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IVF treatment for all

jill jeffers — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:15:01 +0000

Last updated by J Jeffers at May 12, 2012.

Thinking of IVF treatment? For many couples, after exhausting all other methods of successfully achieving conception may have no better choice than to go down the road of fertility treatment treatment.In vitro fertilisation (IVF) is a commonly used technique in which egg cells are fertilised outside the woman’s body. The process involves hormonally controlling the [...]

The Top five early signs of pregnancy

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:20:56 +0000

pregnancy,what are the signs Some women say they know the exact moment they conceived, some women notice signs before they miss a period,while some don’t know they’re pregnant for a number of weeks. The top 5 signs of being pregnant are: 1. Tender breasts that appear to be growing already! As soon as [...]

down`s syndrome baby revealed by blood test

J Jeffers — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:12:54 +0000

Down`s Syndrome Revealed A new blood test has been developed which allows doctors to check wether unborn babies have Down`s Syndrome.The new test would mean expectant mothers would be prevented from having the currently available invasive examinations which can increase the risks of miscarriages. Cypriot,Greek and British scientists have stated that the new technique correctly [...]

hypnobirthing,is it for you?

J Jeffers — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:55:42 +0000

Is Hypnobirthing for you Many expectant mothers like the thought of having a natural birth but can often be dissuaded by the thought of being overcome with pain.One of the new approaches being hailed as the new natural birth choice is hypnobirthing.Hypnobirthing is claimed to allow a full natural birth experience which is easy, comfortable [...]

Are You Stuck With Stretch Marks???

J Jeffers — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:13:10 +0000

Lines that appear on the external surface of the skin in the abdominal region, which become visible during and after pregnancy are generally known as stretch marks. The medical term for these lines is Striae. Because of the sudden gain of extra weight, the dermis layer begins to overstretch and surpasses its level of elasticity. So these [...]

Exercise during Pregnancy

J Jeffers — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 18:43:36 +0000

Exercise During Pregnancy Prescribing medication for a pregnant women is a complicated process. Before obstetricians and gynecologists decide the dosage and type of drug which can best treat a condition without causing any harmful side effects on the mother and the baby, they consider the patient’s age, general health, the due date of the baby, [...]

Enjoying a Healthier Pregnancy

J Jeffers — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:09:25 +0000

While sometimes pregnancy is just difficult, it is possible to have a less stressful pregnancy by following healthy practices. Even though you may not completely get rid of some of the inconveniences (like morning sickness), you can feel better about yourself and your situation if you are careful to indulge in practices that help you [...]