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How to Have a Successful Pregnancy With Low HCG

Human chorionic gonadotropin, also known as hCG, is the hormone measured by urine and blood pregnancy tests. When you get pregnant, hCG is produced by tissue that will become the placenta.

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Parenting

What Are the Causes of Children Chewing on Cribs?

Children chewing on their fists, their toys and their furniture is relatively normal, and most children go through it at some point. However, it can be alarming to you as a parent if it seems extreme or goes on for long periods of time, according to the KidsHealth website.

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Parenting

Things to Eat During Pregnancy to Make a Baby Smart

Most mothers know that good nutrition is especially important during pregnancy. What women eat during pregnancy affects the physical and mental development of their child for years to come.

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Weight Management

What Drinks Should You Drink to Help Lose Belly Fat?

Unwanted weight and belly fat result from taking in too many calories and expending too few of them. Even if you eat a reasonably healthy diet, some drinks, such as milk shakes and regular sodas, can push you over your daily calorie limit.

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Parenting

Is It Safe to Lose Weight in Your First Trimester?

The first trimester of pregnancy encompasses roughly the first 12 weeks. Gaining weight is a normal part of pregnancy, but not every woman gains weight in the first trimester. Typically, it is safe to lose weight during your first trimester, but you should not be actively dieting or trying to shed pounds.

Parenting

Why Shouldn't Pregnant Women Lift Heavy Objects?

As a general rule, it's a good idea to avoid heavy lifting during pregnancy. According to the book "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth," you should be able to lift objects of up to 25 lbs. with no problems.