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How can I prevent Zika virus?
The best way to prevent Zika is to protect yourself from mosquitos and practice safer sex by using condoms consistently for all kinds of sexual contact. Zika is also another great reason to use birth control carefully and consistently if you’re not trying to get pregnant. original post
What should I do if I have a miscarriage?
First of all, miscarriages are very common and it’s important not to blame yourself if it happens to you. There are three ways to deal with a miscarriage : you can “watch and wait,” giving your body time to pass the pregnancy on its own; you can take pills to help pass the pregnancy; or […]
Bariatric surgery, birth control, and pregnancy
In the last 20 years, obesity has been on the rise in the U.S. , including among 18-44-year-old women (with 27% affected as of 2014 ). Despite the stigma associated with obesity, there’s growing evidence that it’s not something people choose —most obese people have tried many, many strategies to lose weight. There is one […]
The Mommy Club: To join, or not to join?
I am a planner and I always have been. When I travel, I plan my entire trip down to the hour, if not the minute. I know which mode of transportation is best and I build in “free time.” I know where I am going and how I’m going to get there. That applies not […]
Having a miscarriage: 3 things you should know
No matter who you are or how you feel about being pregnant, it can be scary to hear a health care provider say, “You’re having a miscarriage.” Miscarriage is an old word used to describe the loss of a pregnancy. It can sound almost like you did something wrong (“mis”), but actually miscarriages are very […]
How to deal with an unplanned pregnancy
So you’re pregnant… and you aren’t sure how to feel about that. Maybe you took a pregnancy test a few minutes ago and are still digesting the news, or maybe you’ve had your suspicions for a while because of your late period, tender breasts, and feelings of nausea. Whatever you’re feeling and thinking right now, […]
How long can sperm live in the reproductive tract?
Sperm can live in the reproductive tract for up to 5 days after ejaculation. Pregnancy can happen if you ovulate in that time period, the sperm fertilize the egg, and the egg implants in the uterus. original post
What you should know about the Zika virus
Editor’s Note: The CDC is constantly updating their information, so visit their website for the latest on Zika. (BTW, they’ve also got guidance for health care providers .) — Doctors have known about the Zika virus for nearly 70 years—so why is it only making headlines now? Zika virus is in the news because it’s […]
Can I get pregnant with my clothes on?
No. Dry humping cannot lead to pregnancy. Since sperm cannot swim through clothing, getting pregnant while clothed (and that, of course, means while wearing clothing that prevents penetration—a mini-skirt pulled up around your waist doesn’t count!) would be very unlikely. Sperm exposed to air lose their ability to swim and can only live a few […]
Can I get pregnant if I jump up and down after having sex?
Yes, you can get pregnant any time you have sex regardless of your post-coital activities. Sperm are really good swimmers , hiders, and egg finders and jumping wont dissuade them from their goal. original post
