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Pregnant on the Pill?

by Kimmama

16 Nov 2009 10:49 PM

I know several women who conceived on the pill and it's likely that you do, too. The pill is 92-99.7% effective in preventing pregnancy.

IVF Gone Wrong

by Kimmama

22 Sep 2009 08:52 PM

Did you catch Meredith Vieira's interview with Carolyn and Sean Savage on the Today show yesterday? The couple are parents to three other children, and have had multiple difficulties with conception and pregnancy.

Surprise Babies: Heather's Story

by Kimmama

13 Aug 2009 08:00 AM

This month I'm talking about surprise babies. I've been looking forward to sharing with you the story of one special little girl named Lillian Rose, who surprised her parents and their family with her miraculous debut.

Secondary Infertility

by Kimmama

08 Jul 2009 05:01 PM

Right now my husband and I are parents to one beautiful three-month-old son. Just lately I've begun to think about when I want to have another baby.

Understanding Molar Pregnancy

by Kimmama

04 Jul 2009 11:51 AM

A molar pregnancy can be a scary and confusing diagnosis. You may be wondering what happened to the baby? Is this like a miscarriage? If there is no baby, why did the pregnancy test come out positive? These are all valid questions.

Fertility Drugs and Cancer Risk

by Pattie Hughes

21 Jan 2009 05:59 PM

Many women undergoing treatment for infertility are given fertility drugs when they are trying to conceive. Two of the most commonly used fertility drugs are Clomid and injections of a class of drugs known as gonadotropin releasing hormones.

Trying to Get Pregnant? Avoid Secondhand Smoke

by Pattie Hughes

08 Dec 2008 01:59 PM

Several research studies have shown a link between cigarette smoking and fertility problems. Quitting smoking has been touted as an important step in enhancing fertility. But, that may not be enough. New research now shows a potential link between fertility issues and secondhand smoke.

What is an Incompetent Cervix?

by Pattie Hughes

28 Nov 2008 09:02 PM

An incompetent cervix is a weak cervix. The weakness of the cervix makes it prone to thinning and dilating before the baby is ready to be born. In a typical pregnancy, the cervix remains tightly closed until the end of pregnancy, when it will begin to thin in preparation for labor.

What is Cervical Cerclage?

by Pattie Hughes

28 Nov 2008 06:05 PM

Cervical cerclage is a simple surgical procedure involving a stitch in the cervix. The intention is to prevent premature dilation of the cervix. The procedure is done when a woman has been diagnosed with a condition known as incompetent cervix.

Pregnancy After Weight Loss Surgery

by Pattie Hughes

24 Nov 2008 10:07 AM

According to the National Association for Weight Loss Surgery, approximately 100,000 women undergo surgery each year. Some of these women will go on to conceive and have healthy pregnancies. If you have had, or are considering weight loss surgery, there are a few things you should know.



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