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Research using animal model suggests that exercise before and during early stages of pregnancy may protect a mother from pre-eclampsia. Read more; http://clinicianonnet.blogspot.com/2011/10/exercise-before-and-during-early.html

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Now, new research suggests that the bond may be stronger than had been suspected. In an exercising pregnant mother instead of leading a passive life, the foetus joins in the workout of the mother; thus actively participating in the symbiosis.

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Topiramate an anti-epileptic drug may be associated with increased risk of cleft palate in the new born, if given to the pregnant mother; FDA concludes.

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Researchers have found out that serum placental growth factor (PlGF) level is reduced in cases of tubal ectopic pregnancies when compared to intrauterine pregnancies. It has a good level of accuracy in diagnosing ectopic pregnancy. Utilizing this test so many lives and reproductive lives can be saved by early surgery by taking out the early fetus.
Large-scale studies are now required to determine its clinical utility.

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FDA has approved addition of folate to oral contraceptives with an intent to decrease some birth defects in their babies. This is levomefolate calcium.

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Sometimes morning after pill is required for unprotected sex to avoid unplanned pregnancy.

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In India, ladies are encouraged for normal work till they are comfortable.

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