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...pregnancy. medical complications after delivery of a premature baby can also increase the likelihood of problems. in most cases, children who were born prematurely can catch up in development as they...

...pregnancy. the same goes for teen boys, it's vital that they know the importance of always using a condom, never taking any chances and of the dangers of sexually transmitted disease. it's...

is it normal to lose hair after giving birth? due to the hormonal changes during pregnancy, your hair goes through a longer “resting” phase than normal. this means it doesn't fall out...

...pregnancy, your body released many hormones. these levels are normalising now, but this can and does affect your skin. you may have had clear skin during pregnancy and find that you now suffer from...

since i’ve been pregnant, my skin is always itchy. what can i do? it is very common for women to experience itchy skin during pregnancy. although in most cases it is harmless and simply a temporary...

...pregnancy or a life-threatening illness. you may firmly believe that abstinence is the only option for your child, but if she thinks you won’t forgive her for losing her virginity then she may...

...pregnancy. how should i respond to my child's questions about homosexuality?

i am pregnant and my eyes are very dry after wearing contact lenses. is this normal? 'dry eyes' are very common during pregnancy. it’s quite common to have dry eyes while you are...

...pregnancy and after. your toddler will be healthier and you’re setting a good example for them. -provide nutritious well balanced meals for your child. (vitamin a is essential for your...

...pregnancy and the baby light and positive though – you do not want to scare your child unnecessarily. with older children, it is a good idea to talk to your child about the new baby as if the...

...pregnancy, do not expect them to be too interested at that moment. they really do not understand what is going on, and will probably try to direct your attention to something else. if your toddler...

...pregnancy and birth that you need time for it to recover. you just don't feel like your old self. many women report that their libido is low during this time in their lives. they just don't...

...pregnancy and labour, and the later will provide emotional support once you have had your baby, giving guidance to new mums. a doula is usually not medically trained. they are often mothers themselves...

what is amniocentesis? amniocentesis is a test which you can have between weeks 15 and 18 of your pregnancy. amniotic fluid is extracted from your uterus and this fluid is tested for chromosomal...

...pregnancy. most women will go on to have a perfectly healthy baby even if they have bleeding or spotting. there are a number of reasons why light bleeding might occur. you may be experiencing...

what is an ultrasound? ultrasounds have become the norm for all pregnant women but what exactly goes on? ultrasounds have become the norm for all pregnant women. in early pregnancy, the ultrasound is...

...pregnancy before the second trimester many women may also opt for cvs. what you do with the information that you glean from the test is extremely tough. we recommend seeing genetic counselling to you...

miscarriage chances after 12 weeks? the majority of miscarriages take place in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. when you have passed the 12 week mark it is unlikely that a miscarriage will take place...

...pregnancy so if this does occur don’t panic just yet. many women who have light bleeding in the first trimester go on to have perfectly healthy babies however if there is some light bleeding it...

...pregnancy, around week 20 to week 24, your baby’s activity will increase. you will notice them giving lots of little kick during the day. by week 24 to 27 it isn’t unusual to notice that...