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- Sex Tips To Get Pregnant Easy and fast - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from louqman memiVarious women that are trying to conceive may want to know about sex tips to get pregnant. There really isn't anything in regards to sex that has been scientifically proven to increase the chances of getting pregnant but many women have talked about some of the things they did to get pregnant. ...
Views: 1429 - How to Calculate the Stage of Your Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Debra AspinallSo you have finally seen that all-important positive result from the pregnancy test, or perhaps your body is showing all the tell-tale signs that a baby is on the way, but just how pregnant are you? It is always handy to know when your little one is expected to make an appearance into the world ...
Views: 1423 - Possible Outcomes of Drinking Alcohol during Pregnancy - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Connie LimonTo improve the health outcomes of individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders it is important to: • Receive an early diagnosis • Pursue the appropriate services • And create a stable home environment Possible physical effects of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders ...
Views: 1422 - Finding Healthy Chinese Surrogate Mothers - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Solomon DaviesDespite the recent crackdown by the Chinese authorities (after a wealthy Chinese businessman had eight children by hiring two surrogate mums), there is no lack of healthy Chinese women willing to become surrogate mothers. Despite covert and overt crackdowns, surrogacy continues to be a ...
Views: 1421 - Testosterone & Being a STUD - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Dr. Spence PentlandTestosterone is a sex hormone in men required to be able to produce sperm. It is produced primarily in the testis and is especially abundant in young men. As we age, testosterone levels naturally decline. Statistically, at the age of 50, the decline becomes more rapid and gives way to male ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Foods to Avoid When Pregnant - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Cade LennoxAs a pregnant woman, there are so many to do lists and tasks that you need to get accomplished. From making sure that your purchase a firm enough baby mattress for your newborn to supplying the nursery with enough diapers, it seems like there is so much to do in a single day and not enough time ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - Painful Lessons from the Maternity Ward - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2003 from David LeonhardtWhoever dubbed New York, New York "the city that never sleeps" should visit The Maternity Ward. My recent visit included a drop-in on several screenings of "A Star Is Born" at the late-show theatre, right near Mama's Breast (all night milk bar) and Papa's Gas Station ("We burp you on your ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - Stretch Marks and Pregnancy Skin Care - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Fiona McCollStretch Marks and Pregnancy Skin Care are of concern to most women. More and more, particularly expectant mothers are looking for a natural Stretch Mark treatment and prevention products and natural pregnancy skin care products. Stretch marks can be red, purple, brown or silver lines. ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - Tips for Getting Pregnant - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from veda shrmaNo matter how many times you've been pregnant, you still want tips for getting pregnant. When you have good advice, it allows you to conceive more quickly and begin the process of growing a child inside of you. The best tips are those that come from a doctor, but you can also learn good advice ...
Views: 1415 - How Do I Figure My Luteal Phase - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Anna DaviesHow do I figure my luteal phase could possibly be the subject asked on a daily basis by a lot of women across the globe. A luteal phase is crucial in identifying ovulation time and your fertility state. Yet to understand that and prepare for being pregnant, there are few crucial issues to think ...
Views: 1414(3 votes) - How To Treat a Pregnant Woman - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Jennifer ObodoNeed support A pregnant woman needs support since she is going through the most crucial period of her life. She needs to be respected and she needs to be taken care off. The woman should also be taken to the gynecologist as per schedule so that the baby’s growth progress can be regularly ...
Views: 1411 - 5 Things to Keep in Mind Eating When Pregnant - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosIt takes little guesswork to figure out why women are so intensely interested in what they should be eating when pregnant. This is important even for your first pregnancy. And nutrition is doubly important for every time thereafter! The body is depleted by pregnancy; it is just a natural ...
Views: 1408(1 vote) - Teen Pregnancy - What Are My Options? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2007 from Mardie CaldwellWith any pregnancy, there are three options: Parenting, Abortion, and Adoption. It is important to have all the facts about all of your options before you make a life-changing decision. Yes, this will be a decision that will change your life no matter which option you choose. Are you ready to ...
