7 common questions about obesity and pregnancy

Pregnancy and obesity: Know the risksConcerned about pregnancy and obesity? Understand the risks of obesity during pregnancy — plus steps to promote a healthy pregnancy.By Mayo Clinic Staff Having a high body mass index (BMI) during pregnancy can have a major impact on your health and your baby's health. Find out about the possible complications,…

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Menopause and Pregnancy: What You Should Know

The word “menopause” is often used to describe the time of life following your first symptoms, but there’s more to it than that. Menopause doesn’t happen overnight.Learn more: What’s the difference between perimenopause and menopause? »During your reproductive years, you produce estrogen, progesterone, luteinizing hormone (LH), and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). In the middle of…

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