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First trimester nutrition checklist: Essential nutrients your body needs in early pregnancy

The first trimester, which covers the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, is a crucial period for a baby's development. During these early weeks, the baby's brain, spinal cord, heart and other organs begin ...
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First Trimester Meal Plan That Actually Works: What I Learned After My Perfect Nutrition Plans Fell Apart

During the first trimester, when your baby's brain and spine are forming, every bit of optimization helps – but it doesn't have to be perfect. Here's what I wish someone had told me: you don't need to ...
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Low vitamin D during first trimester linked to preterm birth risk

Low vitamin D levels in the first trimester of pregnancy are associated with higher rates of preterm birth and decreased fetal length, according to a new study led by researchers in the Penn State ...
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Routine first trimester ultrasounds lead to earlier detection of fetal anomalies, finds study

Scanning for serious structural issues in fetuses during the first trimester can result in earlier detection of these issues, reports a new study led by Aris Papageorghiou at the University of Oxford, ...