Views: 1403 - Changes To Your Body Temperature During Ovulation - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Alex LanniIt is possible to determine your most fertile days when you are ovulating by measuring your body temperature. During ovulation your body average temperature increases and this spike will indicate that you are ovulating and will also indicate your most fertility periods. Charting ovulation ...
Views: 1402 - Enjoy healthy Pregnancy with Rupal Hospital in Surat - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2015 from Dr.Rupal ShahPregnancy is an ideal time to start taking really good care of you both physically and emotionally. If you follow the few simple guidelines, you will be having best chance of a problem-free pregnancy and a healthy baby. Becoming a mom is an exciting time, but it can also be daunting especially ...
Views: 1400 - Important Car Seat Safety Tips - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2011 from Diba TilleryThe following guidelines can help reduce the risk of severe injury to your precious baby if you are ever involved in a car accident. *Your child should ride rear-facing until they are at least 1 and weigh at least 20 pounds. It is best for your child to ride rear-facing for as long as ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - Male Fertility Specialist in Surat - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2015 from Dr.Rupal ShahMale infertility refers to the inability of a male to contribute to conception with a fertile female. Infertility has traditionally been thought of as a woman's problem, but as it turns out, men don't get off that easily. About one out of every three cases of infertility is due to the man ...
Views: 1395 - Folic Acid Deficiency Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Charles BergerWe all know that folic acid plays a vital role in pregnancy especially for the complete development of the baby’s brain and spinal column. Every pregnant woman is recommended to take folic acid especially on the early stages of pregnancy. It is even more recommended to take folic acid even ...
Views: 1394 - Why Adoption Matters - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Holly TowersOccasionally I’m asked by someone to explain the purpose of our ministry. My answer is always- we exist to provide families for children who need them — whether through adoption or foster care. Almost 50% of pregnancies in the United States are unintended. Of those, over 40% end in ...
Views: 1394(2 votes) - Choose “Feel Good” Maternity Clothes - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from John Arthur ThomasWhat do Hollywood celebrities Reese Witherspoon, Sienna Miller, Tori Spelling, Jessica Simpson, and Kourtney Kardashian have in common besides glamour and beauty? They are all celebrating their pregnancy with fashion and flair. Their growing bellies haven’t stopped them from being the women of ...
Views: 1393 - You Stroll Girl!—Great News for Stroller Moms - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Helene ByrneACE, the American Council on Exercise, has released surprising results from a new study that measured the health benefits of fitness walking with your baby in a stroller. Research concludes that the intensity of the activity is almost double than previously assumed and meets current health ...
Views: 1393 - The Pros Of Home Birth - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from J DHaving a baby is a beautiful thing. The feeling a woman has after having grown a little miracle and seeing that miracle come to fruition is indescribable. Motherhood is a gift from God that is cherished more than any other job today. Most women only think that a hospital is where one has a ...
Views: 1389 - How Do I Tell My Parents I'm Pregnant? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Mardie CaldwellThere are times when your parents are definitely not the easiest people in the world to talk with, and it is even worse if the the conversation is about something you know will be upsetting. Try to remember that if you are pregnant, your parents are likely the people in the best position to help ...
Views: 1384 - Increase Your Chances Of Conceiving With Frozen Embryo Transfer And IVF - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Halbert TajoFrozen embryo transfer takes an embryo that was removed during a previous IVF cycle and frozen, and then thaws and replaces this embryo in the patient. The technique is often used as part of an IVF treatment process and it offers certain advantages over non-frozen embryo usage. Not only is it ...
Views: 1380 - How to Find Stylish Yet Affordable Maternity Clothes - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2008 from Marie GordonThere is no doubt that maternity clothes can be very expensive. In fairness, this is probably for the simple reason that most styles require quite a bit of additional fabric to accommodate your rapidly growing belly. However there are ways to get affordable maternity clothes without breaking the ...
