Pregnancy and Family Planning Articles

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Tuesday, 20th November 2007 @ 10:42 AM

While teenage pregnancy accounts enable girls to be aware that somebody out there is listening attentively to their problems, they also reveal to the concerned girls and other people that statistics given in reports addressing the "teenage pregnancy problem" certainly are not mere numbers but are representative of humans with feelings. Abortion statistics are especially misleading in their chilling numbers. It is extremely simple to reel off percentages when you are not actually ... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 9:35 PM

Abortion is defined as the removal of an embryo or fetus from the uterus in order to end a pregnancy; any of various surgical methods for terminating a pregnancy, especially during the first six months." This technical definition, though, does not begin to touch on the deep emotional and moral aspects connected with abortion, especially in recent years. Abortion has a long and controversial history in the United States. In 1973 the Supreme Court ruled in favor of voluntary abortions ... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Jonni Good @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 3:00 PM

Every woman gains weight when she's pregnant, and many women lose all the extra pounds soon after the baby is born. For others, though, every new child adds an additional 10 to 25 pounds that seems almost impossible to get rid of. If you know that you tend to put on weight during a pregnancy because you never really lot the extra pounds after your last baby was born, it's a good idea to discuss the issue with your doctor during your prenatal visits. She'll make sur... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 2:31 PM

In spite of the tall claims of advertisement campaigns, vitamins available in the market do not increase the possibility of conception. It is not as if, vitamins do not exist for conception. In the pre pregnancy period, it is always advisable to have a wholesome diet, prenatal vitamins, and carry out all the necessary things that you would do if you were pregnant. Most specialists and doctors strongly recommend consumption of prenatal supplements, right from the time the decision to start to con... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 2:30 PM

With all of the new developments in science and medicine, breastfeeding still remains the one and only best way to give a newborn a head start in life. It is a natural and beautiful interaction between mother and baby that can never be taken away, and many studies find that a powerful bond develops that will stay with mother and child throughout life. Breast milk is also the best source for nutrients and antibodies that baby to fight infection and illness in infancy and early childhood. ... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 2:29 PM

While every woman likes to shop, finding a bargain can be the highlight of a shopping trip. Finding affordable clothes is never more important when it comes to buying maternity clothes. While the family is expanding, money often tops the list of things to be conscious of, which can make it difficult for the mother-to-be whose tummy is ever-expanding. Finding good quality, fashionable maternity clothes at a bargain isn't impossible though. With a little determination and some internet sleuth... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 2:29 PM

Abortion can be a very difficult subject to find quality information about. Because it is such a controversial topic, many sources are often biased, one way or the other and few can be trusted as objective resources. The first thing to know about abortion is that the term is used in a variety of different ways within the medical community, not always to denote voluntary termination as is often thought. Spontaneous Abortion often refers to a miscarriage, or the natural process by which the body t... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 2:29 PM

The Pro-Life vs. Pro-Choice debate can often be a confusing one. Those who are against abortion are often referred to as "Pro-Life" these people often believe that life begins at conception. For those that believe life begins at conception, abortion is essentially a murderous act and should (usually), under no circumstances be legal. There is much grey area, though, between the stances of Pro-Life and Pro-Choice. Those that advocate Pro-Choice believe in a woman's choice to termina... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Tony Hartmann @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 9:58 PM

Having a new infant is such an exciting time, but with all the commotion, it's possible to forget an item or two for the nursery. Infant supplies are much needed elements when caring for your baby. With a new sweety in the house, no infant supplies could be more important than baby safety products. Baby supplies and toys should be carefully selected with baby's safety in mind. The Essential Baby Supplies When the new born finally gets home from the hospital, the better pr... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Rayven Perkins @ Monday, 5th November 2007 @ 2:25 PM

I have given birth to four children, in three different states. Each hospital had different policies and procedures, and each birth experience was unique. My last delivery, just a few months ago, was to boy/girl twins. I started my pregnancy with a new-to-me doctor I disliked, who was ready to schedule a cesarean in my first trimester. About halfway through the pregnancy, we moved, and I found an absolutely wonderful doctor. I expressed to him my desire to do everything hum... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By John Porter @ Sunday, 28th October 2007 @ 8:23 PM

