Although the controversy surrounding emergency contraception (EC) has largely been put to rest by medical experts (such as the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institutes of Health, and the American College...
It can be said that "numbers speak louder than words..." Here are some of the facts and stats related to teenage/adolescent pregnancy.
The Big Picture
Teenage pregnancy refers to refers to pregnancy in girls under age 19. The...
While rates of teenage pregnancy declined for a number of years with the increased use of condoms, recent evidence points to rising rates of unplanned adolescent pregnancies once again.
Role of Parents in Preventing Pregnancy
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Fortunately, rates of teenage pregnancy have dramatically declined due to the increase in condom use and sex education. However, since no form of contraception is foolproof, the only way to 100% prevent pregnancy is...
Also known as teen pregnancy or teenage pregnancy, adolescent pregnancy refers to pregnancy in girls aged 13-19. Although teen pregnancy rates have declined due to increased condom use, adolescent pregnancy remains a serious concern...
Back pain tends to be one of the pregnancy symptoms that the majority of pregnant women suffer from. This occurs primarily due to the hormone called Relaxin, which your body produces when you are pregnant. This...
Now, You Don't Have To Wait...
You're a few days late for your period. You've been planning a pregnancy, hoping this month would be the month. You run to the pharmacy after work and find yourself faced...
Even if you're early in your pregnancy, you are probably thinking about your delivery. There are many questions that you may have, particularly if this is your first delivery. It's a good idea to know...