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After you deliver your baby, you can start to exercise whenever you feel ready. Let your body be your guide. Most women are ready to exercise after 6 weeks, whereas some women will be ready a few days after delivery. If you’ve had a cesarean section, you may need more time. If you've had a cesarean section, ask your healthcare provider when it is safe to begin exercising again.

The first day after you quit smoking, as the nicotine leaves your body, you’re likely to notice symptoms of withdrawal. These are signs of your body recovering from smoking. For some people, withdrawal is mild. Others have a harder time. In any case, withdrawal should begin to lessen after the first few days. Use the 4 D’s listed here to beat withdrawal.

Stress is a common way to react to life events. Your body may become tense, your mood may shift, or you may feel worried. Stress is 1 of the biggest reasons people smoke. But you can let go of stress without lighting up. Learn how.

You’ve quit smoking because you’re pregnant. At first, not smoking may be new and exciting. It’s the best sort of change. People will congratulate you. You have a right to be proud, so enjoy it. But then what? How do you stay smoke-free when life goes back to normal? Plan ahead to fight temptation. Be aware of signs that warn of a slip.

Gestational diabetes causes high blood sugar levels during pregnancy. You are at risk of developing, or perhaps have already developed, gestational diabetes. Controlling your blood sugar can help prevent problems for you and your baby.

The path to pregnancy is not always smooth. Age, hormones, and the health of your reproductive system can all become obstacles to pregnancy. Keep in mind that it’s common for both partners to have factors that decrease fertility.

Read on for step-by-step directions on how to change your ileostomy pouch.

After an ileostomy, it may be harder to digest foods that are high in fiber. Eaten in large amounts, these foods can clump together and cause a blockage. Learn about the signs of a blockage and what to do if you have one.

Being underweight can limit your energy. This makes it harder to be active and makes you more likely to get an infection. And being overweight can increase shortness of breath. So you should try to stay at a healthy weight. Read on for helpful tips.