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Read Missy's first post, What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes usually has no symptoms. It is diagnosed by a lab test... Read more »
Over the past few days, I've had several women comment on my pregnant appearance. Happily, there comments were all extremely positive:... Read more »
Whether you are thinking about making babies, already pregnant, or mom and dad to several - here are some studies and facts that came to... Read more »
A mother's health and nutrition even before pregnancy, let alone during the 9 months, has a huge impact on the baby. In this case, a... Read more »
A strong new report in the journal Diabetes Care illustrates why it's so important to control gestational diabetes. Uncontrolled blood... Read more »
What is gestational diabetes mellitus?Pregnancy has typically been viewed as a statement of health, as it should be. In the midst of morning... Read more »
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Gestation is the period of time between conception and birth during which the fetus grows and develops inside the mother's womb. Gestational age is... Read more »
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Appropriate for gestational age (AGA) describes a fetus or newborn infant whose size is within the normal range for his or her gestational... Read more »
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Small for gestational age (SGA) means a fetus or infant is smaller in size than normal for the baby's gender and gestational age. Alternative... Read more »
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Large for gestational age (LGA) means that a fetus or infant is larger or more developed than normal for the baby's gestational... Read more »