1. You just want to know why your period is late — to be clear with yourself and take a moment to think things through, in peace. You don’t need anyone else involved, at least not right now. That’s why you buy a pregnancy test, go home to your bathroom or bedroom, and decide what to do next based on the result. 2. You want to know why you’re late, but you don’t want to go through it alone. So you and your best friend buy a test together, then wait side by side, fingers crossed. What comes next might
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You’re Not Chaos – You’re Rhythm: Cycle Syncing and Tuning into Your Body
Think about those days of the month when you feel like Taylor Swift on tour – energized, radiant, and ready to conquer the world. And then… the other days. When you wake up like the heartbroken lead in a sappy tragicomedy. The only mood? Sad music, chocolate, and a blanket pulled up to your ears. Take a breath. You’re not moody. You’re just… a woman. Welcome to the world of cycle syncing – your new best friend if you want to live, work, train, and flirt in harmony with your body. – You’re Not “Crazy” – You’re Just in a Cycle
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5 important steps in preparing for pregnancy
The decision to get pregnant is like… no close enough comparison can be thought of, so let’s assume there is no analogue! You have to feel the moment and trust it completely. Want to throw yourself headlong into the adventure called “How to become a supermom”? Here’s our easy and effective guide to preparing for pregnancy – grab a cup of coffee (wine is fine too, but let’s mentally prepare ourselves to part with the spirits) and get comfortable! Understanding the state of health The first step is like going to the gym after the holidays – not the most
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How to deal with lower back pain during pregnancy?
If you knew it was going to throw you off balance like that, you’d wonder who needed to inflict it on themselves in the first place. Just struggling to get up, no… Peeling yourself off the couch to grab another piece of chocolate (because the baby wants to eat it again) and it hits you like a thunderbolt from behind… Unparalleled! Repeat to yourself ten times in your mind and three times out loud that this is part of the happiest and most emotional adventure you have ever had. If that doesn’t help, we absolutely will. Find out all about
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I have pregnancy symptoms but the test is negative – why?
Do you feel like you’ve been more dramatic than usual lately? Do you feel like you’re in an episode of an extreme reality show – morning sickness, craving weird combinations like chocolate pickles, and tearing up at every laundry detergent commercial? You grab a pregnancy test before you decide you’re completely insane and BAM! It’s negative. How is that possible when you have every symptom available to the contrary? What could be the reasons for a false negative result? First, let’s understand the mechanics of these little plastic gadgets. Pregnancy tests detect the hormone hCG in urine. However, it can
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Getting pregnant after ovulation: is it possible?
It’s time to embark on a relatively short but educational journey into the mysterious world of ovulation. Are you ready for this fun and rewarding walk through the female anatomy? Let’s get started. What are the chances of getting pregnant after ovulation? Let’s be honest – they’re not very big. An egg is like a Hollywood star – it lives a glamorous life for a short time, in its case about 12 to 24 hours, and if it doesn’t meet its “Mr. Sperm,” it walks off the red carpet. If you want your egg to find its prince, you should
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Miscarriage: what do we need to know?
The process of becoming pregnant can be one of the most exciting stages in a family’s life, but it simultaneously brings with it a number of questions and uncertainties. Coloured pregnancy is one of the conditions that it is key for women to be informed about. It is a phenomenon that often causes confusion and embarrassment for many women, as it strongly resembles menstruation even though the woman is pregnant. In this article, we will look at the main symptoms, the differences between menstruation and a colored pregnancy, the causes of bleeding during early pregnancy and what to do if
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Pregnancy after 40: What are the risks?
Ah, that magical age – the 40s! A time of awareness, confidence and… let’s face it – 40 is the new 20, right? At this point in your life, you’ve already been through enough to know how to handle almost anything, including that cherished dream – the miracle called pregnancy. Fertility after 40 can be a bit more challenging than at 25 or 30. But, as some say – good things are worth waiting for, right? What are the chances of getting pregnant after 40? The chances of getting pregnant naturally decrease with age. Around the age of 35 we
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Infertility in women: what are the causes?
Let’s talk openly about infertility in women. Yes, that’s right. A topic we rarely mention at cocktail parties. We prefer to avoid it, but it’s here and it’s time to face it. Factors affecting female reproductive health Medical conditions associated with infertility It’s time to discuss some more serious medical conditions that can lead to infertility. Polycystic ovaries (PCOS) are those intruders that brazenly disrupt the egg party. Imagine your ovulation is a rock concert, and PCOS are those annoying fans who constantly throw things on stage and ruin everything. They lead to irregular ovulations and fertility problems. Endometriosis is
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The pregnancy test is positive! What to do next?
Calm your breathing. Inhale, exhale, again… And so about ten times. You’re probably in the bathroom right now, and at this point your stomach is flipping like a washing machine into spin mode, and your thoughts are… roaring like Usain Bolt at the 100m final. It’s normal. All that you are feeling at the moment is in order, and we are coming to your aid to clarify what to do next. What does a positive pregnancy test look like? Let us clarify what has happened up to this point. Well, without the details of how it got to this point,
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