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Helpful Clinical Notes: Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy affects up to 85% of pregnant women. Usually the onset of symptoms develops before the 9th week of pregnancy and your physician should consider other illnesses` if vomiting develops for the first time after the 9th week. Mild cases of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (morning sickness or sometimes all day sickness) may be resolved with small changes in eating habits. More severe nausea and vomiting can be treated effectively by your physician with safe and effective treatments that are now available. The following recommendations for morning sickness are based on good and consistent scientific evidence (Level A). (1) Taking a multivitamin at the time of conception can decrease the severity of morning sickness. (2) Treatment of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy with vitamin B6 is effective and safe. (3) Treatment with ginger has shown some beneficial relief from morning sickness. Early treatment with the above may decrease the severity of morning sickness and should be tried before the vomiting progressives to a more severe form of morning sickness called hyperemesis gravidarum. Hyperemesis gravidarum is a severe form of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy and is treated by your physician with intravenous fluids and medications. Please contact your physician if you have any concerns about nausea and vomiting associated with your pregnancy. "Surviving the Joy of Pregnancy" This section has 109 valuable pregnancy articles divided into the three trimesters. The first trimester articles from getting ready for pregnancy to you and your doctor is a must read for the first time mom. In the second trimester articles you will learn about many of the common discomforts of pregnancy, from tips on surviving the second trimester as well what to expect from your doctor appointments. The third trimester of pregnancy totals 73 articles from the nesting instinct, backache and keeping baby and mom happy. "New Pregnancy Week by Week Articles" The new pregnancy week articles begin with the preparation for pregnancy. We'll help teach you in subsequent week articles how to care for your body and your baby's body during your pregnancy. With each new pregnancy week article we will try to address baby's changes, mom's changes and common concerns for that week of gestation.

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Women's Healthcare Topics Main Sections Women's Health Section Here you'll find up to date and detailed information regarding women's health. Our women's health area was designed to provide comprehensive information on a broad range of women's healthcare topics for women young and old alike. We've got the answers you are looking for, whether you are searching for information on cervical cancer, breast cancer, osteoporosis or even nutrition and fitness. We've also included a primer for sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia. And no matter what age you are at, you should read up on urinary tract and yeast infections. Enjoy detailed articles written by people who care, and who understand what women face each and every day! Teen Health Section Welcome to our section on teen sexuality and health! Here you will find invaluable information regarding teen health… In our teen health section we cover a broad range of topics that address common concerns teens may have regarding their health. The morning after pill, acne, body piercing, the first pelvic exam, and more are all addressed in our comprehensive teen health corner. We also have psychological information for teenage depression and the effect of smoking. Mom in this section you will find trustworthy information about teen sexuality. If you are a teen looking for support and valuable information regarding your health, rest assured you have come to the right place! Signs of Pregnancy and Symptoms of Pregnancy Health Section Congratulations! In our pregnancy section, we will discuss all the common health concerns and issues a pregnant woman faces in her journey toward motherhood, and tracking your pregnancy week by week with our due date calculator.  From stretch mark prevention to pregnancy back pain, whether you are looking for information about physical or emotional changes that will occur during pregnancy, you are sure to find comprehensive and detailed insight right here starting with the early signs of pregnancy and symptoms! Your Newborn Baby Health Section Whether you are a first time mom or a babies pro, a newborn baby brings mystery, excitement, joy… and many questions and concerns.  You'll gain valuable insight about breastfeeding, giving a baby bath, nurturing and simply enjoying your newborn in our comprehensive newborn care section.  Looking for tips on getting your newborn baby to sleep and buying baby bedding ?  Find out everything you need to set up a routine for your infant and more with the simple click of a button.  Join us now and we will discuss all the ins and outs of caring for your newborn. Your Menopause Symptoms Health Section Ask any woman what change she fears most and you'll likely hear “menopause” at one point or another.  Are you already experiencing early perimenopause symptoms? Afraid you might have early menopause? Having night sweats and hot flashes? The good news is you don't have to fear menopause.  Menopause is a time of change, a mere step in the journey that is life.  Many women find that they are more vivacious, more alive and more at peace with themselves after menopause!  If you or someone you know is looking for comprehensive information about menopause you have come to the right place!  Please join us for a lively discussion about menopause.  In our section on menopause, we discuss all the ins and outs of this extraordinary time in a woman's life. Nutrition & Beauty Health Section This section contains articles that will give you the complete body makeover. Find information that will give you a healthy body and soul from the inside and out. Learn about physical fitness training and equipment. Facts about the latest diets and their success. For general healthy living, we have heart smart and cholesterol lowering diets. For anti aging skin care, we have the facts to educate you on selecting a hand and body lotion appropriate for your skin type. To look your best remember nutrition and beauty are interlinked. Pregnancy Week by Week Health Section Here you'll find helpful and informative information for each of the approximately forty weeks of pregnancy, and even information to assist you during the postpartum period. First, see how far along you are with our due date calculator. Note your Due Date is calculated from your last menstrual period which corresponds to your Pregnancy Week by Week articles. Then we will be able to answer some of the most common questions and cover may critical topics related to each week and trimester of pregnancy. Make sure to visit the section about the most common issues during pregnancy.