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Umbilical Hernia during Pregnancy

Umbilical Hernia during Pregnancy

During pregnancy,  you can usually expect your belly button to flatten out and protrude somewhat more than usual. But sometimes this protruding navel is actually an “umbilical hernia,” a condition... 

Pregnancy Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

Pregnancy Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

Aches and pains, weird skin conditions, fatigue and mood swings are all part of a normal pregnancy. But sometimes you  may experience something that could be a potentially serious warning sign.  Most... 

Endometriosis and Fertility

Endometriosis and Fertility

Endometriosis is one of the most common health problems for women, often associated with pain and infertility, yet is often misdiagnosed.  It gets its name from the word endometrium, the tissue that... 

Treating Ear Infections: Forgo the Antibiotics

Treating Ear Infections: Forgo the Antibiotics

Contrary to what we’ve been told up to now, antibiotics may not be the best medicine for your child’s ear infection!  A recent study in the British Medical Journal has shown that treating... 

10 Ways to Relieve Labor Pains

10 Ways to Relieve Labor Pains

Well, really in my opinion there is only one way, and it works like magic. It’s called an epidural. Ok, just kidding (but not really)!!  However, if you are looking for drug-free ways to relieve... 

To Circumcise or Not to Circumcise

To Circumcise or Not to Circumcise

If you have a little boy on the way, you have probably thought about whether to have the foreskin on your son’s penis removed, or leave it intact. With both “pros” and “cons” to consider, some... 

New Mothers: Common Breastfeeding Problems

New Mothers: Common Breastfeeding Problems

For something that’s supposed to “come naturally,” there is a lot of discomfort and confusion surrounding the whole process of breastfeeding. New mothers are surprised at the pain and... 

All you need to know about Hernias and Pregnancy

All you need to know about Hernias and Pregnancy

Pregnancy is full of surprises. Although the bulge of your growing baby is cause for joy, there’s another type of protrusion that may be unexpected, and is definitely unwelcome… a hernia. The... 

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