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The purpose of Amniocentesis and CVS testing
Share If you are currently expecting a baby or considering pregnancy, most likely you have heard the terms Amnio, which stands for Amniocentesis, and CVS, which stands for Chorionic Villus Sampling. Many people confuse them for the same type of … Continue reading
Opting for C-Section vs. Vaginal Delivery
Share Many women desire to have a textbook pregnancy and delivery. You know, low risk pregnancy without any issues or symptoms along with a vaginal delivery whether naturally or with the aid of an epidural. It would be very easy … Continue reading
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Tagged birth, c-section, delivery, labor, surgery, vaginal delivery
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Dealing with Cervical Incompetence
Share What exactly is Cervical Incompetence? Cervical Incompetence, according to Wikipedia, “is a medical condition in which a pregnant woman’s cervix begins to dilate (widen) and efface (thin) before her pregnancy has reached term.” Now that you are brought up … Continue reading
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Tagged cervical incompetence, cervix, complication, high risk pregnancy, pregnancy
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Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy
Share What is ectopic pregnancy? It occurs when the fertilized ovum implants itself on any tissue other than the endometrial lining of the uterus. The ovum develops but causes the mother great pain. It’s truly a horrific experience with not … Continue reading
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Tagged ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, pregnancy, tubal pregnancy
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About the Disorder of Anovulation
ShareFor many women, planning a pregnancy is an exciting time in life. Knowing your cycle and most fertile days can be a secure way to ensure a pregnancy. For some women, however, having the condition of an anovulatory cycle can … Continue reading
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Tagged anovulation, fertility, menopause, menstruation, ovulation, pregnancy, women's health
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Dealing with Toxoplasmosis
Share What is toxoplasmosis? When someone refers to toxoplasmosis, they are referring to an infection that is caused by a small parasite that is often found in the intestines of cats and pigs. This parasite can be transmitted from your … Continue reading
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Tagged disease, feline, infant, parasite, pregnancy, toxoplasmosis
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Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Postpartum Depression
Share For new mothers, the time after childbirth is generally a time of recovery and connecting with their newborns. While a successful pregnancy and delivery is typically a happy event, feelings of depression tend to increase during the postpartum period … Continue reading
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Tagged depression, mental health, motherhood, postpartum depression, pregnancy
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All About Preeclampsia
ShareUnless you’ve had a child or are expecting, it is unlikely that most people are familiar with the medical condition of Preeclampsia. Also referred to as Toxemia, Preeclampsia is a condition that affects only women who are pregnant. This life-threatening … Continue reading
Gestational Diabetes and Pregnancy
ShareBeing pregnant is a wonderful experience for most women. There are some women however, who do not have a comfortable or worry-free pregnancy. They can experience any number of problems or common issues, one of which is gestational diabetes. Although … Continue reading
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Tagged gestational diabetes, high risk pregnancy, infant health, pregnancy
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Stages Of Labor
ShareSo you’re having a baby! We know there are several stages to pregnancy, however there are also stages to the actual labor when it’s time for the bundle of joy to arrive into the world. This post is going to … Continue reading