Getting Pregnant
What are HCG Levels?
HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) is often called the pregnancy hormone because it is made by cells formed in the placenta, which nourishes the egg after
HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) is often called the pregnancy hormone because it is made by cells formed in the placenta, which nourishes the egg after
Fetal Development The development of a baby is a beautifully intricate process. From the moment the egg and sperm meet, your baby is growing. This
Follicle Stimulating Hormone, commonly known as FSH, is an important hormone in the reproductive processes in both men and women. An insufficient amount in either
The amniotic fluid is part of the baby’s life support system. It protects your baby and aids in the development of muscles, limbs, lungs and digestive system.
Despite the previous concern regarding mercury levels in fish, the FDA now recommends that women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or plan on becoming pregnant consume
When trying to get pregnant and maintain an healthy pregnancy, there are key things to know about your reproductive system and your partners’. But it
The quad screen test is a maternal blood screening test that looks for four specific substances: AFP, hCG, Estriol, and Inhibin-A. AFP: alpha-fetoprotein is a
When You Need to Know Now!
There are two types of pregnancy tests; one uses a urine sample, the other a sample of blood. Both pregnancy tests detect the presence of
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilized egg attaches itself in a place other than inside the uterus. Most cases occur in the fallopian tube and
