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Let's make a baby: Top 5 fertile sex positionsDid you know that certain sex positions improve the chances of getting pregnant? Here are five sex positions that leave sperm in just the right location for that trip to the egg.
What Abnormal Pap Smear Test Results MeanWomen should have a Pap smear annually from the time they become sexually active through menopause. An abnormal Pap smear test result is not uncommon, but needs to be treated.- Cryosurgery for the CervixCervical cryotherapy, or cryosurgery, is a gynecological treatment procedure that can be done to freeze areas of your cervix. Read on to learn more.
- Vaginal Exams in Pregnancy: What Are They Checking For?Vaginal exams are commonly carried out in pregnancy, but most women are unaware of what their caregiver is checking for when performing a vaginal exam.
Checking Your Cervix for Dialation: A Guide to Checking Your SelfA full how to guide to self checks of your cervix for dilation during pregnancy.
Getting Pregnant with a Tilted Uterus or Tilted CervixA tilted uterus or tilted cervix does not make a woman infertile; however it can cause some challenges with getting pregnant either naturally, with IVF or other assisted reproductive procedures.- Shiradkar Cerclage for an Incompetent CervixThis is my personal experience with stillbirth, incompetent cervix and a Shiradkar cerclage.
Does a Tilted Cervix or Tilted Uterus Cause InfertilitySome women with symptoms of infertility may be concerned that having a tilted cervix or tilted uterus could be the blame. This article discusses the validity of this as well as helps navigate the woman to a healthy conception.
How to Dilate Your Cervix YourselfTips on how to find your cervix and help promote dilation yourself.- What is Abortion, How is Abortion Performed and the Many Views on AbortionAbortion is the termination of pregnancy after conception. This involves killing an undeveloped fetus. Learn how abortion is performed and the many view points on abortion from both supporters and non-supporters of abortion.
- Cervidil & Labor InductionCervidil is commonly used to ripen the cervix as part of the induction process. It is important that pregnant women understand the risks and benefits in order to make an informed decision regarding their health care.
Home Remedies for FertilityDo you struggle with fertility? If so, you aren't alone. Couples struggle with infertility or fertility every day and the prices to overcome this are never cheap.
Incompetent Cervix: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Cervical InsufficiencyAn incompetent cervix is a potentially serious condition during pregnancy. Knowing the causes and symptoms of this condition will help the woman to avoid future complications.
Pregnancy and Labor Related Termonolgy in Simple TermsThis article will look at many pregnancy and labor related terms and explain in common language what these terms mean.- Cervix & PostCoital Complications Lead to Infertility in WomenFor women who live with complications associated with fertility, the complication may be attributed to cervical complications as described within.
- How Infertility May Be Attributed to History of Multiple AbortionsFor women who are experiencing a complication with fertility, the complication may be present due to cervical damage that occurred from a prior abortion.
- Treating Narrowed Cervix as a Cause for InfertilityInfertility in some women is associated with a narrowed cervix, a condition known as stenotic cervix.
- Ways to Avoid a Posterior Presentation of the CervixThe back of the baby is heavier than the rest of its body, and gravity will help into this incorrect position before delivery if you are not paying attention to the way you move, sit, and rest.
- How to Use Cervical Position to Determine FertilityA guide to finding the cervix and determining whether you are fertile based on its firmness and location.
Pregnancy Week 37: Cervical Dilatation and Effacement, and Pack Your Hospital BagYour cervix is getting ready for labor by your thirty-seventh week of pregnancy. You cervix may have already begun the dilatation and effacement which allows your baby to be born.- Is a Cervical Cerclage (Cervical Stitch) Right for Me and My BabyAs a pregnant woman, your doctor has told you that you might need a Cervical Cerclage. What is it though? And why should you get it done?
- Typical Types of Labor InductionHere are 5 ways that labor is generally induced in women. If you are going to be having a baby in the near future, or are already planning an induction, here's what to expect when it comes to methods of induction.
- Best Sex Positions to Use when Getting PregnantThe best time to get pregnant is when you're ovulating, between the 12th and 20th day of your cycle. So keep in mind first and foremost that timing is everything.
- Cancer of the Cervix: Causes, Screening and PreventionCancer of the cervix is most common cancer affecting women in India and developing countries. The new screening methods have been able to detect it early and can be life-saving. HPV vaccine now is effective in preventing the cancer.
Know Your Vagina: Cervix Self-ExaminationLearning to do a cervix self-exam is a valuable skill for any woman to know.
How to Check Your Own Dilation When in LaborChecking your cervix for dilation is absolutely not necessary and in some cases can do much more harm than good, but many mothers do like to check for dilation just so that they will have an idea of what is going on "down there".- Uterus, Cervix and Ovaries: The Joys of Being a WomanWoman face difficult decisions and challenges every single day. Here is one account of what I went through, and where you can find some help.
- How Labor Works: A Simple Guide to ChildbirthAn easy, simple guide to understanding the basics of how labor and childbirth work.
Guide to Checking Your Cervical PositionThis article discusses how to check your cervix to monitor your fertility.- Placenta Previa in PregnancyFind out what Placenta Previa is and if you should worry!
What Every Woman Should Know: Finding Your Own CervixKnowing about your cervix can help you to assess yourself prenatally and in fertility.- Cervix Ripening: The Decision of Medications Versus Natural StimulationOffering an overview of the complication many women face in obtaining cervical dilation, also known as cervical ripening, and how to best achieve the desired results for vaginal delivery.
Cervix Removal and Vaginal Closure During Hysterectomy: Will These Effect My Sex Life?After recently undergoing a total abdominal hysterectomy I was left wondering, can I achieve a climax without a cervix? And will I have trouble during intercourse now that my vagina has been sewn closed at one end?- Incompetent Cervix: The Impact on Miscarriage & Future PregnanciesFor women who suffer from an incompetent cervix, carrying an infant to full term can be complicated unless the gynecological condition is treated early in pregnancy.
Intercourse After a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH)After undergoing a TAH your sex life will change, but it can be for the better!
Cervical Dysplasia and the LEEP ProcedureThe gynecologist discovered that on my cervix, I had pre-cancerous cells. A LEEP procedure is recommended to remove the damaged cells.
What You Should Know: Methods of Labor InductionAn outline of all forms of induction available, including ones you can try at home.
How to Use the Fertility Awareness Method to Increase Your Chances of ConceptionFAM is used by many women both to conceive and prevent pregnancy. It is non-hormonal and accepted by many religions. It doesn't interfere with your body's processes, and it helps you to understand your fertility.- Colposcopy: What to ExpectA brief explanation of colposcopy and what to expect during the procedure.
- What is a Nabothian Cyst?A lump filled with mucus on the cervix's surface is called a nabothian cyst
