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Should the U.S. Have Compulsory Insurance for IVF Babies?
The government of Singapore requires couples undergoing IVF to purchase insurance that covers the extra expenses associated with specialized care for infants in the hospital. This makes for very inter
The Fertility Diaries: 3 Friends, 3 Paths to Pregnancy
This month, Jody copes with the stressful reality of reproductive treatments, Jenny faces her fear about the health of her baby, and a pregnant Carrie learns from her friends' struggles and losses.
Teen Births Rose in 2006
Teen birth rates, C-sections, and births to single moms are all on the rise, according to the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics.
Learn About Preeclampsia and Its Characteristics
An abnormal state may be developed during pregnancy condition which is termed as Preeclampsia. If it is not properly treated it can jeopardize your health as well as the health of your baby. Some facts are discussed here that are very important for you.
Pick My Baby's Gender - How to Make Gender Selection Work Naturally
When you are pregnant, you have an idea of the gender you want to conceive. If you want to pick the gender of your baby in a natural way, then read on to learn more about a natural form of gender selection.
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)-Health Tools
Health tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health.Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Should I have a VBAC trial of labor after a previous cesarean? ...
Teen Pregnancy - How to Properly Deal With It
Having teen pregnancy when you are not prepared beforehand may not be pleasant. But when it happens, you will have to deal with it. This article gives you some ideas what to do when it happens.
Omega 3's Found to Alleviate Depression During Pregnancy
While most women love being pregnant, there are "down times" for even the most enthusiastic mom-to-be. Due partly to the potential thrill and fear that can go with being a parent and in part to the hormonal roller coaster than pregnancy sends your body through, pregnancy can be a period of
Making Clomiphene (Clomid) Work For You
As an Ob/Gyn I am usually dismayed how many women take clomiphene citrate (Clomid) and don't know what it does and how take it. So let me be very clear: The most important thing to know about clomiphene citrate (Clomid) is that it is a medication to induce ovulation. Nothing else.
The Hard Facts on Condoms
Learn more from WebMD about male and female condoms and their role in birth control and preventing sexually transmitted diseases.
2nd Trimester Ultrasound Photos and Pictures
These ultrasound pictures are from the second trimester of pregnancy. See baby photos from the 2nd trimester using the lastest in ultrasound technology.
Stair Gates For 2013 From Safetots
A new year means time for a new start. Many people begin by setting goals for the year and totally transform any area of their life such as their career, love life, appearance or personal ...
Great Baby Shower Games
Whether you are a mother, friend, or expecting oneself, throwing a baby shower should be a fun and stress free experience. Many women (including myself) often worry about making it perfect, ensuring that everyone gets along impeccably, and that there is never a dull moment. This self-imposed stress
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Morning Sickness
Commonly, many women experience both nausea and vomiting during their pregnancy. These symptoms are typically most acute for pregnant women during the morning hours. This, however, does not mean that morning sickness is limited to the morning for all expectant women; there are women who tend to feel
Pregnancy Calendar In Nine Months
A pregnancy calendar will guide a pregnant women regarding the progress of their pregnancy, the growth and development of their baby and what symptoms to expect as they go through this phase. Pregnanc
Even Mild Concussions Cause Memory Loss in High School Athletes
For teenage athletes, even mild concussions can cause memory problems lasting up to a week. The first study of its kind evaluates the effects of and recovery from mild head injuries in high school sports. The short-term effects are more serious than most people realize, scientists say.
Predicting Baby Gender - Can You Really Pick Your Baby's Gender?
Gender selection of youngsters is a controversial subject, particularly in terms of genetic therapy along with the ethics of selecting the sex of your child. Whilst there surely have been advances in