Introduction Pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants itself into the wall of a woman’s uterus and begins to develop. It is caused by the combination of sperm, which is released during a man’s ejaculation, successfully meeting with an egg …
Introduction HCG stands for human chorionic gonadotropin, which is a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. An HCG pregnancy test is a urine or blood test used to detect the presence of this hormone in order to confirm if …
Introduction An at-home ultrasound for pregnancy is a non-invasive, painless procedure that uses sound waves to produce real-time images of a developing fetus. This procedure can be safely and easily performed at home by an expecting mother or grandparent who …
Introduction Itching palms in pregnancy is a common symptom experienced by many pregnant women. The cause of the itching sensation may not necessarily be the same for each woman, however the symptom is often attributed to hormonal changes during pregnancy. …
Introduction The first days of pregnancy can be filled with many emotions, physical changes, and mental considerations. For some expecting mothers, the transition from pre-pregnancy life to becoming a parent is one that requires much thought and preparation. Generally speaking, …
