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Tubular Pregnancy - Ectopic Pregnancy

March 17th 2010 15:33
An ectopic pregnancy is basically a complication in which the egg implants somewhere other than the uterus. In most cases, an ectopic pregnancy is not going to be viable, but there are cases where women have come to full term and delivered a healthy child with a tubular pregnancy; it's just rare.

Most ectopic pregnancies will occur in the falopian tubes, which is why it's also commonly referred to as a tubular pregnancy, but the egg can plant itself in the cervix, ovaries, and the abdomen.


Signs of a tubular pregnancy may include:
* Pain
* Vaginal spotting or bleeding
* Dizziness or fainting
* Low blood pressure
* Lower back pain

You can have a positive pregnancy test with an ectopic pregnancy, but if your hCG levels are lower than normal, you may have a tubular pregnancy.

There's nothing that you can do to prevent an ectopic pregnancy, but you'll find that the following factors will increase your risk of a tubular pregnancy. Just remember that women without the following risk factors can still have tubular pregnancies.

* Having your tubes tied
* Having endometriosis, fibroid tumors, or pelvic scar tissue can narrow the tubs and disrupt egg transportation
* Having pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
* Having an infection in the pelvis (typically caused by an STD like chlamydia or gonorrhea), as this can cause damage and can obstruct the Fallopian tubes, preventing the egg to reach the uterus

* Having had previous tubular pregnancies, the recurrence rate is 15% after the first and 30% after the second.
* Having had another condition that have left the fallopian tubs scared, such as previous surgery (tubal sterilization or reconstructive procedure), infection, congenital abnormality, or tumors
* Using an intrauterine device (about 50% of pregnancies will be ectopic)
* Smoking or being around tobacco smoke around the time of conception

Just because you have one tubular pregnancy, it doesn't necessarily mean that you're not going to conceive in the uterus, but consider that about 30% of women who have had an ectopic pregnancy will have complications conceiving again.


In most cases of tubular pregnancies, your doctor will either give you an injection to dissolve the fertilized egg (if noticed early) or remove the fertilized egg from the body laparoscopically (if further along in the pregnancy).


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I'm Having Trouble Getting Pregnant

March 13th 2010 13:53
Some women can get pregnant at the drop of a dime - whether they want to or not, but other women may have trouble getting pregnant. I know a couple who tried for six months to get pregnant before they finally succeeded, but then I know a girl who got pregnant her first try (granted the guy didn't know she was trying till she got pregnant and started blackmailing him).

If you're one of those women who is just having a hard time getting pregnant, here are a few reasons why you may be having trouble.

1. Advanced age - women over 35 have older eggs, whereas a 20 year old has fresh, young eggs. Because women are said to be born with the eggs that they'll have throughout their life, the older you get, the harder it can be to conceive. It's definitely not impossible to conceive when you're over 35, but it can sometimes become a little harder.

2. Bad timing - When trying to get pregnant, it's best to plan your intercourse around your ovulation times. Yes, this just may take all the attraction out of it, but you won't get pregnant if you're not ovulating. The sperm will stay alive for a few days while in the body, so you have a lee-way time, but it's best to monitor your ovulation by your basal temperature and/or a ovulation predictor kit (good examples seen below)

3. Smoking - If you or your partner is a smoker, this can hinder your ability to get pregnant, as about 60% of women who smoke are more likely to be infertile than women who do not smoke; the smoke inhalation can damage your eggs as well as your partners sperm as there are over 2000 chemical in tobacco smoke.

4. Drug or alcohol use - Although for most women, it's pretty simple that you shouldn't do drugs or drink while pregnant, but these are things that you shouldn't do while trying to get pregnant either. There are some illegal drugs, such as marijuana, that actually suppresses your hormones, which can caused decreased sperm count and irregular periods. Alcohol is thought to affect fertility, so if you really want to get pregnant, you'll cut them both out.

5. Caffeine - It's thought that caffeine can reduce your fertility, and during pregnancy it can increase the risk of miscarriage. Some believe that caffeine is ok in small quantities as long as the intake is moderated, whereas others believe caffeine should cut out of the diet altogether. When trying to conceive, it may be best to cut out tea, coffee, chocolate, and most sodas, which will better your fertility odds.

6. Bad diet - You are what you eat, and if you have a bad diet and poor nutrition, it will be harder for your to conceive, as your body may not be functioning with balanced hormones. Eat a lot of green, leafy vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and a variety of fresh fruits. You may want to pump your partner up with Brazil nuts, as their good for sperm health.

7. Lack of exercise - If you exercise and get up and moving, you can improve your fertility and chance of getting pregnant. Whether you just walk the mall a few times or actually go to the gym, it's recommended that you exercise at least 3 times a day for at least 20-30 minutes.

