Your baby’s sex is determined at the moment he or she is conceived. Of the 46 chromosomes that make up your baby’s genetic material, two chromosomes called sex chromosomes — one from your egg and one from your partner’s sperm — de.. Read More
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You hear stories about men fathering children well into their 60s and 70s — sometimes even into their 80s. This may be true in isolated cases. But scientists are finding that men experience an age-related decline in fertility, too. It occ.. Read More
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If you’re in your 30s or 40s, you may be wondering whether you’ll have trouble getting pregnant. Fertility does decline with age. A woman is at her peak fertility between ages 20 and 24. If you’re in your early to mid-30s, you’re pr.. Read More
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Plan ahead to determine how long you can take off work. In most cases, the time you’re away will be unpaid, unless you can use paid sick leave, vacation days or personal days to substitute as part of your maternity leave. Before you ha.. Read More
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If heavy physical labor isn’t part of your job, you may think that you can continue working with no worries while pregnant. This may be true. But several studies indicate that certain activities and working conditions can increase your ri.. Read More
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Stress on the job can be exhilarating in some cases. It can inspire you to push harder and achieve more than you ever thought possible. However, it can also exhaust you and take away the time and energy you need to care for yourself and you.. Read More
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Carrying around a growing baby can make everyday activities like sitting, standing, bending and lifting uncomfortable. It can also cause constant pressure on your bladder, strain on your back and fluid retention in your legs and feet. Em.. Read More
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The myth of superwoman is just that — a myth. Even though it’s safe for almost all women to work while pregnant, at times it may not be easy to keep up the same pace as before you were pregnant. One reason for that is morning sicknes.. Read More
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Everyone has a different idea about the perfect time to tell others that she is pregnant. Many women wait to tell anyone except their partner until after their first trimester, when the highest risk of miscarriage has passed. Others can’t.. Read More
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During pregnancy, you may be at increased risk of complications from infectious diseases and illnesses, such as the flu. In fact, the flu can prove deadly. That’s why the flu shot is recommended during pregnancy. The shot, which is made f.. Read More
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