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A misnomer! The name given to this condition is really misleading. A lot of women will definitely agree with this statement, most especially soon-to-be moms. Fact is, morning sickness not only occurs in the morning. For many women, it does afflict them during the morning, but it can affect also pose great discomfort at any […]
Almost every woman is blessed with the capacity to bear a child at least once in her lifetime. It is considered to be one of the greatest gifts that a woman can give her husband. Bearing a child would make the couple more closer together, and at this certain point in their lives they can […]
Pregnancy is both a happy and stressful time for couples. Men often feel lost in the crowd when he and his partner are expecting a child together. However, this can be overcome by being actively involved in the pregnancy and being open and honest in communicating with his partner. Pregnancy is a time of great […]
While most birth control and contraception methods are deemed highly effective in preventing unplanned pregnancies, there is still the possibility that one can get pregnant while on birth control. This article explores five reasons and ways that may cause unplanned pregnancies even while practicing contraception methods. Most women rely on popular contraception methods like birth […]
Most forms of birth control and their effects are temporary and reversible. This article provides information on how the common forms of contraceptive like barrier methods, spermicides, pills, and birth control shots work. It also discusses how soon a woman can get pregnant after stopping birth control. Effective methods of birth control may be the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]