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MacDonald BabyAs the arrival of your baby nears, you no doubt have many questions about giving birth and taking care of your baby once you’re home.

How do you make arrangements to deliver at MacDonald Women’s Hospital? What happens if your baby needs special attention after delivery? How do you choose a doctor for the baby?

We want to give you the answers that will bring you peace of mind as you prepare to give birth. Then, when the time comes to deliver at MacDonald Women’s Hospital, you can be assured that you and your baby will receive excellent care with a compassionate touch.
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Abdominal distress is any pain or discomfort in the abdomen. The abdomen is the part of the body between the chest and groin, It is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.See also:Abdominal bloatingAbdominal painGas
Review Date: 7/17/2007

Abdominal girth is the measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel). Abdominal girth can be an objective measurement of abdominal swelling or obesity.
Review Date: 10/31/2007

Abdominal girth is the measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel). Abdominal girth can be an objective measurement of abdominal swelling or obesity.
Review Date: 10/31/2007

There are clues to diagnosing the cause and severity of abdominal pain. See abdominal pain for a detailed discussion of the potential causes and what to do for your symptoms.
Review Date: 1/9/2007

There are clues to diagnosing the cause and severity of abdominal pain. See abdominal pain for a detailed discussion of the potential causes and what to do for your symptoms.
Review Date: 4/25/2008

Acute means sudden or severe. Acute symptoms appear, change, or worsen rapidly. It is the opposite of chronic.
Review Date: 12/15/2006

Acute means sudden or severe. Acute symptoms appear, change, or worsen rapidly. It is the opposite of chronic.
Review Date: 10/20/2008

The development of children ages 12 through 18 years old is expected to include predictable physical and mental milestones.
Review Date: 2/14/2007

The development of children ages 12 through 18 years old is expected to include predictable physical and mental milestones.
Review Date: 2/27/2009

Proper preparations for a test or procedure can reduce an adolescent's anxiety, encourage cooperation, and help the child develop coping skills.
Review Date: 6/13/2006

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