Obstetrics & gynaecology

Q&A: Pelvic floor during and after pregnancy: What to expect

Dear Mayo Clinic: I'm pregnant with my first child, and I've heard a lot about pelvic floor changes during pregnancy and childbirth. I'm a bit worried and curious about what to expect. Can you explain these changes and offer ...

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How to recover from childbirth—an expert guide

After all the physical changes during pregnancy and following childbirth, many women are left wondering how to get active again and where to begin. Of course, activity after childbirth is an individual journey with multiple ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Vaginal microbiota may affect the duration of gestation

Vaginal microbiota reflects the regulation of the duration of gestation and the onset of labor. The microbiota may even have a direct effect on them, as indicated by a study conducted at the University of Helsinki and HUS ...

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