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What is a c-section?
C-section or Caesarean delivery is a surgical procedure where an incision or cut is made in the abdomen and the uterus to get the baby...
What is episiotomy?
Episiotomy is a cut or incision made between the vagina and the anus (this area is called the perineum) to help deliver the baby in case...
What is colostrum?
Colostrum is the first form of milk produced by the mammary glands after childbirth. It is rich in antibodies and nutrients, providing...
What is breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding, or nursing, is feeding a baby with milk directly from the breasts. It provides essential nutrients and antibodies...
What is a womb?
The womb, or uterus, is the organ where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus during pregnancy. Further Readings: Cleveland...
What is ovulation?
Ovulation is the phase in the menstrual cycle when an egg is released from the ovary. It typically occurs around the 14th day of a 28-day...
What is miscarriage?
Miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week. Most miscarriages occur within the first trimester. Further Readings:...
What is sterility?
Sterility is the inability to conceive or produce offspring, different from infertility, which refers to difficulty conceiving. Sterility...
What is impotence?
Impotence, or erectile dysfunction, is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection suitable for sexual activity. It is treatable...
What is implantation?
Implantation is the process where the fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining. This step is crucial for establishing a pregnancy....
When can conception occur?
Conception typically occurs around the time of ovulation, when the egg is released from the ovary. The egg can be fertilized within 12-24...
What is conception?
Conception occurs when sperm travels through the vagina and fertilizes an egg in the fallopian tube. This marks the beginning of...
When should I get a pap smear?
The general guidelines for getting a Pap smear, also known as a Pap test, are as follows: Age 21-29: Women should start getting Pap...
What is a pap smear
A pap smear, or pap test, is a procedure to check for cervical cancer. A small brush is used to collect cells from the cervix for...
What is TTC?
TTC stands for Trying to Conceive. It refers to the efforts of individuals or couples to become pregnant. This term is inclusive of all...
What is infertility?
Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after a year of trying. There are various underlying causes, and it is essential to...
What is pregnancy?
Pregnancy occurs when an egg is fertilized by sperm and implants in the uterine wall. The fertilized egg then grows and develops into a...
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