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Back Care During Pregnancy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37896
IWK. Prenatal Care Team, IWK. Physiotherapy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0958
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Throughout your pregnancy your body's posture can change dramatically as your baby grows and this can result in back/joint aches and pains. Good posture and proper positioning with exercises to strengthen and stretch your muscles may help ease any discomforts.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Prenatal Care Team
IWK. Physiotherapy
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Pregnancy
Maternal Health
Musculoskeletal system
Subjects (LCSH)
Pregnancy
Orthopedics
Maternal health services
Abstract
Throughout your pregnancy your body's posture can change dramatically as your baby grows and this can result in back/joint aches and pains. Good posture and proper positioning with exercises to strengthen and stretch your muscles may help ease any discomforts.
Responsibility
IWK Prenatal Care Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0958
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Physical Activity During Pregnancy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38136
IWK. Prenatal Care Team, IWK. Physiotherapy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0953
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During pregnancy, most women can be as active as they were before they were pregnant. Exercise has been shown to be safe in a normal, healthy pregnancy even if you did not exercise before. Check with your doctor, midwife or physiotherapist before starting a new physical activity or exercise program.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Prenatal Care Team
IWK. Physiotherapy
Alternate Title
Good for You and Your Baby - Every little bit counts!
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Pregnancy
Prenatal Care
Maternal Health
Subjects (LCSH)
Pregnancy
Pregnant women
Prenatal care
Abstract
During pregnancy, most women can be as active as they were before they were pregnant. Exercise has been shown to be safe in a normal, healthy pregnancy even if you did not exercise before. Check with your doctor, midwife or physiotherapist before starting a new physical activity or exercise program.
Responsibility
IWK Prenatal Care Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0953
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Vaccinations for Pregnant Women

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37889
IWK. Prenatal Care Team, IWK. Pharmacy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0952
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Before becoming pregnant, a woman should be up-to-date on all routine vaccinations. This will help protect her and her unborn baby. 'Live' vaccines should be given at least 4 weeks before getting pregnant (conception). Most inactivated vaccines are considered safe before pregnancy, if needed.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Prenatal Care Team
IWK. Pharmacy
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Preconception Care
Pregnancy complications
Vaccination
Subjects (LCSH)
Preconception care
Pregnancy--Complications
Vaccination
Abstract
Before becoming pregnant, a woman should be up-to-date on all routine vaccinations. This will help protect her and her unborn baby. 'Live' vaccines should be given at least 4 weeks before getting pregnant (conception). Most inactivated vaccines are considered safe before pregnancy, if needed.
Responsibility
IWK Prenatal Care Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0952
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