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Pregnancy

Pregnancy is the fertilization and development of offspring in a women's uterus.

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Incomplete miscarriage (or abortion)

Parenting; Pregnancy

A miscarriage in which not all of the uterine contents are expelled. The remaining tissue is usually removed with a D&C.

Spina bifida

Parenting; Pregnancy

A neural tube defect resulting from the improper closure of the foetal spine. Folic acid reduces the likelihood of spina bifida , and women are advised to take supplements (in the form of prenatal ...

Large for gestational age (LGA)

Parenting; Pregnancy

A newborn weighing more than most babies born — usually ten or more pounds at term.

Mutation

Parenting; Pregnancy

A noninherited genetic disorder that happens when an egg, sperm, or embryo undergoes spontaneous changes.

General practitioner

Parenting; Pregnancy

A physician who provides basic care. See family practitioner.

Neonatologist

Parenting; Pregnancy

A physician who specialises in the care of newborns.

Gynaecologist (GYN)

Parenting; Pregnancy

A physician who specialises in women's health. See ob-gyn.

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