Posts Tagged ‘pregnancy’
Teenage Pregnancy
Becoming pregnant as a teenager can put enormous stress on young women and their families, especially if the pregnancy is not wanted. However, once it has happened there is no way to go back so the important thing is to support the young woman and to help her to make the wisest choice for her…
Read MoreEarly Signs of Pregnancy
You may be unaware of any changes for weeks, only wondering if you’re pregnant when you miss a period. Though you may experience all, some or none of these, here are some early signs of pregnancy. A missed period One of the surest signs of pregnancy is a missed period. If you’re usually pretty regular,…
Read MoreWhat are the Signs of Postnatal Depression?
Postnatal depression is different from the baby blues which can make you feel anxious, weepy and moody, but it usually gets better within a few hours or days, after the birth. But, you may have postnatal depression, if these feelings go beyond the first two weeks after your baby is born, which is an illness…
Read MorePregnancy – Taking Care of Yourself
Eating Many girls are afraid to gain weight during pregnancy and worry about how their bodies look. But now, that you are eating for two, this is not a good time to go on a diet or cut calories. Both your baby and you need certain nutrients so the baby can grow properly. Drinking plenty…
Read MoreBirth Control – Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraception, so called the ‘morning after pill’, can be used after having unprotected sex, to prevent an unplanned pregnancy. You may need emergency contraception if a condom breaks, if you miss taking the oral contraceptive pill or if you have sex without any contraception. It may also be needed in the case of rape.…
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