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The Birth and Development of the English Navy: England’s Royal Navy, To 1600
Great Britain, the island England shares with Scotland and Wales, is only 88,792 square miles in area — just barely larger than the state of Minnesota — and yet, for much of the Modern Age, England, one of three nations on that island, would come to play a dominate role…
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Is AFP testing right for me?
Just recently, my husband and I came around to that time again – AFP testing. A test we avoided during the first pregnancy, the old issues were revisited at 18 weeks. Should we or should we not have the alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) test? This is a simple blood test that can…
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Natural Ways To Induce Labor: Inducing Labor Using Various Techniques
As the end of pregnancy approaches, many women become anxious to complete the process and meet their baby. Labor is a long -awaited event, but if the due date comes and goes and no baby arrives, there are natural methods that can help to induce labor. Some may wonder when…
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Allergies and Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, and Safe Treatments for Pregnant Women
During pregnancy, many aspects of the woman’s body will change. The immune system’s response to allergens can heighten, causing an increase in the intensity of unpleasant symptoms. Coupled with an overproduction of nasal congestion, thanks to hormone levels, the nine months of pregnancy can be filled with sniffling, sneezing, and…
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Surnames That Make Great Baby Names: Choosing Names for Baby Boys or Girls from Last Names
As every mom and dad learn, choosing unique names isn’t easy. What parents consider unusual in the delivery room may be the most common name in the nursery school in three years. Why do so many people hit upon the same names at the same time? Certain names must just…
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Partial Birth Abortion Ban Passed in Arkansas: Reproductive Rights Limited in the Conservative South
On November 5, 2003, President Bush signed The Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act into law, thus instituting a nation-wide, late-term abortion ban. Fearful that Congress’ democratic majority will lead to an overturning of this ban, Arkansas introduced a state bill with the same name to ensure that the state will…
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Getting Pregnant While Using Birth Control: Ways Contraceptives are Used Incorrectly and Fail
With every birth control method, there is a failure rate. Each failure rate is based on correct usage. The failure rate will be higher if the method is used incorrectly. If a woman gets pregnant while using birth control, the most likely scenario is the birth control method was not…
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Travel and Pregnancy-A Holiday Guide
Pregnant? Thinking about the holiday season? In most cases, travelling during the holidays is completely safe. However, there are some important things for expectant moms to consider. Assuming your pregnancy is uncomplicated, keep this in mind: 1. Drink and eat to comfort. Drinking plenty of water is especially important. As…
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How to Prevent Stretch Marks During Pregnancy: Tips to Reduce and Prevent Stretch Marks While Pregnant
During pregnancy the skin around the upper thighs, buttocks, breasts and abdomen will stretch to accommodate the changes going on in the body including weight gain. Stretch will appear in various locations of the body as raised pink, red or dark purple streaks across the skin. How Stretch Marks Develop…
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Postpartum Depression Symptoms: A guide to identifying postpartum depression/postpartum mood disorders.
Some statistics show the majority of mothers experience at least one of the range of postpartum mood disorders after they give birth. Since these illnesses range from mild “baby blues” to the most severe form of postpartum depression known as postpartum psychosis, it is crucial for mothers to learn about…
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