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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.



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Anorexia
An eating disorder marked by an aversion to food and substantial weight loss.


More about Anorexia:
Article: Too Thin To Conceive

More about Anorexia:
Expert Q&A: Can women who are anorexic, have horrible eating disorders and irregular periods still become pregnant?

More about Anorexia:
Expert Q&A: What is the difference between anorexia and bulimia?




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