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Preconception Index

Ovulation, Menstruation and Fertilisation
More on the female periodic cycle

Think before getting Pregnant
There's more to it than a few passionate moments

Did you know...

Any major weight loss in the woman, generally as a result of crash dieting can cause periods (and ovulation) to either become erratic or stop completely. So if you are trying to have a baby, avoid drastic dietary changes.

Planning your Conception
Predict ovulation and determine the best time to conceive

Problems in getting Pregnant
Find out why you are having trouble getting pregnant

High Risk Pregnancies
Are you a candidate for a high risk pregnancy

Miscarriages, Abortions and Congenital Diseases
Learn more about these pregnancy complications.

Common Concerns before getting Pregnant
Find out which concerns are baseless, and which real

Planning your Conception

OVULATION AND FERTILIZATION
     What is the best time to conceive
     When does ovulation take place in a cycle
     Which are the fertile days for conception
     Which are the safe days to NOT conceive
     Does ovulation take place every cycle
     How often should a couple have sex

PREDICTING OVULATION
     How do I know when I am ovulating
     How do ovulation predictor kits work
     What is the BBBT method
     What is the mucus method
     How can ultrasound help

PLANNING FOR TWINS
Fraternal twins and identical twins
Can one plan for having twins

The Joys of Childbirth
When you think of childbirth, all you can think of is screaming mothers. You are afraid you may not be able to handle the physical pain of childbirth. But if you trust your body's ability to give birth, you will be able to bear labour pains more easily, and even speed labour. Learn about the joys of childbirth and how you can make this a rewarding experience.

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Male Infertility	Children's Movies
Artificial Insemination	Fertility Drugs
Home Pregnancy Tests	Sex during Pregnancy
Vitamin Supplements	Test-tube Babies
Working Mothers	Foetal Movements
Epidural	Suction Abortion
Epsiotomy	Party Games

Thumb-sucking
Your baby has just started sucking her thumb, and seems to be really enjoying it! You are worried that she may acquire a bad habit of thumb-sucking, and ruin her beautiful smile in the process. Find out whether thumb-sucking is bad and how you can prevent it.

Migraines
Do you often get headaches so severe that they cannot be cured by any medicines? Do you also experience blurred vision, dizziness or nausea? Does vomiting sometimes help relieve your symptoms. Find out more on migraines and what you can do about them.

Premature Babies
Your pregnancy may be classified as high risk, either because you have high blood sugar, high blood pressure, or some other serious medical problem. You are scared you may have a premature baby. Learn more about premature babies and the special care they need

Cesarean Deliveries
You've been told your delivery is likely to be a cesarean. You are a little worried, because after all it is a surgery. You have many questions: What are the risks of a cesarean - to you and to the baby? How long will it take to recover? Will your subsequent deliveries also be cesarean? Learn more about the implications of a cesarean delivery.

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