Views: 1376 - Stop Pregnancy After Unprotected Physical Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Robert ParkerMirena IUD is a prescription medicine used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse. This medicine is not used to prevent pregnancy on regular basis. It is a small and flexible device which is placed in uterus to prevent pregnancy. Mirena IUD is T shaped contraceptive device ...
Views: 1375 - When You Are Planning Your Parenthood - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Tiffany StockBaby planning is one of the most important decisions in your life. However, only you can decide whether you are ready to have a baby or not. For the baby to be happy and healthy, it is important for the parents to be sure that they are ready to have a baby. Your peers may be having babies, but ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - What Is Post-Partum Depression? How to help it - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Melinda bonkWhat is Post-Partum Depression? How to help it. Some women, less than one half of one percent, may also suffer from the more serious post partum depression psychosis, which is so severe it includes: • Trouble sleeping or sleeping excessively, • Hallucinations, delusions, • Avoiding the ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Top 10 Very Early Pregnancy Signs - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2007 from Sally MoranSome women don't have any symptoms at all. Some women have a few of these presented below. Some women may have others that are not listed. These pregnancy symptoms tend to be the most prevalent, however. 1. Fatigue. Due to the increase in hormone levels, most women begin to feel extreme fatigue ...
Views: 1372 - Mom's Labor Bag Checklist - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Helen BurroughsSo, the big day is nearly upon you. If you are more than 36 weeks pregnant, it's time to start thinking about what to pack in your labor bag. You do have one... right? If not, rush out and buy one right now -- labor has a habit of sneaking up on us women! The list that follows, is my ...
Views: 1371 - Essentials About Baby and Pregnancy- Some Things You Should Know! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Adams HallYou must ensure that you have everything you need during your pregnancy, no matter if you are pregnant with your first baby, or you already have children before. With almost all the nutritional information accessible today, there is not really any justification to have un-healthy babies. ...
Views: 1370 - Pregnancy Risks after Age 35 - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2016 from Dr.Rupal ShahPregnancy later in life, after the age of 35, is becoming increasingly common. Women are delaying childbearing for a variety of personal and professional reasons. Many women today find themselves trying to conceive after the age of 35. This opportunity can be full of joy and riddled with ...
Views: 1369 - Healthy Pregnancies: Pilates Helps Expecting Mother From Pregnancy to Post Partum - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2006 from Tracey MallettMost people think of Pilates as a new form of exercise because of its recent surge of popularity in the fitness and healthcare industry. In reality, Joseph Pilates invented about 80 years ago by. Pilates was a sickly child with asthma. To help fight his illness and build his strength, he ...
Views: 1368 - Infertility can be defined in two ways - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Adalis CrespoThe Real Cause of Infertility Infertility can be defined in two ways: as inability to conceive after a year of regular sexual intercourse without contraception, or as repeated ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages or perinatal loss. Male and female specific factors account for about 30% of the ...
Views: 1367 - Crib Mattress Reviews: The Sealy Soybean Foam-Core Crib Mattress - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Mariah EvansAre you looking for that ideal crib mattress that can guarantee complete protection for your baby? There are definitely a lot of crib bedding options out there which claim to be best in features, although some of the materials used in manufacturing them may end up being more hazardous to your ...
Views: 1365 - Get Pregnant naturally- Have the Bliss of Motherhood in Life - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from amara josephDo you feel sad looking at your friends carrying their sweet babies in lap? It surely gives you the feelings of emptiness in your life, because you stand alone having no baby to call as “my baby”. Well, who in this world would not want to get the bliss of motherhood? Except the fact that God has ...
Views: 1365 - Pregnancy Massage Therapy: What are the benefits? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Amanda DonisWhen applied by a skilled and well trained licensed massage therapist,pregnancy massage is an effective means for reducing many of the uncomfortable and painful symptoms experienced during pregnancy. Historically, massage was simply inherent in the care women received during pregnancy. It was ...
