Fertility Drugs: Femara

The fertility drug Femara is also known as Letrozole. Originally used in the treatment of breast cancer, the drug was found to be effective for infertility. Initial studies show Femara is more effective than the very popular Clomid. Femara and Clomid have similar results, but work differently.

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New Law Gives Maine Midwives Access to Medications

Midwives in Maine will have access to certain medications, thanks to a new law. The law allows pharmacists to give the drugs to certified professional midwives for use in home birth. The legislation will help midwives and their patients.

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Spending Time with the Adoptive Family

An expectant mother considering adoption recently asked me:“I have recently chosen a couple that will become my baby’s adoptive parents. I still have about ten weeks of my pregnancy left and would like to spend time with the adoptive family getting to know them better however my parents think I shouldn’t. What are your thoughts on this?”Once I had chosen S and A to be Charlie’s parents and we were moving forward with the adoption plan I, like you, wanted to spend a lot of time with them getting to know them better. I had a few reasons for wanting... [...] Read more!

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Marc Dann vs RU-486

It seems like Marc Dann is in the news now more than ever. It's pretty easy for me to ignore the silly fake sex scandal stuff. via Plunderbund

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The Pregnancy Blog Review for April 20-27

Each week, I attempt to cover a wide range of topics related to pregnancy, birth and the days immediately following the birth of your baby. The review is a good place to browse recent topics in the blog. I am always interested in hearing from readers with new topic ideas.

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Changes in Maternity Benefits for Federal Employees

Good news may be on the horizon for federal employees. Two weeks ago, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's Federal Workforce Subcommitee approved a bill that would offer federal employees four weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of an infant.

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Going Past the Due Date wtih a VBAC

Women with prior c sections are beginning to question the logic that "once a c section, always a c section". As a result, more women are attempting a VBAC delivery for their second pregnancy. In some cases, doctors may be hesitant to let the pregnancy continue past the due date.

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Pregnancy when Your Partner is Far From Home

Whether your partner is in the military, travels often for business or for a number of other reasons is far from home, you may spend part of your pregnancy alone. These situations are difficult both for the expecting mom and daddy too.

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When Contractions Start and Stop

The last days of pregnancy are often spent thinking about labor and wondering when it will begin. The wait is never easy, but becomes incredibly frustrating when you have contractions that start and stop. This happened to me in two of my four pregnancies.

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Watson Pharma files FDA application for generic version of Bayer's Yasmin

Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. Monday said it filed an abbreviated new drug application with the Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market a generic version of Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals's ... via Quamnet

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Leaving the Hospital

If you are pregnant and making an adoption plan, one thing that you may need to prepare for is how you plan to leave the hospital. You want to give these things some thought now as you may be pretty emotional when you are discharged from the hospital, especially if your baby is going directly home with his/her adoptive parents. Also, you’re baby doesn’t have to leave the hospital immediately with the adoptive parents if you need more time to think through your decision or you want to try parenting, then you can of course take your baby home with you. If your baby will be leaving... [...] Read more!

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Attachment

I was recently reading the blog of a friend and fellow birthmom. In one of her posts, she talks about attachment and whether or not birthmoms attach to their babies. In a nut shell, she said that she tried not to attach, but she did, because it was almost impossible for her not to.I tried not to attach myself to Supergirl. Boy, did I. I tried to tell myself that I was not pregnant. You couldn’t tell me that I was. I fought about it. I denied it.I tried not to attach but then I was hooked up to... [...] Read more!

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Can What You Eat Determine the Gender of the Baby?

A recent news story in The Daily Mail has gotten a lot of attention in recent days. According to a story published in that paper, what a woman eats in the time before conception can influence the gender of the baby. According to the study, women who eat more food are more likely to have a boy.

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Gallbladder problems in pregnancy

Gallbladder pain is common in pregnancy. Since women are more prone to gallbladder problems than men, it stands to reason the condition may occur during pregnancy. In addition, the increased hormone levels of pregnancy put women at greater risk of developing gallstones.

