Family Health Articles

Vaginismus is a condition that can make sexual intercourse almost impossible. As such, it can really interfere with a woman's hopes of getting pregnant. Do you think you could be suffering from vaginismus?

Pain during sexual intercourse can make your sex life hard and can interfere with the process of trying to conceive. These things are reason enough to get it checked out, but keep in mind that it may also be an indication that you have a medical problem.

Trying to conceive is most straightforward if you are heterosexual and in a relationship. That's to say, trying is straightforward there is no guarantee of pregnancy.

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that occur within the ovary or on the ovarian wall. They come in various sizes and can be filled with various substances, and different types of ovarian cysts come with their own symptoms and causes.

Are you about to start trying for a baby, or have you already been at it for a while? Your "avoid" list has just changed dramatically!

Have you turned into a monster since your positive pregnancy test? Do you feel ecstatic one minute, like crying the next, and really angry after? Welcome to the crazy world of pregnancy!

You would probably rather avoid a cesarean if you could, but this now almost routine procedure is also a lot less frightening than a forceps or vacuum delivery to many women.

The decision to try for a baby is huge and the first milestone of many. What milestones can you expect to go through after you take that first step?

A recent literature-based study shows that plant-based therapies can be effectively used for treating menopausal symptoms, especially hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

In the West, millions of anti-vaccination activists are refusing to get immunizations against measles for their children. As a result, not only are their children at risk for measles, but they are also at risk for a number of other serious diseases.