, even when it's not. Relax. Just wait....
Z-pack & Pregnancy
Asked by N.O. from Dallas
on January 31, 2008
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Have any of you had to take a z-pack with pregnancy?
I had one prescribed to me on Monday by my OB for an upper resp infection and
I'm now on my 3rd day of taking i...
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- I took a Z-pak around Christmas time! My dr assured me that it was ok...I never had any problems, but maybe you should try eating w/the pill...hope you start feeling b...
- Zithromax can be really hard on the gut, which is likely what's causing the cramping. Because you're having the cramping, your baby is likely more active. The baby is...
- I took a z-pack at 38 weeks pregnant. I was scheduled for a c-section in a week and was coughing every two minutes. I did not have any ill effects from it; in fact, I...
Aleve and Possible Pregnancy
Asked by E.C. from Burlington
on August 31, 2012
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Oh help! I had terrible, AWFUL cramps 2 days ago so I took Aleve and ended up with the heating pad on my stomach for about 3 hrs. I really thought my period was comi...
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- You are most likely fine, dont stress too much, take Dawn's advice.
- Sounds like me! I had MAJOR implantation cramping-and today my baby boy started 1st grade!! Don't worry about the Aleve, just don't take it again.
- I'm sure you're fine. Call your local pharmacist and ask. It'll make you feel better. D.
Are Hemorrhoids an Early Symptom of Pregnancy?
Asked by K.P. from Boston
on March 24, 2008
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Hello! I was just wondering if anyone ever experienced rectal hemorrhoids/slight bleeding with bowel movements and then found out not too long after that they were pre...
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- Hi K., Although I've only had one child, so I only have that 1 experience to go by, I would say no. Hemorrhoids are generally caused by pressure or pushing too hard w...
- If your starving, you may be eating things that your body just isn't used to and that could be causing it. I get fissures (which cause slight bleeding) when I don't g...
- well constipation can be a sign of pregnancy, your body slows down digestion to get max amount of nutrients out, and the constipation might cause hemorrhoids especiall...
Spotting During Early Pregnancy
Asked by C.B. from Norfolk
on May 14, 2009
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I am 6 1/2 weeks pregnant and am experiencing some spotting. It is dark, almost brown in color and not heavy. I am having some light cramping, but nothing that bad. ...
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- I wouldnt take any chances I would at lease leave a message with my doctor and see what he/ she thinks. I had bleeding with my first but not after 5 months. Now I'm h...
- Generally brown blood is "old blood" that your uterus is getting rid of in the early stages of PG. I agree with all the PPs who recommended calling your doctor, just ...
- I had a subchorionic hemorrhage with my daughter. It is common, but can be a problem if it is large. I'd call and get checked out. They can do an ultrasound to measure...
