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About Pre-Pregnancy
About Pre-Pregnancy
If you are sexually active
Becoming a mother might be the last thing on your mind right now. But you should set some goals about having (or not having) children — especially… Read more
Birth Control Methods
Birth control (contraception) is any method, medicine, or device used to prevent pregnancy. Women can choose from many different types of birth… Read more
Pre-conception Health
The genes your baby is born with can affect your baby's health in these ways:
• Single gene disorders are caused by a problem in a… Read more
Your partner can do a lot to support and encourage you in every aspect of preparing for pregnancy. Here are some ways:
• Make a… Read more
Preconception care can improve your chances of getting pregnant, having a healthy pregnancy, and having a healthy baby. If you are sexually active… Read more
Trying to conceive
Another option for couples who have a lot of love to share with a child is foster care. Unlike adoption, foster care is a temporary service that… Read more
If you've been having problems getting pregnant, you know how frustrating it can feel. Not being able to get pregnant can be one of the most… Read more
Knowing if you are pregnant
Blood tests are done in a doctor's office. They can pick up hCG earlier in a pregnancy than urine tests can. Blood tests can tell if you are… Read more
HPTs are inexpensive, private, and easy to use. Most drugstores sell HPTs over the counter. The cost depends on the brand and how many tests come… Read more
A missed period is often the first clue that a woman might be pregnant. Sometimes, a woman might suspect she is pregnant even sooner. Symptoms… Read more
Unplanned pregnancy
Unplanned pregnancy is common among abused women. Research has found that some abusers force their partners to have sex without birth control and/… Read more
If you have an unplanned pregnancy, you might not know what to do next. You might worry that the father won't welcome the news. You might not be… Read more