Family Health Articles

Sexually transmitted diseases are always awkward, but never more so than when you are pregnant! How are sexually transmitted diseases treated during pregnancy, and in which ways could they harm a fetus or newborn if they are not diagnosed?

The placenta may be an unpleasant looking organ, but it plays a pretty crucial role in the formation of life. What exactly does this organ do, and what can go wrong?

Are you trying to get pregnant? Don't fall into the trap of old wives' tales and urban myths. Here are some common conception misconceptions. BUSTED!

Is every morning rushed, chaotic, and extremely stressful? Do you have trouble waking up, or getting your kids to wake up? What you need is a good morning routine.

Prenatal testing has enabled the early diagnosis of birth defects and chromosomal abnormalities.

The third trimester culminates in the birth of that long awaited baby. What else do women usually go through in the last three months of their pregnancy? What is the baby going through? And perhaps most importantly, how can you tell when labor has started

Do you suffer from irregular and unpredictable periods? If you are TTC, irregular menstrual cycles can make things more complicated. What do you need to know about how irregular cycles can influence your fertility and chances of conceive.

Some couples don't need to think about trying for a baby, and conceive during their first or second cycles of trying! For the rest of us, working out when we are fertile and if we are fertile can be a little tricky, and sometimes even a real worry.

Hospital is the best place to give birth, the vast majority of American mothers decide. If you are really low-risk or a very naturally minded, you may opt to deliver your baby at a birth center or at home with a qualified midwife.

Pregnancy doesn't mean you need to stay close to home all the time, though travel with "an extra passenger on board" does require some precautions. What can you do to keep your baby safe while traveling?