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  1. Pregnancy - preeclampsia

    There is no evidence that preeclampsia is caused by emotional stress, working too hard or not getting enough rest.

  2. Molar pregnancy

    Most molar pregnancies are diagnosed when bleeding early in pregnancy prompts an ultrasound scan.

  3. Pregnancy and birth - related emergencies

    A medical emergency can happen at any time during pregnancy, labour and birth. Some emergencies can be life threatening for pregnant women and their babies.

  4. Placental abruption

    Placental abruption means the placenta has detached from the wall of the uterus, starving the baby of oxygen and nutrients.

  5. Women and stroke

    Stroke is the second biggest killer of Australian women and kills more women than breast cancer.

  6. Twins - identical and fraternal

    Multiple births are more common due to the advancing average age of mothers and the rise in assisted reproductive techniques.

  7. Pregnancy - week by week

    Pregnancy is divided into 3 trimesters and lasts around 40 weeks. Includes details of what happens each week from conception to birth, embryo size, baby development and where to get help.

  8. Pregnancy - medication, drugs and alcohol

    Most women take a drug of some kind during pregnancy, sometimes without realising the potential for harm.

  9. Homebirth

    Having a baby at home can be an option for pregnant women who are healthy, have a low-risk pregnancy and live close to a hospital in case the birth does not go to plan.

  10. Weight, fertility and pregnancy health

    Compared with women in the healthy weight range, women who are carrying extra weight are less likely to conceive.

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