8. Weight problems - If you're body mass index is greater than 24, you're considered overweight and prone to health problems. You'll want to try to manage your weight, as if you're body is healthier, your odds of getting pregnant will be a little better. Start eating healthy and exercising.

9. Stress - If you have a lot of stress in your life, you're fertility will be decreased. You want to try to relax and practice breathing exercises. Take time to yourself so that you can reduce your stress level. You want to do your best to try to keep your stress down throughout the entire process - before you conceive and after. The more stress you have on your body, the harder it will be to conceive and the harder it will be to have a healthy pregnancy.

10. Infertility - If you've tried every position- putting your feet over your head included- and you've been trying to conceive for a while, it may be a good idea to contact your doctor to see if you or your partner has a fertility issue. If you have a fertility issue, don't blame yourself; if your partner has a fertility issue, don't blame him. Fertility problems are not your fault, in most cases. It's just something you have to work around if you really want children. There may be options that you can consider.

The best that you can do when trying to conceive is to have intercourse every other day. This way your partner's little swimmers will be ready to go. If you have intercourse daily or multiple times a day, the sperm will be weak, but with a day to rest, they will be strong and they will live longer in your body. Plus, there will be more of them to swim around trying to find your egg to fertilize.

Basal Thermometer


Fertility Monitor
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Am I Pregnant? - Early Signs of Pregnancy

March 9th 2010 14:38
Each pregnancy is different, so whether this is your first child or you're working on your own baseball team, the signs of pregnancy will vary. Not every woman is built the same and not every pregnancy will go the same. You may experience some of the following signs, but then again, you may not. You may experience some of the following signs of early pregnancy at a severe rate, but then again, you may barely experience them.

Every woman is different and every pregnancy is different. There isn't a clear-cut cookie cutter answer for the first signs of pregnancy, not throughout any point during the pregnancy.

Early Signs of Pregnancy

* Tender or swollen breasts and/ or nipples- The breasts are undergoing changes due to changes in hormones, while preparing for breastfeeding. They can hurt the most during a first pregnancy.

* Unusual tiredness- During early pregnancy, a woman's body works the hardest; in a way, it's like running a marathon. You will experience increased hormone production, the heart will beat harder and faster trying to bring nutrients to the fetus, and there is an increased progesterone production. Emotional changes and extremes caused by the hormone changes, is another cause to the increased fatigue.

*Late period- This is usually the first sign of pregnancy for most women, but a late period is not always caused by pregnancy, consult your doctor.

* Light bleeding and/or cramping- Light bleeding during early pregnancy is not uncommon because the egg is planting itself in the lining. This is most common about 10 to 14 days after conception. If bleeding continues, consult your doctor. The cramps will be similar to period cramps, your uterus is expanding to make room for the fetus. You may experience the cramping for several weeks, if not a little longer. If the cramping is excessive and overly painful, consult your doctor for potential complications.

* Morning sickness- You may or may not experience vomiting with your nausea. Generally morning sickness occurs after the first 2 weeks of conception. The nausea can occur at any time of the day, most associated with the rise in estrogen in the body produced by the fetus and placenta. Triggers typically include smells, such as food, perfume, and smoke. Common foods that trigger nausea include coffee, meat, dairy foods, and spicy foods.

* Increased urination - During the first trimester, you'll find a new home in the bathroom. The growing fetus will cause frequent urination. Later in the pregnancy, you may experience the most intense frequent urination.

Other signs of pregnancy may include:

* Headaches- Generally caused by increased hormone levels in the body. They can range from mild to very intense.

* Mood swings- Atypical mood swings are common during a pregnancy. You may burst into tears for no reason. The mood swings are caused by hormonal changes and fluctuations in the body.

* Feeling weak, faint, or dizzy- As the circulatory system changes and tries to pump more nutrients to the fetus, the blood vessels will dilate, causing the weakness and dizziness. Plus, low blood sugar is common in early pregnancy, which can also trigger these body responses.

* Increased basal body temperature- Your BBT is the temperature that you have when your rise in the morning. This typically increases during ovulation and decreases during menstruation, but when pregnant, your basil body temperature will remain a little high because your menstruation is late.

* Constipation- When pregnant, your food will digest slower than usual, because of the increased progesterone production, which can sometimes cause constipation.
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Halloween Wedding Cakes

March 3rd 2010 14:41


For those of us who find Halloween their favorite holiday, and just want to celebrate Halloween on a wedding day, then by all means, go for it. If you're going to do it, though, go all out. You want to make sure that you buy up all the Halloween decorations that you can in advance. If you're already engaged when one Halloween day goes but, I'd recommend buying all the decorations the day after when they're on sale. That way you can have everything ready.

But, if you really want to have a Halloween theme wedding, have the wedding set on Halloween, the day before, or the day after. It's really up to you. You could have it in March if you wanted. Just go all out with it. The holiday is known for lavish decorations, so don't skimp on your wedding.

