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A lumbar drain is a soft, thin, sterile tube (also called a catheter) that your doctor places though the skin of your back, into your lower (lumbar) spine. The drain collects cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This is a clear fluid that surrounds your spinal cord and brain to protect them from injury.

BPD is a long-term lung disease that causes breathing problems in newborns and babies.

Skin-to-skin contact means placing a newborn on the parent’s chest, skin touching skin. This is encouraged immediately after birth and throughout infancy.

Learn about the medicines that can help with pain during labor and the possible risks of these medicines.

Manual vacuum aspiration (MVA) is a type of abortion. It’s a procedure that ends an early pregnancy. It uses gentle suction to empty the uterus.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a much more severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It may affect women who are able to get pregnant. It’s a severe and chronic medical condition that needs attention and treatment. Lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines can help manage symptoms.

If you have Rh negative blood, your baby may be at risk for health problems. This is true only if your baby has Rh positive blood. A simple test followed by treatment can help prevent problems.

If your baby doesn't move into a head-first position on their own, your healthcare provider may attempt to do an external version. Your healthcare provider will try to rotate your baby by pressing down on your belly. Your healthcare provider may give you medicine to relax your uterus. This can make it easier for them to rotate your baby. During a version, your healthcare provider will use ultrasound to watch your baby.

If you're Rh negative, ask your doctor about getting treated with Rho(D) immune globulin. Even if you miscarry or don't deliver the baby, you will still need treatment.