Preconception & Pregnancy Planning

Type 1 diabetes and pregnancy

July 11, 2012

Type 1 diabetes and pregnancy

For most women, the idea of starting a family is both exciting and scary. It is exciting to think how you can create a new life and perhaps have a dream come true. It can also be a time of worry as you think about how your life will change. Women who have diabetes may [...]

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If you are considering fertility treatments

March 29, 2012

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Is it a long time, since you are trying to get pregnant? Are you beginning to wonder if it will ever happen? We assure you that you are not the only one. Many women need special medical treatment, only after which they can become pregnant. When should I start thinking about fertility treatments? If you [...]

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Pregnancy Tips

March 6, 2012

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Choosing your wardrobe Maternity fashion may sound like a contradiction in terms, but the days of baby doll jumpers and big bows are a thing of the past. Today, many stores offer stylish maternity clothes. Before you buy anything, consider these tips: You can build a wardrobe with a basic jumper, a couple of blouses, leggings [...]

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Ectopic Pregnancy: Ignorance can risk life

March 2, 2012

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When embryo implants outside uterine cavity like fallopian tube, cervix, ovary or abdominal wall then it is called ectopic pregnancy. Sometimes heavy bleeding and in absence of proper treatment can threaten the life of a women. Causes of risk: Uterus infection like uterus TB, a decease named Chlamydia gonorrhea, and repeated abortions can be some [...]

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Prepare To Be Pregnant

February 24, 2012

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THINGS TO KNOW, THINGS TO DO Looking back, I can identify a handful of life changing moments. Going away to college. Getting my own apartment. Meeting the man of my dreams, and getting married. None of these major milestones, however, can compare to actually finding out that we’re having a baby. My husband and I [...]

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Does A Period Mean You Are Definitely Ovulating?

February 16, 2012

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The only sure way to prove a woman has ovulated is when she becomes pregnant. If a woman has regular and predictable cycles, she is probably ovulating every month. If a woman has irregular and unpredictable cycles, she probably is not ovulating every month. This does not mean that she never ovulates. She may ovulate [...]

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Preconception Visit to Health Care Provider

February 16, 2012

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When you decide that you want to conceive, a preconception visit to your health care provider can be very valuable. This visit can help you make sure that you are as healthy as possible before becoming pregnant. During this visit, you will probably receive a general physical exam, a urinalysis, a breast exam, and a [...]

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Nutrition, Vitamins & Weight

February 16, 2012

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You need to eat a balance of healthy foods to help your baby grow and develop. By planning ahead now, you can make sure you get the nutrition that your baby needs for the entire 40 weeks of pregnancy. If you wait until you know you’re pregnant to change your eating habits, then your baby [...]

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Pregnancy planning & smoking

February 16, 2012

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Planning for pregnancy is a great time to improve your living habits. Smoking, alcohol and recreational drug use can be very harmful to a developing baby. But other changes in your environment are important too. Did you know that you shouldn’t clean your cats’ litter box when planning for pregnancy or when pregnant? Read on [...]

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Timing Intercourse for getting pregnant

February 16, 2012

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In a typical cycle, day 1 is measured as the first day of your period, the cycle lasts for 28 days, and ovulation occurs from 12 days to 16 days after you period beings, averaging around day 14. The egg is available to be fertilized for 24 hours. Sperm live for approximately 3 days. Therefore, [...]

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