The timing of conception and making sure the sperm meets with the egg are often the main concerns for those who want to get pregnant. The second step is crucial for a fertilized ovary to become a pregnancy. The fertilized egg will make its home in the uterus. After fertilization, the fertilized zygote (now known as a zygote),…
You may be paying close attention to your vaginal drainage, whether you’re trying for pregnancy, using a family planning method, or just noticing changes in your body. If you have a watery discharge, it can be confusing. You are not alone. In the U.S. alone, vaginal discharge is the leading cause of gynecological complaints. It is difficult to differentiate between…
At 13 weeks, Where’s your husband? At 20 weeks, let’s hope she remains a girl. These days, you never know. 40 weeks: Would you two be able to even raise a son? The comments I heard while pregnant are not microaggressions. As a queer person giving birth, I was met with violent language from healthcare professionals….
You may wonder if you can get pregnant while breast-feeding or chest-feeding. Some people might want to prevent pregnancy while their babies are young. Some people may want to become pregnant after their babies have grown up, but still breastfeed. Many women have questions regarding getting pregnant when breastfeeding or body-feeding. These include what your chances of conceiving are,…
You might consider purchasing an home pregnancy test if you are trying get pregnant, or if you realize that you haven’t had your period. If used correctly, these types of pregnancy test–yes, those where you pee onto a stick — are accurate 99% of time. Three gynecologists were contacted to find out the latest information about pregnancy tests. We…
Both the person producing the egg and the one who makes the sperm must be fertile to make a child. In the U.S. some estimates suggest that sperm-related fertility is responsible for up to 50% of all fertility complications. You don’t have to visit a doctor to get your sperm analysed. You can test your sperm at…
You’ve probably heard of the luteal period if you’re trying to get pregnant or tracking your menstrual cycles. The luteal phase is one of four phases in the menstrual period. It occurs before the start of your period and prepares your uterus for pregnancy. The luteal period has its own signs, symptoms and functions. Experts were consulted…
According to your calendar, Aunt Flo isn’t supposed to arrive for another week or so. Still, you’ve been feeling something akin to menstrual cramps and you’re wondering what’s going on. Is your period coming? Are you pregnant? Is something else the matter? “Cramps but no period” is something most of us have experienced at one time or another. It…
Anovulation occurs when your body skips the ovulation process, meaning your ovaries do not release an egg during . Fertilization and conception cannot occur if an egg is not released. Continue reading to find out more about short-term or chronic anovulation and how it is diagnosed and treated. What is Anovulation? In a normal menstrual cycle the…
There are many options when it comes to Birth Control. These include everything from IUDs to injections . Birth control patches are often forgotten about. One study found that less than 11 percent of respondents used the patch. This is a small number when you consider 95% of men reported using male condoms and 79% reported taking…