In this age of competition, everyone seems to be obsessed with one word and that is: perfection. In their striving for perfection, today's men and women are prepared to blow off any obstacle that comes in their way of success. They are even ready to alter their appearance if it interferes with their goals in life. While everybody seems to be after perfect face and perfect body, the women find it more difficult in maintaining a perfect body for long just because of some unavoidable b... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Patrice Walker @ Friday, 26th October 2007 @ 11:06 AM

April 26th was a happy day for James and I. It was confirmed that we were pregnant. We immediately knew what his name was. James just KNEW the baby was a boy! We decided to name him after him; James Seth- We'd call him "Deuce", as he would be the second. (Deuce means "2") As the months went on, on occasion, I'd ask James what time it was, or he would ask me. The time would often be---"something": 11. In other words, it could be 1:11, 2:11, 3:... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Apurva Shree @ Wednesday, 17th October 2007 @ 4:42 PM

Most of the women under in vitro pregnancy feel confused what would be their symptoms of early IVF pregnancy. Women, who do not conceive naturally, can conceive artificially through in vitro process. Therefore, they often feel whether IVF symptoms resemble symptoms of natural pregnancies or not. Following an IVF pregnancy, the egg is taken outside in a Petri dish to fertilize. After fertilization, the egg is again implanted in the body. However, this is an artificial process of being pregnant, t... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Apurva Shree @ Wednesday, 17th October 2007 @ 4:25 PM

A very early pregnancy symptom cramping reduces joy of conceiving with its acute pain in the abdomen. Though, most of the women complain about the discomforts of abdominal cramps, but as per medical professionals, this pregnancy symptom is completely harmless. Doctors ascertain that women who are expecting motherhood must consider cramping as a positive indication of pregnancy. Cramps can be experienced as a pain in your back and that means you are just at the primitive stage of primitive stage ... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Juzaily Ramli @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 2:04 AM

You feel queasy. You're experiencing a headache. You just don't feel too good. Blame it on yesterday's seafood? Or are you catching a cold? Or could it be that you're pregnant? How can you tell the difference? This article will hope fully lead on the right path. We will discuss early pregnancy symptoms and signs that you should keep an eye out for. One of the most telling sign of being pregnant is a delay in your menstruation. If you miss your period and have be... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 3:41 PM

It's amazing how the human body is tailor-made to fit the survival needs of the race. A mother'ss breast milk naturally has everything the baby needs to remain healthy. It provides the baby with antibodies to fight with various infections and other infancy illnesses. Breastfeeding serves the dual function of meeting the baby's dietary needs and forming a special bond between mother and baby. It is precisely this reason why a breastfeeding mother should maintain a special diet so t... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Navneet Brar @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 1:37 AM

Pregnancy is the most beautiful phase of the life of a woman. Having the prior knowledge of the early symptoms of pregnancy makes it easier for you to cope up with the situation. It becomes difficult sometimes to diagnose your pregnancy symptoms because they are very similar to the symptoms of PMS which means Premenstrual Syndrome. Always pay attention to what your body is trying to tell you. Maybe it is the indication of your pregnancy. Just follow these indications that wi... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Apurva Shree @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 1:00 AM

You can guess as to whether you are carrying or not by acquiring a little knowledge about early pregnancy symptoms or early signs of pregnancy. Some changes may not be actual pregnancy symptoms, so examine them carefully. An early pregnancy symptom can put to rest a womans anxiety to learn about her being pregnant even before her next period is due. As a matter of fact there are a number of early signs of pregnancy. By having an idea of these signs / symptoms, you can guess as to whether... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Apurva Shree @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 12:40 AM

Cheap maternity clothes are available in plenty and the variety of clothes that are available can be amazing especially if you are shopping online. Most expectant mothers do not like to buy too many clothes during their pregnancy as they do not expect to wear their pregnancy clothes post delivery. While some expectant mothers have the knack of looking good in their partners shirts, it is more practical to buy clothes that are designed to make a pregnant woman feel comfortable and relaxed.... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Dustin Cannon @ Friday, 5th October 2007 @ 6:46 AM

A pregnancy test can either use a woman's urine or her blood to determine if a baby has been conceived. What the pregnancy test does is look for a hormone called chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) that is only present in a woman's body when she is pregnant. This hormone is created when the egg is fertilized and then implanted in the uterus. The approximate timing is six days after the woman has conceived, although some women's eggs don't implant until considerably later. h... more...