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How Effective Are Early Pregnancy Tests?

Whether you are excited or worried about the possibility of being pregnant, knowing that you can take an early pregnancy test can end the wondering. If you suspect that you are pregnant with symptoms, such as a missed period, breast tenderness, a sore back, nausea or fatigue, you might want to pick up an early pregnancy test or make an appointment with your doctor to make sure.

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Effective Upper Body Exercises You Can Do At Home

The holiday season is fast approaching and that means carbs and more carbs! To help combat the effects of too much pumpkin pie, Brooke Burke and her trainer, fitness expert Greg Joujon-Roche, have shared some great exercises with hand weights to tone and tighten your upper body. These three simple and effective work-out moves are perfect for moms who want to show off some killer arms and shoulders! Starbursts 1. Spread your legs and squat slightly, keeping your core engaged.

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How Long After You Start Taking Birth Control Is It Effective ?

Birth control pills are a practical, effective and easy-to-use contraceptive choice. Used correctly, the pill is more than 99 percent effective; however, user error, including missed pills or starting a pill pack late, is responsible for most birth control failures. Know how to take your pills when you start oral contraceptives and when you can rely upon them as your primary form of birth control.