Pregnancy

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Pregnancy and your period – how does it work?

Periods are Mother Nature’s way of saying our bodies are ready for having babies. But what happens to them once you are pregnant? We’ll give you the basics to understand the relationship between your period and pregnancy.
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What is a fertility treatment?

Getting pregnant is not always simple. Some of us might have trouble conceiving with our partner. Good news is there’s many fertility treatments out there! Understanding more about these options can help you to feel more at ease and hopefully welcome a new life into the world soon too.
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Postpartum contraception: what can I use?

Now that you’ve had a baby, you may want to take a pause before adding more members to the family (if any at all!). After all the changes your body’s been through, you might be wondering what your options are when it comes to using contraception. Let’s take a look at the different types you can use and when you can start taking them.
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What happens after having a miscarriage?

Miscarriage can be a hard topic to talk about, but sometimes talking is the best way to come to terms with it and begin healing from the whole experience. Let’s take a deeper dive into what happens to your body after a miscarriage, as well as ways to cope with your own feelings.
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How does your body change during pregnancy?

Pregnancy brings about lots of physical and emotional changes; some you may embrace joyfully while others may make you slightly (or even very) uncomfortable. However you feel about your pregnancy changes, let’s take a look at some of the most common ones so you know what to expect.
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How is fertility affected by PCOS?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a very common condition that affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age.[1] But will it affect your ability to get pregnant? To prevent you from panicking unnecessarily, we’ve gathered all the information you need to know.
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What are implantation cramps and spotting?

Sometimes our periods are much shorter and lighter for no apparent reason! However, it could also be a sign of early pregnancy. So let’s find out how you can identify implantation bleeding from regular spotting.
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All you need to know about discharge after giving birth

Discharge doesn’t stop after you’ve been discharged from hospital
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How is fertility affected by endometriosis?

For the many women affected by endometriosis, who also want to become mothers, thoughts around fertility can be concerning. To help put some of your worries at ease, let’s just look at how it could affect your fertility, along with some options on how to talk about the issue
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Postpartum period: Your first period after pregnancy

Guess who’s back, back again? Your period’s back, tell a friend!
Woman with postpartum depression lying on her bed in underwear and cami

What is postpartum depression?

More parents are dealing with postpartum mental health issues than you think.
Woman gives birth, cradling newborn baby after water birth

Giving Birth – What Can You Really Expect?

So you’re going to give birth. Becoming a parent is a truly special experience, full of excitement and happiness. But it can also be stressful and frightening – especially if you’re the one who’s carrying the baby, and even more so in these times.
Wombstories couple in hospital going through miscarriage

Why Opening Up About Miscarriage Matters & How To Deal With It

What is a miscarriage and how common are they?
Woman with knickers embroidered with female reproductive system shows of post birth stretch marks.

How does your vagina change after giving birth?

Your body may feel and look different after giving birth to a baby…

How many days after a late period can you take a pregnancy test?

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