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How your fetus grows during pregnancy.

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/how-your-fetus-grows-during-pregnancyOpens a new window.

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ACOG.

Moderate Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy.

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2010/08/moderate-caffeine-consumption-during-pregnancyOpens a new window.

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ACOG.

Morning sickness: Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/morning-sickness-nausea-and-vomiting-of-pregnancyOpens a new window.

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/nutrition-during-pregnancyOpens a new window.

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Reducing risks of birth defects.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/reducing-risks-of-birth-defectsOpens a new window.

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Johns Hopkins Medicine.

The first trimester.https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-first-trimesterOpens a new window.

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Mayo Clinic.

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1st trimester pregnancy: What to expect.https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/pregnancy/art-20047208Opens a new window.

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