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Women with urinary tract infections caused by the organism Urea urealyticum appear to have a threefold higher incidence of infertility compared with women who have not had the bacterial infection, according to a report from a meeting in Barcelona, Spain.

Few things are more frustrating and upsetting to a new mom than a baby who won’t stop crying. Usually, baby’s crying has a simple cause: he may be hungry or tired, hot or cold, or in need of a diaper change. She might want to be held, or she might be not feeling well. Remember [...]

Medications raise a red flag prior to and during pregnancy. A fetus is extremely vulnerable, especially during the first trimester, and medications that are relatively harmless for an adult may have serious consequences to a fetus. A physician or midwife can determine this risk. The majority of medications that an expectant mother may need during [...]

A growing number of women are plagued by vaginal yeast infections that resist treatment. Read about this chronic condition known as RVVC. Approximately 75% of all women have experienced vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) at least once in their lifetime. The VVC infection, commonly referred to as a “yeast infection,” is caused by an overgrowth of the [...]

Protein, iron, and calcium are found in soy… Regardless of whether a woman follows a vegetarian diet or not, protein from tofu and other soy products can provide plenty of protein. getting enough protein is a nutritional concern during pregnancy, as well as the right kind of protein. A Journal study done by the American [...]