Re: Shanty Boats Not an autopilot; just one of those voice tubes (partly visible at the right of the photo) to augment the engine telegraph, and the crew aft with the outboard. You get to enjoy the fresh air and view; your crew gets to 'enjoy' the noise and fumes.
Many women have more lupus symptoms before menstrual periods and/or during pregnancy when estrogen production is high. This may indicate that estrogen somehow regulates the severity of lupus. However, no causal effect has been proven between estrogen, or any other hormone, and lupus.
Things that can cause your uterus to contract or cramp at any time during pregnancy include a full bladder, an orgasm, exercise, or a urinary tract infection. The good news is there are lots of normal and non-concerning reasons you may experience cramping during early pregnancy.