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Veins Popping Up on Your Breasts? Here’s Why It Happens in Pregnancy

Does your body and especially your chest suddenly look like a county road map? It's just your baby's nutritional network at work. Here's what to do about veiny breasts during pregnancy.
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Here’s Why Snoring During Pregnancy Happens (And How to Quiet It Down)

Are your sudden nighttime noises disrupting your sleep? Here's why you're snoring during pregnancy and what you can do.
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Hang in There: Understanding and Coping With Colic

Apply pressure to your baby's tummy: Some colicky babies find relief when pressure is placed on their abdomen. Place your infant face-down on your lap or upright with his tummy against your shoulder.
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What’s the Average Labor Time for a Second Baby?

The second stage of labor (when you start pushing and deliver your baby) usually takes about one to three hours for first-time moms, but often less than an hour — and sometimes only a few minutes — ...
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Is It Safe to Take Baths While Pregnant?

"My whole life has been a bath almost every night and shower to wash my hair once or twice a week, but I’ve heard baths are not good [during pregnancy]?" asks What to Expect Com ...
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Why You're So Fatigued in the Second Trimester of Pregnancy

So that means the debilitating fatigue that stopped plaguing your best friend in week 11 could certainly keep hitting you well into your third month. That said, there are a couple of things you should ...
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'Lightning Crotch' During Pregnancy Is Uncomfortable — Here's How to Deal With It

If you have a shooting pain in your groin and you're pregnant, you may be dealing with "lightning crotch." Here's what to know about it and how to get some relief.