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Active women and first pregnancy, do they deliver sooner?

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Dr. Asha Kamnani
Dr. Asha Kamnanianswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 45 years experience
No: Most active women have a healthy pregnancy if they keep a balance between calorie intake and activity and rest. Some runners may deliver a week sooner or so. They are still considered term pregnancies. No worries.
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