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Oklahoma Legislature Overrides Governor's Veto of Anti-Abortion Bill

The Oklahoma Legislature overrode the governor's veto of an omnibus anti-abortion bill on Thursday. via Ms. Magazine

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Study Finds Diet During Pregnancy Determines Sex of Baby

We had to go to Londong (via India) for this one:London, April 23: It seems there's some truth in old wives' tales on baby gender, for a new study has revealed that to-be-mom's diet during pregnancy can actually influence her child's sex. A team of researchers from Oxford University and Exeter University has found that women can influence the sex of their child by what they eat around the time of conception, the Biological Sciences journal reported.Full Article

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When the Group B Strep Test is Positive

In late pregnancy, your health care provider will likely perform a test for group B strep. The test is a simple swab that is generally done in the last month of pregnancy. The swab is testing for the presence of group B strep in the vagina.If you get a positive test result, you are not alone.

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How to Increase Your Chances of Having Twins

I love having twins! Mine are five now. They are identical twin girls. They are a lot of fun, but it's not always been so much fun. via About.com

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The Pregnancy Blog Review April 9-20

In the Pregnancy Blog, I try to cover a variety of topics related to all aspects of pregnancy, conception, birth and the post partum period. The review is a great place to see all the recent blogs in one place.

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Baby Naming Tips

By far the biggest decision you will make for your baby will be choosing his or her name. This is the one gift you will give your baby that will last throughout his entire life. You may not know where to start, so here are a few tips. Take your time when choosing your baby's name.

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Fergie Poses in Bikini - Not Looking Pregnant

Fergie not pregnant?Black Eyed Peas star Fergie has finally put an end to speculation she is pregnant with her first child by posing on a beach in a bikini.Full Article: SF Chronicle

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Interview with a Safe Haven Birthmom

I recently had the opportunity to interview a birthmom who relinquished her child through her state’s safe haven laws. Before I dive into the heart of the post, let me tell you a little bit about safe haven laws in case you are unfamiliar with them. Safe haven allows allow a mother to safely leave her newborn child at a designated safe haven such as a fire department or hospital anonymously without being charged for abandonment. The child is then placed for adoption through the state. Safe haven laws are now in effect in each of the United States.I have always thought women who used safe haven laws to relinquish their children were mysterious. They typically remain anonymous and we never... [...] Read more!

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Avoiding Premature Labor

Women who are carrying multiples. Women who work overnight shifts. Women having their first baby. via About.com

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The Importance of Diet Before Pregnancy

You probably already know that good nutrition is vital to your growing baby. The foods you eat nourish your baby and provide nutrients needed for organ and tissue growth.

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Getting Enough Rest with Multiple Children

The importance of rest during pregnancy is well documented. Any woman who has ever been pregnant will tell you that getting enough rest is one of the best things you can do for you and your baby.

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Teen Parents and Prom Night

It’s prom night at some of the local high schools in my town. My nephew and his girlfriend will be attending. She has the perfect dress. He has a corsage for her. They’ll go to dinner with friends before the prom and the bowling after party to end the night. They’ll come home, tired but happy. But before they crawl into bed, they’ll check in on their sleeping son. I’ve written about my nephew and his girlfriend before. They are teen parents. When they found out that L was unexpectedly pregnant, L was sixteen and T was seventeen. At first, they were not sure what they were going... [...] Read more!

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Quitting: Consumer watch - Johnson & Johnson and the FDA

"FDA of the 20th century is not adequate to regulate the food and drugs of the 21st century."

What's worse than breast tenderness and nausea in the female effort to prevent pregnancy? Heart attack, stroke or death. via Seacoast Online

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Take your Time

The decision of whether or not you should make an adoption plan for your unborn baby is not one that should be rushed into. It is a decision that takes a lot of thought, contemplation, and soul searching.I think often times expectant mothers may feel rushed into making a decision. The impending due date is like an alarm clock sounding off and you may feel like you have to have a decision made, a family chosen, and everything ready before that due date comes. You know, I totally get that. I felt the same exact way during my pregnancy. I’m a planner by nature, so I needed... [...] Read more!

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Omega-3 Fats Help Depressive Symptoms of Pregnancy

Maybe Mom loves salmon. Omega-3 fats have been said to have the potential to enhance health in a number of areas, including mental health. via The Epoch Times

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When Should the Umbilical Cord Be Cut?

