Later Pregnancy

Stages of Labor

STAGE 1: Latent phase of labor Duration: about 6 hours for 1st baby, 2-4 hours for subsequent babies Contractions: about 5-10 minutes apart, lasting about

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Signs of Labor

Possible signs: Without other signs, these are not enough to signify labor. They may be due to something else, such as indigestion, fatigue, or physical

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Preeclampsia

The Dangers of High Blood Pressure and Pregnancy: When the pressure of the blood inside your arteries is at a higher level than normal during

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Placenta Previa

Placenta previa is a condition that may happen during the second or third trimester of pregnancy. It’s one of the most common causes of vaginal

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