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Allergy symptoms are common and some of its medications are completely safe to take. However, do consult your physician before taking any allergy medications. There are over the counter medications associated with the negative side effects as well.

ultrasound techniques give you a sneak peek of what's happening inside the abdomen and help find any abnormalities. And now, it even lets you see a growing baby in 3D.

Parents of a colicky baby require lots of encouragement and support. In fact, this is not the right time for you to be a "super parent." Instead, lean on your support system and ask for proper help when needed.

The mentioned tips can help curb sleep-deprivation in pregnant women. So, you can try them as well and see if they help you. However, you should also discuss any sleep difficulties with your doctor, who might suggest you more specific solutions and safer medications.

You may find that self-help, a combination of dietary changes, and natural remedies can help you tolerate morning sickness until it eases off. However, if nothing works, and you still suffer, see your doctor as early as possible.

Women are sometimes encouraged to undergo a cesarean birth when the baby is breech. Nevertheless, a breech vaginal birth is possible depending on your individual circumstances such as the type of breech position, and the skills of the doctor or midwife looking after you.

Giving birth to twins or multiples can be a time of delight, excitement, and curiosity for the whole family. While on one hand the thought of having twins might be thrilling, but on the other, it might also get you worried about how you are going to deal with this.

When it comes to traveling, pregnancy involves its own set of challenges and guidelines. However, with a little advance planning along with some common sense, you can make traveling safe and easy for yourself.

Having an unhealthy diet that is high in sugar, salt and chemicals can lead you to excessive weight gain, gestational diabetes, and other harmful problems that can last beyond the birth.