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Ectopic Pregnancy

Ectopic Pregnancy

A quick note before you dive in This page explains what an ectopic pregnancy is and what the warning signs look like, it isn’t a substitute for medical care. If you’re pregnant and having any of the symptoms below, don’t wait to see what happens. Call your doctor or go to an emergency room right away. What an Ectopic Pregnancy Is An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than the uterus, usually inside a fallopian tube, which is why you’ll also hear it called a tubal pregnancy. Less often, it implants in an ovary, the cervix,

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Picking the Right Caregiver for Your Baby’s Birth

By Pat Sonnenstuhl, Certified Nurse Midwife Making the Right Choice Why Your Provider Choice Matters If you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, or you already are, finding a provider who gives you good prenatal care is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Early and consistent prenatal care makes a real difference for your health and your baby’s, and picking a provider before you even conceive can be a smart way to get ahead of it. There are a variety of obstetrical providers out there, so the goal is finding one who meets your need for safe, competent care while

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