Pregnancy/Childbirth
Pregnancy/Childbirth
Can’t Get Pregnant? Check Your Thyroid
Even borderline hypothyroidism, too little of the thyroid hormone, can cause infertility. The hormones involved in ovulation, fertilization, implantation, and healthy fetal development are similar to musical instruments in an orchestra, says Dr. Roy…
Pregnancy/Childbirth
Am I Too Old to Get Pregnant?
As we age, our chances of pregnancy lessen. “With normal reproductive function, around age 25, you can expect a 25 percent chance of pregnancy with each cycle for the first…
Pregnancy/Childbirth
I Have Diabetes. If I Get Pregnant, Will my Baby be Safe?
Women who develop diabetes and then become pregnant raise their children’s risk of congenital heart disease (CHD). What is CHD? CHD is a problem with the heart’s structure which is…