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Pregnancy age-how long does a pregnancy last?

Pregnancy begins with the moment of conception. Medically, however, the duration of pregnancy is determined by the date of the last menstrual period. This can cause inaccuracies related to the exact age of pregnancy. Does pregnancy actually last 9 months? How does a doctor determine the date of delivery based on an ultrasound?

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When is the earliest to take a pregnancy test?

A positive drugstore pregnancy test is not an oracle, but it allows you to consider a pregnancy highly likely and tentatively confirm it -. However, performed too early, it can give a false negative result. When to take a pregnancy test to be sure of its reliability? How does it work, what types of tests are there? And what's next? How and when is pregnancy diagnosed? Check it out!

L4 leave during pregnancy-who is entitled to it?

Not everyone realizes that the mere fact of being pregnant does not entitle one to go on sick leave. Only a woman's ill health, complications of pregnancy or other indications determined by a gynecologist are grounds for issuing a popular L4 to a pregnant woman. Find out what are the medical reasons for issuing sick leave during pregnancy, how long can it be issued for, and who pays sick leave benefits to the mom-to-be?

Stem cell harvesting from the placenta during childbirth is now available in Poland

In Poland, banking of hematopoietic stem cells from cord blood and tissue stem cells from the umbilical cord has been available for many years. From April 2024, Parents expecting the birth of a child can also secure the entire placenta. Otherwise, it is disposed of irretrievably by the hospital. However, priceless stem cells are lost along with it.

McDonald’s seam

In some pregnant women, a McDonald suture is necessary to avoid preterm labor. In this way, complications associated with prematurity can be avoided. Find out how the McDonald's suture placement looks like and when it takes place.

Flu vaccination during pregnancy

Some mothers-to-be are concerned about vaccinations during pregnancy. However, it is worth knowing that some of them are not only safe, but even recommended during pregnancy. Find out when is the best time to get the flu vaccination during pregnancy.

Eating raw meat during pregnancy

During pregnancy, the mother-to-be has many cravings. Nevertheless, not all of them can be freely implemented. Forbidden foods during pregnancy include raw meat. What are the risks of its consumption during pregnancy?

Viral hepatitis in pregnancy

Viral hepatitis is considered one of the most serious infections during pregnancy and can lead to infection of the baby. For this reason, every pregnant woman is subject to screening for hepatitis B and C. Find out what are the symptoms of viral hepatitis in pregnancy.

Iron deficiency in pregnancy

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia in pregnancy. Many moms-to-be need to take iron supplements during pregnancy. What are the symptoms of iron deficiency in pregnancy and how is it treated?