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Pre-Pregnancy Smoking
By Sarah Lawson on 23/10/2008 01:35:12
You know that smoking during pregnancy can affect your unborn child, but what about the smoking you did before you were pregnant?
are the effects of smoking, pre-pregnancy?Smoking when trying for a babySmoking when TTC (trying to conceive) can hamper the chances of successful conception, not only for women but also for men, who will find that smoking reduces the number of healthy sperm
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Can I get pregnant while on the pill?
By Kimberley Smith on 06/11/2010 01:48:04
Yes, you can, the pill isn't 100% safe...
affect the effectiveness of the pill, so you need to be sure your doctor is aware you’re on the pill before prescribing other medicines for you and that you take other contraceptive measures when necessary. If you’re using a back-up method
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How long do you take folic acid for?
By ThinkBaby on 07/08/2009 00:37:27
Most women are aware that taking a supplement of folic acid makes sense. But when should you start and how long should you take it?
on the high street.When should I start taking folic acid?Some specialists recommend taking the supplement up to six months before you start trying for a baby, others suggest three months is a good idea. However, if you are already pregnant you can start taking
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Men: Trying for a baby
By ThinkBaby on 11/06/2007 01:35:38
Women understandably place a lot of personal importance on getting pregnant, but what about their partners?
that successful conception, healthy pregnancies and even health long-term outlooks for your children can start with good living habits before sperm meets egg.Just as a woman takes folic acid ahead of conceiving, you should consider taking regular supplements too
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Long-lasting contraception for parents
By Laura Lee Davies on 03/07/2007 01:34:33
There are some good alternatives to the pill or condoms, that allow you to control when you get pregnant, without affecting your fertility.
. This is because, unlike the pill, you are more likely to be able to conceive more swiftly after using it, if there are no other unforeseen physical reasons why conception is proving a problem. Plus, whilst it does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases
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Let's Get Pregnant!
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/12/2009 01:09:25
Whether you've just started thinking about having a baby, are already trying or have been TTC for some time, get tips and advice here
. If you usually use condoms there is no need to change your habits until you are ready to start having unprotected sex, but if you are using the pill you should think about coming off it and giving your body a chance to adjust before trying for a baby
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