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IUD Birth Control Problems
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a good birth control option, if you are not planning on having children anytime soon. It can provide you with a little more spontaneity and, if left in place for the lifespan of the IUD, is extremely cost-effective. Two types of IUD are available–the hormone-releasing Mirena IUD and the copper ParaGard IUD. A few women experience some problems with this form of birth control but, luckily, most of those problems are minor.
Signs of an Early Labor in Pregnancy
In contrast to the feelings of elation many women experience when they find out they are pregnant is the fear of early labor. Early labor, also know as premature or preterm labor, occurs prior to 37 weeks gestation before the fetus is full term. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 8 babies in the United States is born premature each year. Preterm birth is the leading cause of infant mortality, so it’s especially important to recognize its signs and symptoms.
Painful Intercourse During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, many couples express concerns about whether intercourse is safe. According to the March of Dimes, intercourse during pregnancy is completely safe for most women. Unfortunately, the experience for many mothers-to-be is anything but pleasurable. Finding out the causes of painful intercourse during pregnancy can help resolve your discomfort.
My Daughter Was Born At 23 Weeks
The following is a guest post by Jennifer Degl, author ofFrom Hope To Joy: A Mothers Determination and Her Micro Preemies Struggle to Beat the Odds
Make Flossing Fun for Your Kids
As parents, we all want whats best for our kids. When it comes to oral health, it is often hard to know how to get your kids to engage and make it a life-long healthy habit. What we do know is that oral health is directly connected to overall health.