What's the Real Risk of Miscarriage After an Amniocentesis?

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An amniocentesis can be an important and informative prenatal test that can diagnose numerous conditions in the unborn baby, but many women fear the test because of the small increase in risk of miscarriage or pregnancy loss that can occur after the test.

Tubal Blockage Treatment

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Tubal blockages are not only a cause for infertility, but also pain. There are several procedures to clear blockages within the fallopian tubes, and different ones are used for different circumstances. Blockages are treated based on location within the tube, type of blockage and the desires of the

Pregnancy Photos - Scrapbooking your Pregnancy with Pictures

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Don't forget to record your pregnancy in photos. Here are some great photo opportunities for you in pregnancy. Take these pictures in good health!

Pregnancy Blues-These Foods Will Change Your Mood

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In this article I tell you about what type of foods will change your mood how they can affect you mood, (both positive and negative) for all those pregnant women interested in improving your diet. ...

About Trish Ringley, RN

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Hi, I'm Trish. I've been working with preemies as a registered nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit since 1997.

Over and over, I see NICU parents struggle through the incredibly difficult experience of having a premature baby, and I love doing whatever I can to help make the

Planning a Pregnancy? Eat Your Fiber

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If you're a woman planning to get pregnant, you might want to pump up your fiber intake.

I Want a Baby Girl So Badly - What Should I Do to Make This Happen? Tips and Advice That May Help

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Over the weekend, I got an email from a woman who basically wrote: "I want a girl baby so bad.I already have a son and I love him dearly, but I want a daughter this time.However, boy babies run in both of my husband's and my families and I'm afraid that I'll never get a girl baby

Pregnancy & Birth - Listening To Your Baby To Prepare For A Safe, Gentle Birth For You And Baby

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We sometimes forget to include baby in our preparations for a safe, gentle birth. Listening to your baby before birth is an important step in paving the way for the kind of birth you would both love.

24 Weeks Pregnant - Ultrasound Pictures

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These ultrasound pictures are from the second trimester of pregnancy. See baby photos from the 2nd trimester using the lastest in ultrasound technology.

Can Ivf Be Successful With Endometriosis?

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If you are asking the question, "can IVF be successful with endometriosis?" then you might be interested to learn about a new alternative therapy which can really help to boost your chances of a successful outcome. The new technique is to be called the "Wurn Technique" and this c

How Do I Calculate Birth Dates?

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Once a month, generally 14 days into your menstrual cycle, your ovaries release an egg. During this time you are at your most fertile, and potential baby-making sperm have 24 to 48 hours to fertilize the egg. You can find out if you are pregnant a few weeks after fertilization has happened. Once you

What You Need to Bring Your Newborn Home From the Hospital

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I'm destined to over pack for my stay at the hospital when I give birth (it will be happening this month). To help calm my nerves I have done some research on the topic of what I need to pack for giving birth and assume I am not the only one with this problem. My prediction is that a bunch of w

How In-Vitro Fertilization Works

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In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a procedure where a woman's eggs and a man's sperm are combined in a glass dish to result in fertilization and the creation of an embryo that is then transferred to a recipient woman to carry to full-term. The process may be performed with the recipient&apos

Learn More About Dad and Baby Bonding

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Adult men are not just breadwinners or providers for their household, they are also fathers who gets excited when a new child arrives in the household. A substantial amount of new fathers are getting paternity leaves being with their newborn. Now and again, in a lack of a paternity get away from, th

Taking Fish Oil During Pregnancy is Beneficial For Fetal Development

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Congratulations on your pregnancy! What an exciting, special time of waiting for that new little one to arrive. I'm sure you are doing all you can to have a healthy, full-term baby by seeing your doctor regularly, getting plenty of fresh air and exercise, and taking your pre-natal vitamins. Doc

How Do I Induce Naturally?

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You are overdue and you can't stop thinking about just holding your baby in your arms. You want the day to come and every extra day makes you more anxious. Don't despair, this article aims to answer the question asked by 90% of expectant mothers.

Third Trimester

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Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of the third trimester of pregnancy including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.

Can Black Mold Cause Miscarriage?

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Black mold and other common household toxic molds have been shown to increase risk of numerous health conditions. Anecdotal reports link mold toxins to miscarriage, but currently there is no scientific proof that black mold can cause miscarriage.

What's the Cost of Infertility Treatments?

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Infertility is a major source of stress for those individuals and couples unfortunate enough to have to struggle with it. Aside from the feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt (among others) that this condition may bring about, the overall cost of infertility treatments can be a major contributor to

Prenatal Tests in the 2nd Trimester

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