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this week's poll

What do you know about gestational diabetes?

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last week's poll results

While many of you (57 percent) heard about preeclampsia from your doctor during pregnancy, 42 percent of poll respondents never did or can't remember. Want to learn more? Click here.

small steps to a healthier you

Exercise is a natural way to relieve stress.

Exercise is a natural way to relieve stress. Sometimes even taking a walk around the block or doing a few jumping jacks is enough to take the edge off.

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ask the expert

My daughter has von Willebrand disease. What can I do to keep her safe and help her lead a normal life?

Is it safe for me to have a baby if I have von Willebrand disease (VWD)?