.Abdominal pain can also be a symptom of a urinary tract infection, which your GP will be able to diagnose and treat. It could also be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy, where the fertilised egg develops in the Fallopian tube - especially if it's associated
www.netdoctor.co.uk. Alternatively, for details of your nearest Family Planning Association clinic call 0845 310 1334 or visitwww.fpa.org.uk. Here's our guide to what's what in contraception: CONTRACEPTIVE TYPE IT HELPS TO KNOW Short-term options
, visit www.netdoctor.co.uk or contact The Association of Post Natal Illness on 020 7386 0868
or speak to your midwife if you suspect you or a close friend may be suffering. Read more about PND on our sister site www.netdoctor.co.uk Click HERE for more information about PND on babyexpert. Support groups include the Association for Postnatal Illness.
. But there are things you can do to get yourself in optimum health including taking a folic acid supplement before conception and up to week 12 of your pregnancy, gently exercising and a healthy, balanced diet.Help and supportThe Miscarriage Association: 01924 200799
.However, the rise comes as a shock after new guidelines for IVF clinics stated only one embryo should be planted into women where possible.The rules came into play after the high costs associated with multiple births, which are usually more complicated than single
function.“We were interested in whether a common source of early stress in children’s lives – conflict between parents – is associated with how infants’ brains function,” said lead study author Alice Graham.“Even during sleep, infants showed distinct
Jensen, who led the study at the Unviersity of Southern Denmark, said: “Men with a high level of sleep disturbance had a 29% lower adjusted sperm concentration.“This appears to be the first study to find associations between sleep disturbances and semen
in order to make an accurate diagnosis. It is important to treat both infections in pregnancy, especially BV, which is associated with a threefold increase in the risk of premature labour. Non-infective irritations are usually caused by toiletries
,' says Sue. So it's worth visiting your chosen unit early and deciding if you are happy with it.' You can also raise it with the Maternity Services Liaison committee through your local NCT group or the Association for Improvements in the Maternity
