What kind of protection during sex is the most effective? No need to argue, everything has been decided for a long time.
Deodorants often come with a list of chemicals on the label, which can make us wonder about health effects. However, we cannot live without deodorant — especially in hot weather. Let’s look at whether it can be harmful to use deodorant.
Pregnancy can be a challenging time, and traveling can benefit the mother and child if done properly. What are some considerations to think about when planning a trip for a soon-to-be mother?
COVID-19 is a dangerous disease due to its unpredictability. Its influence on the course of pregnancy and the health of the child has not yet been studied well enough. And yet—some data is already there, and it looks optimistic.
One of the most exciting moments of pregnancy is the sensation of your baby's first movements. These tiny movements reassure you that the baby is growing and help you more realistically experience the new life within you.
Pregnancy is full of surprises, and not all of them are pleasant. Varicose veins are one of them. How do you keep your veins healthy while you are expecting a baby?
Pregnancy itself is a special condition, as it changes everything in a woman's body. When it comes to multiple pregnancies, there are twice as many surprises (or even three or more times more). What should you be aware of if you are expecting several babies at once?
Mothers who cannot breastfeed their babies often become frightened about the supposed negative effects of bottle feeding. Which of the claims about bottle feeding are true?
Sometimes a surgical delivery is the only possible way for a woman to safely give birth. And sometimes fear of pain makes a woman ask her doctor for a c-section. Does it make a difference for a baby how it is coming into the world?
Los resultados de un ultrasonido, como los de cualquier otra prueba, pueden resultar incorrectos si la preparación ha sido inadecuada. ¿Qué se puede y qué no se puede hacer antes del procedimiento?
Uno de los mitos más populares es que las mujeres deben evitar cualquier actividad física durante el embarazo. Hacer ejercicio es muy beneficioso para las mujeres embarazadas. Sin embargo, hay situaciones en las que el médico puede decir lo contrario. Consulte nuestro artículo para conocer más detalles.
Muchas parejas temen la intimidad durante el embarazo, creyendo que el sexo puede dañar al bebé. Algunas incluso renuncian a las caricias, creyendo que la propia excitación es peligrosa. ¿Esto es cierto?
There is no doubt that breastfeeding is ideal for a newborn baby. But how does it affect the mother's body?
Para que una mujer embarazada satisfaga plenamente sus necesidades de vitaminas y otros nutrientes, tendría que comer las 24 horas del día. Ya que esto es imposible, los médicos recomiendan tomar un suplemento dietético. ¿Cuáles son los más importantes?
The first mandatory analysis that a woman takes when she gets pregnant is to determine the level of hCG. What is this hormone? What are its parameters, and what levels should cause concern?
¿Tiene relaciones sexuales con regularidad, desde hace más de un año, sin usar anticonceptivos pero todavía no ha logrado quedar embarazada? Ha llegado el momento de ser activa no solo en la cama y pedir una cita con un médico.
En 1952, Virginia Apgar, cirujana y anestesióloga, desarrolló una escala de evaluación del recién nacido que aún hoy se utiliza en todo el mundo. ¿Por qué es necesaria y qué papel desempeñan estos indicadores en la vida de un bebé?
El ultrasonido es un procedimiento por el que todos hemos pasado al menos una vez en la vida. Sin embargo, algunos todavía le tienen miedo y creen que es perjudicial para nuestra salud. ¿Tiene algún sentido?
Many women enjoy drinking coffee each morning. Should they stop when they learn they are pregnant?
Does breastfeeding always necessitate a strict diet, or is it all just the worries of overcautious pediatricians? Let's find out what a breastfeeding mom should eat to help her baby grow healthy.
It is true that you should consult a doctor before taking any medication. This is especially true for pregnant women because some medications can cause irreparable harm to the baby. Let's find out which ones are ok to take and which ones are not.
About 15 % of the world's population are Rh-negative, and the remaining 85 % are Rh-positive. The characteristic of Rh-negative has led to much speculation and research. What do we know about it?
Until recently, a woman who gave birth after the age of 26 or so was considered old. However, today many women decide to have children in their 30s, or even after the age of 40. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a late pregnancy after age 40?
Diabetes was once considered almost a contraindication to pregnancy. Today, doctors believe that a woman with diabetes can bear and give birth to a healthy child. But to do so, she will have to adhere to certain tactics.
Expectant mothers have many questions about their pregnancy before giving birth. Let’s look at some of the most common questions.