One procedure more parents are considering as part of the birth plan is when to cut the umbilical cord. Should the cord be cut just after the birth? Should you wait until it stops pulsating to cut it? There are two completely different opinions on when to cut the umbilical cord.

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Maternity Clothes with Attitude

When my mom and those of her generation talk about maternity clothes, they often talk about horrible awful articles of clothing that resembled tents with ribbons. via About.com

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What to do while Making your Decision

In my last post,I wrote about taking your time making the decision of whether you will parent your child or place your child for adoption. So, while you are taking your time making this decision, what should you be doing?First of all, take care of yourself. Sometimes when you are stressed, taking care of yourself becomes lower on the “things to do” list. Try to make taking care of yourself a priority. Go to scheduled... [...] Read more!

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ASK THE VET'S PETS: Pregnant woman can safely live with cats

Pregnant woman can safely live with catsBy Dr. Lee PickettDear Christopher Cat: I am pregnant, and my obstetrician recom-mends that I give away my cat. Hes concerned shell transmit toxo-plasma, and that it will harm my unborn child.

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[This one was too good to not share. The things we need to think about when pregnant!]

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Labrador Retrievers: Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy

Pregnant dogs need special care to ensure that they are ready to give birth to a healthy litter... There are various reasons why dog owners purposely breed their Labrador Retrievers. via Buzzle.com

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Rare heart condition in pregnant women is difficult to detect

"I would tell anybody that if you're feeling not 100% take it seriously. And let your doctor know. And if it increases, if the discomfort increases, then chances are it does need to be addressed."

St. Petersburg, Florida - 34-year-old Katie Pemble was pregnant and extremely healthy. via Tampabays10.com

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Envious of Family Support

Have you ever heard the phrase “green with envy?” I’m feeling a little envious of someone at the moment. Her situation is so similar to mine. She’s parenting a child with special needs (not as involved as my son though) and she is pregnant. Her first child’s father passed away and her unborn baby’s father does not want to be involved so she has no father involvement just as I did. Originally she was considering making an adoption plan. She thought it would be the most responsible thing to do in this situation because her parents are already helping with her first child... [...] Read more!

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Asking your Family for Support

In my last post, I talked about being envious of a friend who is experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and although she thought she would make an adoption plan, her family has agreed to help her. I suggested that if you are pregnant, you should consider talking to your parents about whether or not they would be supportive of your decision to parent, but you may be wondering how you go about this. I know if I were reading that post in the position I was in over six years ago,... [...] Read more!

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Do You Wear Your Seatbelt?

Seatbelt safety campaigns have been effective at increasing the number of people buckling up. Studies show that seatbelts save lives. As a result, most states now have laws regarding seatbelts for adults and car seats for babies and young children.

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Aspirin and Infertility

In some cases, women are advised to take aspirin when they are trying to conceive. You may have heard of someone taking aspirin or maybe you have been advised to begin taking aspirin and are wondering if it an effective treatment.

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General

Boards for General Am I pregnant? Recent discussion: Jennifer for all 3 kids we used an infant seat. via Baby Center

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Finding your best birth control

Do you hate the feel and scent of condoms? Does the birth control pill screw up your periods and make you gain weight? Feel like there is no other solution to your birth control problems? Though most of us only ... via The Muse

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Planned Parenthood Increases Revenue, Abortions

"Planned Parenthood is not necessarily reflective of what's going on in the larger abortion provider community"

Planned Parenthood Federation of America made unprecedented revenues and increased the number of abortions over a one-year period by the largest percentage since 1996, according to its just-released annual ... via Crosswalk

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Prenatal Health

What do you think? Poll: Do you ever make up errands to get some alone time? Boards for Prenatal Health Am I pregnant? Recent discussion: I did notice before I had the pain and the brown blood that I had a lot, ... via Baby Center

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The Pregnancy Blog Review for March 25 - 31

Welcome to the pregnancy blog review. Each week a variety of topics related to conception, pregnancy, birth and the post partum period are covered in the blog. The review is a good place to catch up on all the week's blogs in one place.

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