Archive for May, 2011
Fallopian tube pregnancy
In a normal pregnancy, a fertilized egg makes its way down from the fallopian tubes to the uterus and implants there. A baby will start developing from that very spot, and the placenta will grow in the exact place an embryo first implanted. In a tubal pregnancy, the embryo instead implants into the lining of [...]
Why routine ultrasounds are really useful
Most pregnant women will have at least one ultrasound during pregnancy – and often, expecting mothers will have quite a few ultrasounds. Some feel better about avoiding them, and have concerns about their safety. Indeed, some doctors recommend that an ultrasound is only carried out if there is a clear medical indication such as measuring [...]
Breastfeeding difficulties: is donor milk an option for you?
The message that “breast is best” is all around, and major health organizations all recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby’s life. But sometimes breastfeeding difficult make following that recommendation difficult or impossible. The most common alternative to breast milk from the baby’s own mother is formula. But might donor milk [...]
Uterine polyps during pregnancy
Uterine polyps are overgrowths of tissue in the endometrium, the lining of the womb. These tissue stick up into the uterine cavity and can be small or large. They are also called “flesh trees” in some languages, which is an accurate description as a polyp will often have a stalk with a larger “blob” at [...]
Introducing solid foods – when?
Introducing solid foods to your baby is one of his biggest early milestones. There is a lot of conflicted information around about when to do it, and how to start with solids. At the end of the day, it is your decision as a parent, and if you practice baby-led weaning the baby also plays [...]
Vitamins do not prevent preeclampsia – new study
Have you heard about the theory that taking high doses of the vitamins C and E during pregnancy could prevent the dangerous pregnancy complication preeclampsia? That would be great news, as this condition which has no symptoms other than sudden high blood pressure and sometimes protein spillage in the urine, can turn into eclampsia, and [...]
NovaSure recovery
NovaSure endometrial ablation is an ablation technique designed to destroy the lining of your uterus, the endometrium. It is suitable for women who suffer from the overgrowth of this tissue, also known as endometrial hyperplasia, who are certain they are not having any more biological children in the future. Endometrial hyperplasia often results in abdominal [...]
Too much caffeine prevents pregnancy?
While most experts agree that it is OK for a pregnant woman to have that one morning cup of coffee, previous studies have already concluded that more than 200 mg of caffeine a day can double the risk of miscarriage. And now, a new study suggests that caffeine can harm fertility. They found out the [...]
Itchy abdomen in pregnancy – what could it be?
Are you pregnant and constantly struggling with an itchy abdomen? You are sure to be wondering what is causing this, and if there are any cures for this horrible itching. There are several probable causes of an itchy abdomen, and believe it or not, the itching can sometimes indicate a serious medical problem. Let’s take [...]
How to choose an egg donor
How do you choose an egg donor? Couples who are struggling with infertility and have been informed that they will need egg donation in order to get pregnant and become parents might imagine shopping around for an egg donor based on their physical traits and health. But there are many ways to find an egg [...]
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