Views: 1364 - What To Know About Laser Hemorrhoid Surgery - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2020 from K. SaluHemorrhoids also known as piles, is not an uncommon problem. It currently affects nearly three out of four adults from time to time with or without apparent symptoms. What is it then? Hemorrhoids are actually swollen veins in your anus and lower rectum, very similar to varicose veins. Mostly ...
Views: 1361(1 vote) - Do you want to find out the gender of your baby? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2015 from Arlene DelmendoFinding out if you're pregnant with a girl or a boy is a divisive topic. Parents basically fall into two camps: those who can't see the point of waiting nine months to find out what colour to paint the nursery and like to be prepared and those who don't want to spoil the surprise (some say it's ...
Views: 1358 - TTC For 5 Months Should I Be Worried: TTC 5 Months What Am I Doing Wrong - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2017 from Mark JaneTTC For 5 Months Should I Be Worried: TTC 5 Months What Am I Doing Wrong Women who have the condition know what it's like to have PCOS - TTC with polycystic ovarian syndrome is undeniably hard. If you're one of those unfortunate enough to be diagnosed with PCOS, and yet want to get pregnant, ...
Views: 1356 - Take pleasure in the joyful moment involving hearing ones baby’s heart beat - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Montgomery RothschildWhat exactly is Fetal Doppler? Some sort of Fetal Doppler monitor is an ultrasound device that's used to measure the heart beat of a baby as early seeing that 9 to 12 2 or 3 weeks of pregnancy. The device is actually non-invasive, which has proved to be a safe gadget to get information about ...
Views: 1353 - Breastfeeding & Pregnancy: Steps to Eating Well for a Healthy Baby!!!! - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2017 from Julie DohertyHealthy Food is the Foundation for a Healthy Life There is absolutely no doubt that the steps you take to eat well throughout your pregnancy. Not to mention during times of breastfeeding will build a solid health foundation for your newborn love and for you as well, Mum. To give your baby the ...
Views: 1352 - Planning for Your Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2019 from kathy mitchellPlanning for pregnancy is the process of preparation of a couple to conceiving of a healthy child. Planning for pregnancy is the process of preparation of a couple to conceiving of a healthy child. It starts with a decision to give birth and includes a complete medical examination of both ...
Views: 1351 - How to reduce morning sickness during pregnancy? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Mulyadi KurniaPregnancy is an awesome feeling, but let’s face it morning sickness can be a terrible curse. The worst part is morning sickness is not limited to feeling nauseated only in the morning, but it generally lasts all day long. The first trimester is the hardest and 50% of pregnant women suffer ...
Views: 1348 - Knowing What To Eat During Your Pregnancy Is Important - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Andre SimonWe all know that being a mother is not an easy job. A mother needs to know what to eat when pregnant. As a mother, she should not only be concerned with her food, but also of the different aspects of pregnancy. As a mother, she should be responsible in everything she does during her pregnancy ...
Views: 1342 - Do you Know What to Eat During Pregnancy? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosBeing pregnant is challenging enough without worries about what to eat during pregnancy. The truth is that eating during pregnancy isn’t really significantly different than eating at any other time of your life – with the exception of a few foods to avoid and a need to increase a few ...
Views: 1341 - Sunless Spray Tanning and Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from anita ValatiaFeeling frumpy and pale from your pregnancy? Need something desperately to boost your confidence and take your mind off the changing shape of your body? Sunless spray tans can give you that great healthy glow and darken your skin to make you feel great again. However, quite a few people share ...
Views: 1341 - A "BIG" Surprise - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Amanda HayesI could not believe what I was hearing. Even though I already knew the truth in my heart, it was still difficult to hear the nurse from my doctor’s office say it out loud. “Yes, you are pregnant. As a matter of fact, you are VERY pregnant!” After our first two children were born, (both of ...
Views: 1340 - Practice PTCB Test – Become a certified pharmacy technician at the first attempt - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Chen JonathanThe Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) requires that pharmacy technician graduates be certified before they venture into this career. This is rightly so because pharmacy and other healthcare practices are extremely sensitive areas and thus only the most competent professionals need ...
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