Treating Common Illnesses During Pregnancy

by Patricia Hughes

The fall and winter seasons bring cooler temperatures and more bugs. Pregnant women are more susceptible to illness, since the immune system is suppressed naturally to prevent your body from rejecting your baby. This lowered immunity combined with increased estrogen levels, which swell the mucous membranes of the body, can leave you feeling terrible. The best way to stay healthy during the cold and flu season is a combination of prevention and treatment if you do get sick.

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