When it comes to choosing the cake, there are a lot of options ranging from ghosts, graveyards, skeletons, witches, zombies, and even popular Halloween themed movie characters.

Halloween wedding cakes are spooky, and even though the idea of a Halloween themed wedding seems new and different to some people, it's actually a theme that's pretty popular and has been used for a long time.

Tim Burton cakes are pretty popular. The cake toppers are fun and exciting. Plus, you can do just about anything with the cake. Time Burton Halloween movies are cute and fun, which is exactly what you can do with the cake. There are a few examples of 'Nightmare Before Christmas' cakes below.

Halloween is a popular themed wedding idea, so when it comes to designing the cake, you may not know where to start. Below, you'll find pictures of Halloween wedding cakes, which will hopefully give you a place to start thinking.

There are a lot of ideas that you can come up with and a lot of Halloween themes, characters, and decorations that you can make into cake toppers. This is a fun way to get married. It's different when compared to the traditional white wedding, but not everyone wants a traditional white wedding.

I say if you're going to do something different, go all out, but you can't skimp on the cake. Find a good cake designer and have something special made. Just make sure that it's within the budget. You'll find that your Halloween cake will be something your friends and family will talk about for years. You'll definitely create fun memories that people will remember, when compared to a boring wedding you may have otherwise had.











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Theme Wedding Ideas

February 26th 2010 19:25

Some people really like to create a theme, and sometimes it's easier to design and decorate a wedding ceremony and reception with a theme, but sometimes people go a little overboard. A simple romantic theme may not be big enough with just hearts, roses, and shades or red decorating the wedding. Instead, the couple may create a full on Valentine feel with huge hearts and cupids decorating the wedding.

But, even that theme is pretty simple. Sometimes, people go crazy and BIG with their wedding theme.

Below, you'll find several ideas for wedding themes. Take them as you will, run with them, avoid them. Be creative and have fun. This is your wedding.

* 30s Wedding
* 60s Wedding
* African Wedding
* Angel Wedding
* Cartoon-Based Wedding
* Caveman Wedding
* Chinese Wedding
* Christmas Wedding
* Country Wedding
* Disco Wedding
* Disney Wedding
* Fairytale Wedding
* Halloween Wedding
* Hippies Wedding
* Indian Wedding
* Irish Wedding
* Italian Wedding
* Las Vegas Wedding
* Mardi Gras Wedding
* Medieval Wedding
* Mexican Wedding
* Nautical Wedding
* Redneck Wedding
* Tahitian Wedding
* Victorian Wedding
* Western Wedding











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Who Pays for What in a Wedding

February 21st 2010 17:27
Remember way back in history, when the male suitor had to offer the lady's family something (typically livestock or money). Well, if you look at the below list, you'll see how much the bride's family is supposed to pay.

The bride gets away pretty good. The groom actually has a good bit of expenses, but the bride's family really takes the bulk of the hit


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Tips for Decorating Your Wedding

February 17th 2010 17:25
When planning a wedding, you want everything to be perfect, or at least as perfect as it can be, so you want to make sure your decorations are gorgeous.

You don't have to spend a lot on your decorations, as it's all in how you plan them out. Keep thing simple, and they'll look elegant. Use candles and flowers, glass beads, and other odds-in-ends and things will look like you spend a fortune, when you really just ran to the dollar store and had your florist make a few small flower arrangements


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Avoid Ugly Bridemaids Dresses

February 13th 2010 17:24
Great costume dress.
We've all seen the hideous bridesmaid dresses in movies and at actual real-life weddings. Some of them are absolutely to die for... I just don't understand it. The bride is supposed to like they're bridesmaids. Why dress them up in weird colors and embarrassing dresses? I certainly don't get it.

Some people say that the bride chooses awful bridesmaid dresses because she doesn't want her friends to outshine her on her day, but she doesn't realize that the uglier the dresses are, the more attention the guests pay to the bridesmaid than the bride


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Choosing Bridesmaid Dresses

February 9th 2010 17:22
When planning your wedding, your dress is pretty important, but you have to consider the dresses of your bridesmaids. You don't want to be the bride that makes her friends wear hideous dresses, and you don't want to be the bride who just doesn't care.

Be nice about this. Please don't make your bridesmaids where neon pink dresses that have bright purple bows tied behind their back. It's not flattering the them, and it's not flattering to you or your wedding if you do that


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Picking out a Wedding Dress

February 5th 2010 17:20
One of the biggest choices that you will probably have when planning your wedding is probably going to be the dress. You want to find something that is going to accentuate your body while making all the girls at the ceremony jealous.

There are many dresses to choose from and many designers making different styles. You don't always have to go with the most expensive one. You will find that there are really nice dresses available for $500, you just have to find the right store that's having the sell. Just remember that you want to price different stores before you make your final decision. Check out wedding expos and larger dress stores, sometimes you'll find better deals than at the smaller boutiques


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