Exposure to BPA May Decrease Fertility in Women

The chemical BPA may cause infertility in women, according to a new study by Brigham and Women's Hospitals (BWM). The study, published online in the journal Human Reproduction, is the first research of its kind. ... read more »

Effects of Domestic Violence Begin in the Womb

Alytia Levendosky's latest study of domestic violence indicates its negative effects begin in the womb. ... read more »

Shift Work May Affect Fertility

Shift work may increase a woman's risk for fertility and menstrualproblems, according to new research. Researchers found that women who performed shift work had a 33 percenthigher risk for menstrual issues and an 80 percent higher risk forfertility problems. ... read more »

How to Deal with Irregular Periods in 12 Steps

Irregular periods can signify an impediment to getting pregnant. Follow our 12-step program to deal with this problem: ... read more »

Hypothalamic Pituitary Failure

What is Hypothalamic Pituitary Failure? Learn about the causes here. ... read more »

Newborn Pain Increases with Smoking

Newborns may be more stressed if mother chooses to smoke during the pregnancy, researchers are reporting this month. ... read more »

How to Have a Successful Pregnancy in 12 Steps

The obstetrician or family planning expert can help the mother-to-be, plan out the most effective lifestyle changes to optimize the health of mom and baby during gestation. ... read more »

Myths About What Causes Miscarriage

Most stories about causes of miscarriages are old wives tales which say that miscarriages are the result of everything from stress and sex to excessive exercise and bad karma. ... read more »

Spotting - What are the Causes?

What are the causes of spotting? There are many possible reasons, and a check-up with your doctor will help find out why you are experiencing spotting. Here are some causes. ... read more »

Infertility - What Can I Do At Home?

Infertility is not a word anyone wants to hear, but it is a word many couples are familiar with. At first, the diagnosis can be overwhelming, but being told you are infertile does not always mean you’ll never have children. ... read more »

Women Are Meant to Have Children

There is no doubt about the mental stress caused by infertility. Women who try to conceive and hit the brick wall of infertility face stress, depression, anxiety and other mental side effects – this is something researchers already know. ... read more »

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