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Baby trying: time to worry?
baby trying: time to worry? it is definitely one of life’s ironies that we spend years trying to prevent pregnancy, only to turn around and have to expend a lot of energy and worry when we are...
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Endometriosis: need to knows
...pregnancy. however, after surgery, endometriosis may reoccur.
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How babies are made
...pregnancy and the lining of the uterus is shed along with the egg. by contrast, men’s bodies produce sperm around the clock. sperm maturation takes roughly between 64 and 72 days. each...
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Healing after birth
...pregnancy hormones, and if it was a caesarean birth, you may be sore for a while. the good news is that as the level of hormones drops, the tone of smooth muscle throughout the body improves. you will...
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Having sex after birth
...pregnancy and birth that you need time for it to recover. you just don't feel like your old self. many women report that their libido is low during this time in their lives. they just don't...
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A discussion of fertility treatment basics
...pregnancy. if there are blockages, your doctor can perform surgery to correct it. there is also assisted hatching and ivf (in vitro fertilization). the downside of fertility treatments is that they...
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Umbilical cord care – a ‘how to’ guide
...pregnancy to your baby. once your baby arrives, the cord is cut and clamped off. the stump left behind does not cause your baby any pain. as you are advised to try to keep the cord dry, your baby...
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Anti-depressants when pregnant
anti-depressants when pregnant continuing to take anti-depressants during pregnancy whether to continue with your anti-depressant medication once pregnant is a question that should be asked of your...
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Avoiding preterm labour
...pregnancy to be considered full term it needs to last 40 weeks in total. if a child is born prior to 37 weeks, your baby will be preterm. complications associated with preterm labour include low birth...
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When to throw a baby shower
...pregnancy during the first trimester because of the higher risk of miscarriage. besides, you will most likely be experiencing nausea and discomfort as your body begins to adjust to the new addition...
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Avoiding post-partum depression
...pregnancy and the post-partum period, even if at times it seems impossible to do. exercise is a key component, not only in your physical health, but also in reducing your risk for ppd. squeezing in...
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Preparing your preschooler for a new arrival
...pregnancy, such as information about morning sickness. if your child notices that you are tired, just tell him or her that helping the baby to grow is hard work, and that it’s normal too feel...
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Extended breastfeeding
...pregnancy, coping with that, and with breast-feeding, may be too much for you. at the end of the day, choosing to extend breastfeeding is something personal, and whether you do or don’t...
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Premature babies and their learning abilities
...pregnancy. medical complications after delivery of a premature baby can also increase the likelihood of problems. in most cases, children who were born prematurely can catch up in development as they...
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Should I wear a seat belt when I'm pregnant?
should i wear a seat belt when i'm pregnant? during pregnancy it is still required by law to wear a safety belt, unless you have a medical reason to be exempt. if you are pregnant, there are some...
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When you have severe morning sickness, how is your baby receiving proper nutrition?
...pregnancy. it doesn’t put your baby at any increased risk, and usually clears up after 12 to 14 weeks of pregnancy. it’s thought the cause of morning sickness is down to hormonal changes...
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In the USA pregnant women take ante natal vitamins. This is not the case in Ireland why?
...pregnancy by having a healthy balanced diet. there are 2 exceptions however: folic acid – it is recommended that women take a daily supplement containing 400µg of folic acid for at least 4...
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I am currently 31 weeks pregnant - how important is it to take iron tablets every day?
...pregnancy. 4 1
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How important is it to be a healthy weight before getting pregnant?
...pregnancy can help to programme your baby for long life and good health into their future. being overweight also carries increased risks during pregnancy. if you’re overweight you are more...
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