Pregnancy
If you've started planning a family later in life, you've probably heard the term "geriatric" pregnancy. This term, used to describe advanced maternal age has scared people for years. But is conceiving after 35 as risky as we're led to believe? Learn more about pregnancy after 35, its risks, benefits, and ways to have a healthy pregnancy.
Pregnancy
Most people are aware that pregnancy and especially childbirth come with extreme challenges for the female body—the body does not magically reset the minute the baby is born. Although it is a natural part of the childbirth process, the struggles of the post-partum recovery period may come as a surprise to some because it is discussed much less often. However, with proper care and preparation, new mothers will be better able to take care of themselves and their babies and will be more confident in asking for the support they need.
Pregnancy
The odds of getting pregnant in the first month after starting to try are only 20-30%. The longer you try to get pregnant, the better your chances are. Around 80% of couples get pregnant within the first year of trying. However, not everyone is so fortunate, as many factors can reduce the chances of conceiving. One intriguing factor is the 'choosy uterus' theory. In this article, you'll learn what it takes to get pregnant and why your uterus might be sabotaging you.
