3 min readUltrasound Examination at 13 and 20 Weeks of Pregnancy (Basics)In this guide, we explain what the 13 and 20 week ultrasound scans are for.
2 min readPreimplantation Genetic Testing (Basics)In this guide, we explain what PGT is and how it's used.
8 min readHELLP SyndromeHELLP syndrome is a very dangerous pregnancy complication for both the carrying parent and the baby.
Oct 24, 20225 min readBirth Control (Contraception)The Contraceptive Patch: a Sticker with BenefitsThe contraceptive patch is a sort of sticker applied directly to the skin. Your body then absorbs the hormone released from the patch.
Oct 19, 20228 min readBirth Control (Contraception)Oral ContraceptivesThere are oral contraceptive pills with both estrogen and a progestin (“the pill” ) and pills with progestin only ("the mini-pill").
Oct 17, 20225 min readBirth Control (Contraception)Birth Control InjectionsMost injections for contraception work by injecting a form of progestin, which is a man-made version of the natural hormone progesterone.
Oct 10, 20224 min readBirth Control (Contraception)Implant: A Very Effective Method of Birth Control An implant is a small rod made of plastic. This rod is inserted under the skin (typically in the upper arm), where it releases hormone.
Oct 10, 20225 min readBirth Control (Contraception)Copper Intrauterine Device (Copper IUD)The copper IUD is a small plastic device combined with copper. This prevents sperm cells from moving around, so they can't fertilize an egg.
