Signs of labor: 6 clues baby is on the way By Cari Nierenberg, Ashley P. Taylor, Ailsa Harvey, Yasmine S. Ali, MD published 23 August 22 Reference Find out how to spot the common signs of labor and discover some things you can do to promote labor
How to get pregnant: Tips and facts to increase fertility By Cari Nierenberg, Sarah Wild published 18 August 22 REFERENCE Here are some tips for how to get pregnant successfully, including information on how to conceive if you have PCOS or endometriosis.
Ectopic pregnancy: Signs, symptoms & treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 15 March 22 An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus or not within the uterine cavity. Such pregnancies are not viable and can be life-threatening.
C-Section: Procedure & recovery By Cari Nierenberg published 1 March 22 Reference A Caesarean section is a type of surgery used to deliver a baby through an incision in the mother's abdomen.
Do you really need a colon cleanse? By Cari Nierenberg, Ben Biggs published 24 February 22 reference A colon cleanse is all the rage among wellness buffs. But health experts say that they aren't helpful and can actually be dangerous.
Male fertility: 10 tips for men trying to conceive By Cari Nierenberg, Ailsa Harvey published 26 January 22 Reference There are several things a man can do to increase the chances that he will get a woman pregnant.
Sex prediction: Am I having a boy or girl? By Cari Nierenberg, Scott Dutfield published 21 January 22 Reference A sonogram, ultrasound scan and blood test can offer sex predictions
Am I pregnant? 12 early signs of pregnancy By Cari Nierenberg, Sarah Wild, Ailsa Harvey published 15 December 21 REFERENCE A woman's body goes through a number of changes in the initial stages of pregnancy. Here are 12 common early signs of pregnancy.
Having a baby: Stages of pregnancy by trimester By Cari Nierenberg published 14 June 21 Pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks and is divided into three stages, or trimesters, each with unique symptoms and changes in the mother's body and in fetal development.
Mood swings & mommy brain: The emotional challenges of pregnancy By Cari Nierenberg published 10 June 21 A woman's emotional well-being and her mental outlook play important roles in pregnancy.
Vaginal birth vs. C-Section: Pros & cons By Cari Nierenberg, Sarah Wild published 20 May 21 A woman can deliver her baby either by vaginal birth or a C-section. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of both.
Pregnancy diet & nutrition: What to eat, what not to eat By Cari Nierenberg, Sarah Wild published 24 April 21 These healthy foods and beverages should be part of a healthy diet to provide a mother-to-be with the important nutrients a baby needs for growth and development.
Legionnaires' disease: Causes, symptoms and treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 26 February 20 Reference article: Facts about Legionnaires' disease.
Hemophilia: Causes, symptoms & treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 21 February 20 One of the main risks of this rare blood disorder is internal bleeding into muscles, joints and soft tissue.
Anemia: Causes, symptoms and treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 5 February 20 Anemia is a common condition that may be caused by a shortage of iron, abnormal bleeding, infections, cancer or gastrointestinal problems.
Psilocybin: Facts about the main ingredient in psychedelic 'magic' mushrooms By Cari Nierenberg published 29 January 20 Reference Psilocybin, like other psychedelics, is illegal, but controlled doses may have therapeutic effects.
Neuroblastoma: Causes, symptoms & treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 24 January 20 Neuroblastoma is a rare form of childhood cancer that occurs when early forms of nerve cells don't develop correctly.
Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 11 December 19 Pneumonia is a common infection that causes inflammation in one or both lungs. It's typical symptoms are a cough with phlegm, fever, chills and difficulty breathing.
Malaria: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 20 November 19 Reference Article: Facts about malaria.
Meningitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 19 November 19 Reference Article: Facts about meningitis.
West Nile Virus: Causes, Symptoms and Prevention By Cari Nierenberg published 11 October 19 Most people bitten by a West Nile virus mosquito won't get sick, but in a small percentage of people, the virus invades the brain and spinal cord, which results in serious illness.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis: Causes, Symptoms and Prevention By Cari Nierenberg published 3 October 19 The Eastern equine encephalitis virus is spread by mosquitoes and, in rare cases, can lead to a life-threatening brain infection.
Cystic Fibrosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 18 September 19 People with cystic fibrosis produce a thick, sticky mucus that causes wide-ranging problems in the lungs, pancreas and digestive system.
What Is Psoriasis? By Cari Nierenberg published 20 August 19 Psoriasis causes new skin cells to grow in days rather than weeks. New skin builds up rapidly, forming thick patches and scales on the surface.
Osteoporosis: Risks, Symptoms and Treatment By Cari Nierenberg published 9 July 19 Osteoporosis is most common in postmenopausal women and may occur without much warning.