A guide through normal pregnancy - Learn more
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The average pregnancy is counted as 40 weeks, starting from the first day of the mother’s last period. Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, with different stages in each. The development of a pregnancy can be followed week by week, but it’s important to remember the experience varies for every mother and baby.
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