Birth Control and Emergency Contraception Methods

Contraception is a topic of great interest to couples who are sexually active but have no plan yet of bringing up a child. Although there is a wealth of information on birth control available online, there are about 1 million cases of unplanned pregnancy every year.

Many…

How do pregnancy tests work?

When a woman becomes pregnant, the placenta begins to develop after the fertilized egg implants in the woman's uterus.  The levels of a hormone called - human chorionic gonadotropin or HCG - a glycoprotein secreted by the placenta shortly after fertilization start increasing soon after fertilization. In about six days after…

Benefits of Maternity Pillow

Maternity Pillow – What is it and What are its benefits?

Back pain is very common among pregnant women. Weight gain combined with changes in proportion to the body increases the risk of back pain, the pregnancy pillow…

Are you ready to have a baby?

Whether it’s your first child or second, bringing a new baby into the world is an important decision that can affect your whole life. It is a major step that brings with it many responsibilities. Having a baby can add lot of fun to your life but it also has its less pleasant sides. Maybe you’re already dreaming of having…