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Pregnancy & baby care (0–24 months)

Articles on prenatal nutrition, meal plans, birth preparation and caring for young children — synthesized from WHO, CDC, NHS, ACOG and other trusted sources, with references at the end of each post.

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Before birthMay 31, 20261 min read

Prenatal visit schedule: key milestones

Regular antenatal care catches gestational diabetes, anemia, and fetal growth issues early — overview of common visit timing.

#prenatal checkup #obstetric care #prenatal screening

Prenatal nutritionMay 31, 20261 min read

Vitamin A in pregnancy: enough, not too much

Vitamin A supports vision and immunity, but excess preformed retinol can harm the fetus — practical food guidance.

#vitamin A in pregnancy #prenatal nutrition #food safety in pregnancy

Before birthMay 31, 20261 min read

First pregnancy: nutrition and prenatal visit prep

Early folic acid, prenatal registration, gentle activity, and when to call your clinician — aligned with Vinmec and ACOG guidance.

#first pregnancy #prenatal checkup #prenatal nutrition

Before birthMay 30, 20261 min read

Preconception planning before pregnancy

Folic acid, vaccines, health checks, and lifestyle changes before trying to conceive — Long Châu, CDC.

#ke hoach mang thai #folate #truoc mang thai

Before birthMay 30, 20261 min read

Fetal hiccups and lots of kicks: normal or not?

Difference between kicks and rhythmic hiccups; when to count movements and call the hospital — Long Châu, NHS.

Third trimester#fetal movement #thai nhi #third trimester

Before birthMay 30, 20261 min read

Are repeated pregnancy ultrasounds harmful?

Ultrasound uses sound waves, not X-rays; stick to medically indicated scans — Long Châu, FDA.

#sieu am #prenatal screening #food safety in pregnancy

Before birthMay 30, 20261 min read

Early beta-hCG: what the number means

Role of hCG in early pregnancy, why single values vary, and when to repeat tests — Long Châu, NHS.

First trimester#beta hcg #pregnancy lab tests #first trimester

Before birthMay 30, 20261 min read

Carpal tunnel in pregnancy and postpartum

Numbness and wrist pain are common from fluid retention — posture tips and when to see a specialist.

Third trimester#ong co tay #dau nhuc #postpartum

Prenatal nutritionMay 30, 20261 min read

Omega-3 and DHA for pregnant people

DHA supports fetal brain and eye development. Low-mercury fish choices, portions, and supplement notes — FDA and WHO aligned.

Second trimester#omega-3 in pregnancy #ca #DHA in pregnancy