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Finding out you’re pregnant comes with so many emotions but whatever your immediate reaction is, the reality is that at some point, you’ll have to take a deep breath and figure out what to do next. 8 Things to do After Finding Out You’re Pregnant 1. Wait to announce your pregnancy. While you may want […]

Finding out you’re pregnant can be a joyous occasion, but after the celebrations, one thing becomes more important than anything else; making sure that the baby is healthy throughout the pregnancy. In addition to avoiding drinking, smoking, and particularly dangerous activities, it is reasonable to wonder whether ultrasounds use any kind of radiation imaging. The […]

Finding out you’re pregnant is one of the most memorable experiences in a woman’s life. The news may come as a shock but once the enormity of what lies ahead sinks in, you have the thrill of telling everyone, and picking out names. This becomes your new normal: you’re pregnant. A little human being is […]

We’ve all heard about the changes that usually happen with pregnancy: Some women have a beautiful glow. Others experience severe morning sickness that makes them (and their life partners) miserable for the entirety of the first trimester. Swollen feet are a new reality. Bigger breasts take center stage. Some smells make you want to vomit. […]

Going to the gynecologist is hardly anyone’s favorite activity. You have to step on a scale and hear how much you weigh. You have to fully undress in a cold room with fluorescent lights. You have to sit there, naked, save for a thin paper robe, then lay down and spread your knees apart so […]

If you’ve never been to a gynecologist, it can be scary to think about those kind of visits. Not only will you get one of your most vulnerable body parts examined, you’ll also discuss your sexual history and concerns with a total stranger. Let’s get one thing out of the way first: There is no […]

Can You Go to the Gynecologist on Your Period? How do you feel when you’re on your period? For some women, not much changes, other than having to put in tampons and the occasional bloating. For others, the symptoms can range anywhere from becoming moody and emotional to having awful cramps and headaches. There is […]

If you have diabetes, you have a long list of issues to be concerned about: your blood sugar levels, taking insulin shots, eating the right foods, having to pee a lot. But when you find out you’re pregnant, you have a new set of worries: Will your baby be ok? How will the hormonal changes […]

When it comes to “freaking out worthy” events, being diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease comes pretty close to the top. What will happen to your nether regions (or your throat)? Do they have a cure? How are you going to share this information with future sex partners? You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Understanding […]

If you’re an expecting mother or already a parent, you know that choosing a name for your baby can take three trimesters or longer. Some mothers have had a list of names for their special moment since they were young. Others may have decided to name their children after relatives or someone who inspires them. […]