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Tips For Handling Hot Flashes

The origin of a hot flash or night sweat can tend to be confusing even for most doctors. They believe it is related to sex hormone fluctuations which is only part of story. My 33 years in the women’s health field allowed me to use my empirical evidence of observation to learn the real cause…

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Constipation Relief for Children

Constipation occurs in children for a number of reasons. The condition is characterized by fewer bowel movements than usual with more difficulty passing the stools. The stools are usually hard and dry compared to the child’s normal bowel movements. Constipation often causes discomfort for children. Trying various relief methods might help your child have a bowel movement and get back on track.

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What to Expect After You Get Pregnant

Pregnancy causes numerous physical, emotional and lifestyle changes. Many changes begin occurring right after you become pregnant, alerting you to the possibility of impending motherhood. New sensations, including your expanding body and possible mood swings, can make you feel like a stranger in your own body. Even the responses of others may surprise and overwhelm you during your nine months of pregnancy. Knowing what to expect during this exciting phase of your life helps you prepare for these changes.

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Pregnancy at 14 Weeks

During pregnancy, week 14 is at the end of the first trimester and the beginning of the second trimester. The second trimester is what some consider the easiest time during pregnancy, according to the Mayo Clinic. For many women, this is a time when the discomforts of the first trimester decrease, and the baby hasn’t grown so large as to cause the discomforts experienced in the third trimester. There is much going on with the baby and to the mother.