Category: Sperm
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What You Should Know About Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Read more If you and your partner have been trying to conceive, you might be feeling a mix of hope and frustration, especially if things haven’t gone as smoothly as you’d hoped. It’s common to think conception would happen quickly and naturally, but sometimes a little extra help is needed. This is where intrauterine insemination…
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Upcoming Car Seat Safety Regulations: What You Need to Know Before Purchasing
Read more If you already have a car seat, rest assured it remains safe to use, provided it’s correctly installed and not expired. Always check the expiration date, refer to the manual for installation guidance, and stay informed about any recalls. However, if you’re in the market for a new car seat, you don’t need…
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Cordocentesis: An In-Depth Look at Fetal Blood Sampling
Read more Cordocentesis, also referred to as percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (PUBS), is a diagnostic procedure that tests fetal blood for potential abnormalities. How is Cordocentesis Performed? To conduct the procedure, advanced ultrasound imaging is first used to identify the precise location where the umbilical cord connects to the placenta. This imaging guides a thin…
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Is Cold Medicine Safe to Take While You’re Breastfeeding?
Read more If you’re a nursing mom feeling under the weather, you might be wondering if you can take cold medicine safely. The good news is that most over-the-counter remedies are considered safe for breastfeeding mothers and their babies, according to guidelines from health professionals like the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). While…
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Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
Read more Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is commonly defined as a fetal weight that falls below the 10th percentile for gestational age, as determined by an ultrasound. This condition is also referred to as small for gestational age (SGA) or fetal growth restriction. Are There Different Types of IUGR? IUGR can be classified into two…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is October 3
Your Pregnancy Timeline: 1st Trimester: December 27 to March 27 2nd Trimester: March 28 to July 3 3rd Trimester: July 4 to October 3 Read more Did you know that only about 5% of babies are born on their exact due date? A typical pregnancy lasts between 38 and 42 weeks, so there’s plenty of…
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Taking Your Toddler Out: Tips for Enjoyable Everyday Adventures
Read more Running errands with a toddler opens up a whole new world of exploration for them and presents some unique challenges for you. However, don’t hesitate to bring your little one along—it’s a great time for them to discover and learn! In an ideal scenario, you would always have someone available to watch your…