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Yes. Fetal hiccupping is a normal phenomenon that's been felt by many pregnant women and has been observed on many an ultrasound. Your baby may have started hiccupping intermittently beginning in the late first or early second trimester, although you...

Yes. Fetal hiccupping is a normal phenomenon that'...

10. Food aversionsIf you're newly pregnant, it's not uncommon to feel repelled by the smell of a bologna sandwich or a cup of coffee, and for certain aromas to trigger your gag reflex. Though no one knows for sure, this may be a side effect of rapidl...

10. Food aversionsIf you're newly pregnant, it's n...

I'm a plus-size woman and I've actually lost 10 pounds or so during my first trimester without trying — is this normal? Is it safe for my baby?It's not uncommon for overweight women to lose some weight during pregnancy or to have only a small weight ...

I'm a plus-size woman and I've actually lost 10 po...

Many mothers begin to leak colostrum (sometimes called premilk) while they're pregnant, typically sometime in the third trimester. Other expectant moms don't. Either way, it's normal. You might want to wear nursing pads in your bra to protect your cl...

Many mothers begin to leak colostrum (sometimes ca...

Yes. Many pregnant women have an adverse reaction to certain foods, including vegetables, during the first trimester. This will probably subside when you're between 13 and 17 weeks pregnant. In the meantime, drinking pure vegetable juice is one way ...

Yes. Many pregnant women have an adverse reaction ...

5. Tender, swollen breastsOne of the early signs of pregnancy is sensitive, sore breasts caused by rising levels of hormones. The soreness and swelling may feel like an exaggerated version of how your breasts feel before your period. Your discomfort ...

5. Tender, swollen breastsOne of the early signs o...

Eating for two can be a nerve-wracking responsibility, especially with all the conflicting information floating around. Is fish important – or does it contain too much mercury? Do you need meat for protein – or is it too fatty? Are eggs okay – or do ...

Eating for two can be a nerve-wracking responsibil...

Once a pregnant woman has decided to travel, a number of issues need to be considered before her departure: An intrauterine pregnancy should be confirmed by a clinician and ectopic pregnancy excluded before beginning any travel. General health insur...

Once a pregnant woman has decided to travel, a num...

Flu Vaccine It is safe, and very important, for a pregnant woman to receive the inactivated flu vaccine. A pregnant woman who gets the flu is at risk for serious complications and hospitalization. Tdap Vaccine A pregnant woman should receive the adul...

Flu Vaccine It is safe, and very important, for a ...

It is safe for a woman to receive vaccines right after giving birth, even while she is breastfeeding. A woman who has not received the new vaccine for the prevention of tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) should be vaccinated right after deliver...

It is safe for a woman to receive vaccines right a...

Before becoming pregnant, a woman should be up-to-date on routine adult vaccines. This will help protect her and her child. Live vaccines should be given a month or more before pregnancy. Inactivated vaccines can be given before or during pregnancy, ...

Before becoming pregnant, a woman should be up-to-...

Antibiotics do not fight infections caused by viruses like colds, most sore throats and bronchitis, and some ear infections. Unneeded antibiotics may lead to future antibiotic-resistant infections. Symptom relief might be the best treatment option. D...

Antibiotics do not fight infections caused by viru...

Taking antibiotics when you or your child has a virus may do more harm than good. In fact, in children, antibiotics are the most common cause of emergency department visits for adverse drug events. Rest, fluids, and over-the-counter products may be y...

Taking antibiotics when you or your child has a vi...

Some people should not get anthrax vaccine. Anyone who has had a serious allergic reaction to a previous dose of anthrax vaccine should not get another dose. Anyone who has a severe allergy to any vaccine component should not get a dose. Tell your p...

Some people should not get anthrax vaccine. Anyon...

Some people should not get adenovirus vaccine. Anyone with a severe (life-threatening) allergy to any component of the vaccine. Tell the doctor if you have any severe allergies. Pregnant women or nursing mothers. Anyone who is unable to swallow the ...

Some people should not get adenovirus vaccine. An...

Some children should not get DTaP vaccine or should wait. Children with minor illnesses, such as a cold, may be vaccinated. But children who are moderately or severely ill should usually wait until they recover before getting DTaP vaccine. Any child...

Some children should not get DTaP vaccine or shoul...

Some people should not get hepatitis A vaccine or should wait. Anyone who has ever had a severe (life-threatening) allergic reaction to a previous dose of hepatitis A vaccine should not get another dose. Anyone who has a severe (life-threatening) al...

Some people should not get hepatitis A vaccine or ...

Some people should not get Hib vaccine or should wait. People who have ever had a life-threatening allergic reaction to a previous dose of Hib vaccine should not get another dose. Children less than 6 weeks of age should not get Hib vaccine. People ...

Some people should not get Hib vaccine or should w...

Who should not get hepatitis B vaccine? Anyone with a life-threatening allergy to yeast, or to any other component of the vaccine, should not get hepatitis B vaccine. Tell your provider if you have any severe allergies. Anyone who has had a life-thr...

Who should not get hepatitis B vaccine? Anyone wi...

Some people should not get HPV vaccine or should wait Anyone who has ever had a life-threatening allergic reaction to any component of HPV vaccine, or to a previous dose of HPV vaccine, should not get the vaccine. Tell your doctor if the person gett...

Some people should not get HPV vaccine or should w...

Some people should not get HPV vaccine or should wait Anyone who has ever had a life-threatening allergic reaction to any component of HPV vaccine, or to a previous dose of HPV vaccine, should not get the vaccine. Tell your doctor if the person gett...

Some people should not get HPV vaccine or should w...