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Symptoms of Pregnancy

When we think of the symptoms of pregnancy we usually think of morning sickness. However there are many symptoms that accompany pregnancy like nasal stuffiness, insomnia, swelling, weight gain and more.
Breasts Leaking in Pregnancy - Is breast leaking a pregnancy symptom?
A woman may notice that a breast or both breasts are leaking in pregnancy. This is colostrum in preparation for breastfeeding.
Pregnancy and Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is something that many women experience in pregnancy. Figure out how to make your legs feel better.
Why is sleeping on your back in pregnancy a problem?
A look at why sleeping on your back in pregnancy isn't the best idea.
Bleeding Gums in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause lots of weird symptoms, including bleeding gums.
Leukorrhea
Many pregnant women notice a vaginal discharge in pregnancy. This is most commonly leukorrhea, a normal substance in pregnancy.
Relieve Pregnancy Aches and Pains
Sage advice for dealing with the not-so-pleasant symptoms of pregnancy from americanbaby.com.
Late Pregnancy Discomforts
Being pregnant can be a lot of fun, but the last few months of pregnancy can also be very painful. Here's advice on dealing with common discomforts of late pregnancy!
5 Ways to Cope with Pregnancy Insomnia
Pregnancy can bring about a whole host of odd symptoms that you may not expect. When pregnant you may find that you have trouble sleeping, called insomnia. The good news is that you can combat insomnia with a few helpful tricks.
Round Ligament Pain
Round ligament pain is very common in pregnancy but it can be quite painful.
Remembering to Kegel
Urinary incontinence can happen in pregnancy and just after, even if you had a cesarean birth. By learning to do the kegel or pelvic floor exercises you can avoid or shorten the amount of time that you have a problem with incontinence.
Tips for Constipation in Pregnancy
Unfortunately constipation is a very common symptom of pregnancy. Here is advice on how to handle this nasty pregnancy symtom.
Pregnancy and Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are a common problem for pregnant women, but you don't have to suffer with them, there are ways to ease discomfort or even prevent them in the first place.
Natural Remedy Index
From anemia to varicosities and every complaint in between, we've got some helpful hints for you!
Belly Button Questions
The belly button of a pregnant woman is such an unusual site. Learn about changes and find the answers to questions like keeping a belly button ring and pain.
Placenta Brains
Why you drop your keys and are forgetful during pregnancy and where your placenta brain come from!
Am I pregnant?
A look at the common and not so common signs of pregnancy.
Snoozer Body Pillow
A product designed with the pregnant body in mind to help you get a good night's sleep!
Is Nasal Stuffiness in Pregnancy Normal?
More than 30% of women suffer from this during pregnancy. More info can be found here.
Itching during Pregnancy
Itching can be nothing more than the stretching of the skin, or it can be the sign of something wrong. Learn more here.
Yeast Infections
Information about recurrent yeast in pregnancy.
Coping with Common Discomforts During Pregnancy
A nice article that briefly discusses many common discomforts of pregnancy.
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