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Glossary of Pregnancy & Labor Terms Pregnancy is a whole new world for expectant parents - a place filled with jargon and medical procedures, some of which can be quite confusing. Below you will find some common pregnancy and labor terms and their definitions to help you find your way. Have a word you'd like to see here? Let us know. 
Browse terms by letter: a - b - c - d - e - f - g - h - i - j - k - l - m - n - o - p - q - r - s - t - u - v - w - x - y - z - Anencephaly A fatal birth defect that occurs when the neural tube does not close, which results in the baby missing part of the skull and brain. More about Anencephaly: Article: Fabulous Folic Acid More about Anencephaly: More about Anencephaly: Article: The Grain Connection
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