Preconception / Trying to Conceive

Uterus Transplants: Innovative, but Controversial

by DP Nguyen

in In The News, Infertility, Preconception / Trying to Conceive, Women’s Health

Uterus Transplants: Innovative, but Controversial

For every medical problem, scientists and researchers are constantly striving to find an solution. For women who’ve had a hysterectomy due to cancer and disease, or for women who were born without uteruses, Swedish doctors have a answer – uterus transplants.

Although uterine transplants aren’t a new medical concept, Swedish doctors have performed what they claim to be the first mother-to-daughter live uterus transplants that they believe could allow infertile women to bear children.
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How Long Does It Take to Become Pregnant?

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In a perfect world, becoming pregnant would be as easy as having unprotected sex and a few weeks later, you find out you’ve conceived. In reality, getting pregnant is a trickier process and there are a variety of things that can interfere with ovulation and conception – such as illness, your age, how often you [...]

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How Early Can I Test for Pregnancy?

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Testing for pregnancy can bring about a wide range of emotions. From nervousness, to excitement, to happiness to sadness, finding out that you are pregnant is one of the most life-changing experiences a woman can have. So, it makes sense that most of us want to know about a pregnancy as early (and as accurately) [...]

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Faint Line on a Pregnancy Test – Am I Pregnant?

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You’ve noticed a faint line on the pregnancy test you’ve just taken, and you’re wondering, “Am I pregnant?” Reading the results of a home pregnancy test should be easy, but it’s not always. Newer digital pregnancy tests, like the one from Clearblue Easy, make it simple to interpret your results. The window will say either [...]

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Implantation Bleeding or Period?

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Implantation bleeding can easily be confused with a regular period, especially in women who are actively trying to conceive (TTC). They may automatically assume that any vaginal bleeding is a period. Women who have irregular periods can also make the mistake of thinking that implantation bleeding is a period. What makes this early sign of [...]

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Why Take Prenatal Vitamins When Trying to Get Pregnant?

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When you’re trying to conceive, you should start taking prenatal vitamins every day.
Think of your prenatal vitamins as a safeguard, or an insurance policy, that ensures that you’re getting all the nutrients that you need for a healthy body, and a healthy reproductive system. Read more about the role that prenatal vitamins play in helping you get pregnant faster, why folic acid and zinc are vital when trying to get pregnant, and more.

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Natural Birth Control – How Effective is It?

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Although the withdrawal method is still widely considered foolish, natural family planning is starting to become widely adopted ny women who want to avoid hormones. Natural family planning, also called fertility awareness, is 90 percent if used correctly. Learn more about how to naturally prevent pregnancy.

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The Fertility Diet: Top Foods for Getting Pregnant

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If you’re having a hard time getting pregnant, take a look at your diet. According to researchers from Harvard University, your diet can sometimes hinder your efforts to conceive. But there are certain foods that can make it easier for you to get pregnant. Learn more about the fertility diet and the foods you should eat to boost your chances of conception.

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What are the Earliest Signs of Pregnancy

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It’s been a few weeks since you did the deed (without protection), and now you’re wondering, “Am I pregnant?” You feel more exhausted than normal; your breasts are swollen and tender; and you’re always running to the bathroom to pee. Are your symptoms normal PMS, or are you pregnant? Because PMS symptoms can be remarkably [...]

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