Tag: Conception

Sex is a natural and desirable part of life and so are periods. Most women’s cycles last around 4-5 days and recur every month...

If you are using IVF to get pregnant you have to spend a stressful two weeks waiting after the embryo is transferred, before taking a pregnancy test. A missed period, spotting, morning sickness, tiredness, swollen and tender breasts are some physical signs that may indicate pregnancy, but are not a surefire proof to predict fertility success.

  Dreams are stories your mind creates when you are asleep. They allow you to go beyond your conscious awareness to comprehend the thoughts and...

Emergency contraception is a type of birth control used by women after an unprotected sex. It is also used when usual birth control methods...

For many people, learning how to be happy with their bodies is a life-long process. From the trials and tribulations of adolescence to the...

It is indeed interesting for a would-be-mom to understand what changes happen inside her body as her baby continues to grow and develop inside...

Over the last twenty years, the number of multiple pregnancies have increased. This is because most women are becoming pregnant after the age of...

Are you struggling with fertility issues and trying very hard to get pregnant? Get rid of your stress and do these yoga asanas to conceive in a healthy way. Watch video to know more.

Trying to figure out when you are fertile or when to time sex for conception? Here is how you can up your chances of conception from 0% to 30%.

Avocado seed decoctions are popular in South American cultures to treat diabetes, diarrhea, kidney stones, and even snakebite. Add the antioxidant-rich seed powder to your smoothie to lower BP and cholesterol, manage diabetes, and protect kidney and liver tissues. Start with 1/2 tsp and limit daily consumption to half a seed. Apply the seed paste on your skin to prevent UV damage and to cure fungal infections.

If you're epileptic and sexually active, reconsider your birth control tactics. Contraceptive pills can unfavorably interact with antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). Ethinyl estradiol in oral contraceptives lower AEDs in blood, increasing the risk of a seizure. AEDs dwindle effects of estrogen, raising the effective dosage of these pills. Choose other options like condoms, diaphragms, IUDs, IUSs, etc.

If you have been trying to conceive for more than a year, there is a good chance that something may be causing you to...

Perform compound exercises that target multiple muscles together. Keep in mind your goals and efforts so that you keep your calories in check. Eat timely, eat right. Plan your workout throughout the week. Be realistic and work with what you have. Commitment and increment are key factors. Set doable timelines. Burn extra fat with cardio, giving your muscles definition.

Women with PCOS can conceive naturally if the right root cause can be identified. High-androgen types need to control blood sugar and insulin with a low-glycemic-load diet and exercise. High-prolactin types need to reduce stress levels and consume foods rich in Vit B6. Low estrogen types should consume a diet rich in magnesium, zinc, and Vit C, B5, B6 to help restore normal adrenal function.

Studies indicate that tampons, pads, feminine deodorants, and douches may cause reproductive harm, endocrine disruptions and rashes in the long run. Instead, choose natural, fragrance-free sanitary products made of organic cotton or hemp like mamacloth, gladrags, natracare, earthwise girls and organyc. Menstrual cups are also a great alternative.