SIMPLIFYING MATERNAL NURSING

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Dear nurses,

Scenario: Megan is 12 weeks pregnant.
She has been vomiting once or twice
daily and is beginning to feel weak
and tired. Learn more by clicking on the link:

Hyperemesis Gravidarum 

Estrogen and Progesterone are two hormones
produced by the ovaries initially, then the placenta 
in the latter part of pregnancy. 

They are first produced by the ovaries and later
the placenta. Estrogen and Progesterone also
keep the placenta healthy and enhance lactation.