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A is for Apple B is for Breast-Feeding

I had an interesting talk with 2 moms yesterday while at my children’s picture book writing group session. One of the ladies was pregnant with her first child, the other lady had a son already. All of our creative juices were flowing. We were throwing ideas back and worth, adding and editing things to the next great children’s picture book UNTIL one of the mother’s said something about BREAST-FEEDING. For 15 minutes I sat there listening to detailed and somewhat graphic explanations of the benefits to breast-feeding.

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What Is Premarin Vaginal Cream Used for?

Premarin Vaginal Cream is a prescription cream used to treat vaginal dryness in women, especially dryness that can result in painful sexual intercourse after and during menopause. Available with a doctor’s prescription, the cream should be used only by women who are not suffering from certain medical conditions. A number of side effects are associated with regular Premarin Vaginal Cream use.

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Side Effects of the Mirena Contraceptive

Mirena is an intrauterine device (IUD) that releases a low dose of hormones to prevent pregnancy. Many women are drawn to the IUD because it is costs far less than most other forms of birth control. Furthermore, An IUD can prevent pregnancy for up to five years, far longer than other choices.

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Surgeries for Weight Loss

Obesity does more than make it difficult to purchase clothing. It puts you at a significantly higher risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. It is important to know that several types of weight loss surgery are available. Working with your doctor and armed with a basic foundation of each surgery, choose the one that works best for you.

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FSH Side Effects

FSH, or follicle stimulating hormone, is commonly used by physicians as a treatment for infertility in women. Normally, FSH is produced by the pituitary gland and is responsible for stimulating the follicles in a woman’s ovaries to produce a mature egg that can be released into the uterus. Injections of FSH can be used to induce this process in women who have low FSH levels. However, using FSH as a fertility treatment can result in a number of side effects. These side effects range from minor to life threatening.