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How I told my toddler about my miscarriage and memorialized the loss together

If you told your child about your pregnancy, they knew you had babies in your tummy or you’re visibly sad, you may consider telling them about your pregnancy loss. 

Updated Jan. 17, 2023
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Yep, you can get pregnant during perimenopause

It may be different than TTC in your 20s, but pregnancy during perimenopause is still possible.

Updated Oct. 16, 2024
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How to avoid IVF injection bruising, according to an acupuncturist

Chrissy Teigen’s IVF journey brings to light a little-discussed phenomenon: Dealing with all those shots.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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Peta Murgatroyd reveals embryo transfer was unsuccessful in heartbreaking Instagram post

“One of the happiest days of my life, and then 10 days later one of the saddest moments I’ll never forget.”

Updated Aug. 29, 2022
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Miscarriage risk may be highest in late summer, data shows

A new study highlights the link between miscarriage risk and extreme heat. But more research is needed to understand the correlation.

Updated Aug. 29, 2022
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5 ways to optimize your health before pregnancy, according to an OBGYN

A step-by-step guide to setting yourself up for fertility success.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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Ovulation tests can improve your chances of conceiving, study shows

The tests pinpoint your fertility window better than other fertility awareness methods, but more research is needed.

Updated May. 01, 2023
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Both women and men can benefit from acupuncture when trying to conceive

Experts share how acupuncture can help cue your body for fertility.

Updated Nov. 07, 2022
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Ectopic pregnancy: Signs to watch out for before your first prenatal appointment

This potentially life-threatening condition can happen to anyone.

Updated Apr. 25, 2025
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Sharon Stone reveals she experienced nine miscarriages: ‘It is no small thing’

“Female health and wellness left to the care of the male ideology has become lax at best, ignorant in fact, and violently oppressive in effort.”

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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Overturning Roe v. Wade is about so much more than abortion

I am weeping for all the women who have lost access to the care I received all those years ago.

Updated Jan. 03, 2023
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‘Selling Sunset’ star Maya Vander shares she had a miscarriage 6 months after son’s stillbirth

"Trying to get back to reality, life and maintain normalcy is not easy after a loss."

Updated Jun. 27, 2022
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Here’s why we need an expanded definition of infertility

Fertility care often leaves out LGBTQ+ people and single women. An expert shares how to make it more inclusive.

Updated May. 31, 2023
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Mary from Selling Sunset shares heartbreaking update on her fertility journey

"This was definitely not the news we were hoping to get and while it is super disappointing, we are just keeping our heads up."

Updated Jul. 14, 2022
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If news of pregnancy loss stirs up miscarriage grief, you aren’t alone

When celebrities share their stories of miscarriage, it is helpful on societal level, but painful on a personal level.

Updated May. 25, 2022
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What overturning Roe v. Wade could mean for women who experience miscarriage and pregnancy loss

Roe v. Wade is about more than just abortion. It is about reproductive rights. It is about health care for women.

Updated Jun. 24, 2022
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