Reviewed by: Dr. Nayana Shetty
Disclaimer: Informative, not prescriptive.
Teen pregnancy rates in the United States are gradually decreasing, mainly due to increased contraceptive use, according to research.
Twin pregnancies are more common than many realize. In 2017, around 128,310 twin babies were born in the U.S., accounting for roughly 33 out of 1,000 births.
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There's limited evidence, but it's thought pregnancy hormones affecting hair growth and muscle relaxation may play a role.
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Various methods, like observing belly shape or ring rotation over the belly, are proposed for predicting a baby's sex, but none are accurate indicators.
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Pregnant women should increase caloric intake moderately but avoid overeating, which can harm both mother and fetus.
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Pregnant women can do light-to-moderate exercise, but new routines should be discussed with a healthcare professional if they weren't regular exercisers before pregnancy.
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Morning sickness can affect pregnant women throughout the day, with less than 2% experiencing it only in the morning.
Sex has no adverse effect on a healthy pregnancy. Consult a doctor and about the precautions that can be followed for safe intimacy during pregnancy.
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Pregnant women can have a cup of coffee, but they should limit caffeine intake to 200 mg or less, roughly equivalent to 1.5 cups (8 ounces each).
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Pregnant women without allergies can safely consume foods like nuts and milk without risk of the baby developing allergies to them.