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Weight gain and body changes, nutrition, aches and pains, and complications -- here's everything you need to know about your last trimester of pregnancy.

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How to Recognize Early Labor Symptoms How to Recognize Early Labor Symptoms

Just over 10 percent of babies are born pre-term (before 37 weeks). The good news: Early labor can sometimes be stopped with a combo of meds and bed rest. Be on the lookout for these warning signs so you can call your doc ASAP if you think there's a problem.

Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy

Learn the causes and symptoms of pelvic pain during pregnancy and find out whether what you're feeling is normal or requires immediate attention from your doctor.

Six Symptoms that Require Immediate Attention Six Symptoms that Require Immediate Attention

You don't want to be a nag, but you shouldn't ignore a problem either. These are the times when you need to call your doctor.

5 Signs That You're in Labor

The five most common clues that help you recognize it's time to head to the delivery room.

Pregnancy Symptoms & Complaints: Vaginal Pain

This may be your cervix dilating as your body prepares for labor. Find out what causes vaginal pain at the end of pregnancy and how to feel better.

Quiz: Am I About to Go into Labor?

Are you very close to delivering your baby? Take our quiz and find out if you're showing the signs of approaching labor!

Late-Stage Pregnancy Aches

How to deal with back, rectum, and groin pressure.

Top 14 Pregnancy Fears (and Why You Shouldn Top 14 Pregnancy Fears (and Why You Shouldn't Worry)

Relax! Here, doctors share the truth about your biggest pregnancy worries -- and why they're not as scary as you think.

Signs of Approaching Labor

Learn to recognize the telltale signs that baby is coming.

Third Trimester: Images of Your Developing Baby Third Trimester: Images of Your Developing Baby

We've partnered with the American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine (AIUM), Johns Hopkins, and the March of Dimes to create this unique peak into Baby's development inside the womb. These images reveal all the intricate details of your baby's growth -- from a collection of cells to a full-term newborn. While most women may only receive one or two ultrasounds during pregnancy, which is normal, this slideshow of the 3rd trimester of pregnancy gives you a look at each week of development.

Pregnancy Symptoms You Can't Ignore

These signs warrant a call to the doctor.

Gender Prediction Quiz

Are you pregnant and wondering if you are having a girl or a boy? Take this gender prediction quiz that predicts the gender of your baby!

What No One Tells You About Labor What No One Tells You About Labor

Here's the truth about labor -- what's normal, what's not, and what to expect.

Pregnancy Symptom Soothers Pregnancy Symptom Soothers

Not sleeping? Is your back killing you? Can't stand those cankles? Here, easy solutions for the 13 most common side effects.

3 Signs That You May Be in Labor

No one wants to arrive at the hospital too early -- or risk giving birth in the car. So how can you tell the difference between real and false labor? Pay attention to the following classic labor-day signs.

Understanding Braxton Hicks Contractions Understanding Braxton Hicks Contractions

Are you in labor or are you merely experiencing practice contractions or Braxton Hicks contractions? Find out how to tell the difference -- and what to expect.

Relief for Common Pregnancy Pains Relief for Common Pregnancy Pains

What causes these five pregnancy discomforts -- and how you can deal with them? Here's how to find relief for even the worst pregnancy pains.

10 Secrets to an Easier Labor 10 Secrets to an Easier Labor

From exercise to water therapy, check out our guide to what helps -- and what doesn't -- on your big day.

14 Reasons to Call the Doctor During Pregnancy 14 Reasons to Call the Doctor During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be a time of lots of questions, especially when it comes to your and your baby's health. Knowing what's safe and what's not -- and when symptoms necessitate a call to your doctor is important. Here's a primer on when you should pick up the phone.

21 Most Embarrassing Pregnancy Problems 21 Most Embarrassing Pregnancy Problems

You expected the glowy skin and gorgeous bump -- probably not the itchy boobs or extra gas. Here, we've got the lowdown on everything you've been dying to ask about your most blush-worthy pregnancy issues.

Your Changing Body Week-by-Week Your Changing Body Week-by-Week

From the time of conception until the time you give birth, your body is going to go through some major changes. Find out what to expect with our week-by-week look at your changing body.

Labor Signs

Learn a few common prelabor signs--it's almost time!

Pregnancy Calendar - Ancient Chinese Birth Chart

Can an ancient Chinese calendar really predict the gender of your baby? Take our simple quiz and find out. The results could spill the beans about whether you're having a boy or girl.

Your Pregnancy To-Do List Your Pregnancy To-Do List

Between preparing for baby and staying as healthy as possible, you have a lot to think about for the next nine months. Follow our week-by-week to-do lists to make it easy.

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