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Some studies indicate that it is technically possible to become pregnant while on birth control pills. Except for abstinence, there is still no 100% guaranteed fail-proof birth control medication or method. In using birth control pills, for example, one must take into account the need to constantly and consistently use the product as prescribed by […]
Teenage parenthood is by no means a new social phenomenon. Historically, women have tended to begin childbearing during their teens and early twenties. During the past two decades the U. S. teenage birthrate has actually declined (Polit and others, 1982). In the late 1950s, 90 out of 1000 women under 20 gave birth as compared […]
Many fathers feel excluded from parenting their children during the first initial stages of life. This feeling of exclusion and helplessness is exacerbated by mother breastfeeding her baby. So, can a father get more involved when it comes to feeding his baby? The answer is, yes. The number one thing a dad can do to […]
Pregnancy should be one of the most celebrated events in a woman’s life. It is the fulfillment of a miracle that only women can perform — the ability to bear and deliver life from the womb. Seen in this perspective, pregnancy can be said to be very empowering for women. However, not all pregnant women […]
There’s encouraging news for women. Not only is it becoming easier to catch and treat breast cancer in its earliest stages, but new technologies (like digital mammography) are making the process of diagnosing the disease more comfortable for the patient-and more accurate as well. The National Cancer Institute recommends mammography screenings every one to two […]
Pregnancy is a gift almost every family is waiting for. For the expectant parents, it is the time when they feel that they are truly accomplished. For new mothers, excitement and ecstacy overwhelm them as this event will fulfill their power as a bringer of life. However, with this gift comes a multitude of symptoms […]
Many women tend to experience heartburn symptoms when they are still carrying their babies, and this happens for several reasons. One of these is the increase of hormones in the women’s body while they are pregnant. The occurrence of this will result in softening the ligaments which function is to keep the lower esophageal sphincter […]
I’ve been asked this question several times. 1. Generally at your first antenatal visit, your midwife will do a risk assessment to decide if you are low or high risk. 2. Doctors start measuring your tummy from 24-28W to assess the growth of your baby. 3. Decline in the babies growth is often associated with […]
While a scientific pregnancy test is the best way to confirm pregnancy and with advent of online pregnancy tests, there are a number of historical, non-medical home pregnancy test ways that were used before these miraculous devices were invented. Check the list below 1. Stored Urine Test: Collect your urine in a bottle or vessel like […]
Multiple Pregnancy Definition: A multiple pregnancy is a pregnancy in which more than one fetus develops in the uterus at the same time. Multiple pregnancies occur in 1-2% of pregnancies. If you really want to know about multiple birth, you must overcome the basics. This informative write-up describes what you need to know about multiple gestation. There used to be a theory that […]