pregnancy
Blogs about pregnancy and birth
9 Aug
WHY WE NEED A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON IVF STATS
At the end of June, The European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) released new stats on the success rates for assisted reproduction across Europe. And let’s just say they didn’t paint a flattering picture. Media outlets commented on …
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4 Mar
Ask our gynaecology experts your questions
Every year we run an Online Clinic on Gynaecology. And this year our clinic is sponsored by Babystart, Sylk Intimate and Promensil. We are also delighted our clinic is being supported by The Eve Appeal and Womb Cancer Support UK charities. Meet …
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8 Jun
This week in health – 08/06/2018
We’ve come to the end of another week and, as such, talkhealth will be looking through all the top news stories from the world of health. This week’s roundup includes new treatments and research, and overview of the summer months …
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1 Nov
Vitamin B3 found in Marmite linked with preventing miscarriages
You may remember a few months ago the much hyped headline which stated that Marmite may be the key to preventing miscarriages and birth defects. Newspapers around the country jumped on the story branding it the new miracle cure. Results …
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13 Sep
What Is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a condition where the cells that line the womb (uterus) are found elsewhere in the body. The lining of the womb is what is shed during your period but the cells that are found in other parts of …
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6 Mar
Quit smoking while pregnancy – No Smoking Day 8 March 2017
March 8th 2017 is national no smoking day and for the estimated 15.8 % of the UK population who regularly light up this is the day you are encouraged to kick the habit. Parents to be are one particular group who …
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21 Feb
Everything you need to know about chlamydia
What is chlamydia? Chlamydia trachomatis is a bacterial infection transmitted through sexual contact (semen or vaginal fluid). Infection can occur via vaginal, anal, and oral sex and even when a man does not ejaculate. It is treated with antibiotic, usually azithromycin …
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29 Sep
Top Tips for Losing Your Baby Weight
You have just spent the last nine months getting ready for the life-changing birth of your new bundle of joy and we know, you are probably a little bit exhausted after the whole event. The birth of your baby will …
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17 May
This Week in Health News: The First Penis Transplant in the USA, and Should Men Over 40 Avoid Having Children?
A prominent health news story over the last few days has been the reporting on the first penis transplant in the USA. The story may make many readers wince, but as the doctors who performed the operation have pointed out, …
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15 Oct
Recap of “DNA Blood tests”: An NPR story
In January 2015, National Public Radio (NPR) released a story featuring the new options non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) brings to women in the U.S. The feature, presented by Nell Greenfieldboyce, examines the impact of NIPT on the way previous genetic …
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3 Sep
What Treatment is Available for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition that causes cysts to develop on one or both ovaries. The condition can cause irregularities with egg release and unusually high levels of androgens in the body – which are so-called ‘male’ hormones. But …
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1 Jun
Sudden Infant Death syndrome – Advice for Parents
I have not shaved today. Over 30 years ago I worked for a Paediatrician who had a special interest in what was then termed cot death. I found it very distressing and emotional dealing with cases. Little was known about …
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20 May
ICP (Obstetric Cholestasis) – My Story
In 2012 I fell pregnant with my fourth son. It wasn’t planned but I couldn’t have been happier. It just felt like it was meant to be. Things were different this time though. Five months into the pregnancy I began …
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4 Mar
My journey with Flynn by Rosy
I wanted to write about our experience in the hope that I may be able to help others, to try to communicate to the world how it feels to lose a child and most importantly to keep my little boys …
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29 Nov
Can ‘Baby Blues’ Be Inherited?
We know women inherit many conditions from their mothers, some serious such as breast cancer or osteoporosis, others less life threatening such as bunions or a double chin, but we do owe a lot to our family health history. The …
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25 Jul
Pregnancy – Screening Tests: a quick guide
Prenatal screening tests are an important part of any woman’s pregnancy and can provide vital information about your baby’s health before he or she is born as well as that of your own. Screening tests are available to all pregnant …
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25 Apr
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Postpartum depression itself is nothing new but the culture of support surrounding women who suffer from this disorder is. Until recently, many women didn’t feel comfortable opening up about their struggles with postpartum depression because it was often seen as …
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25 Apr
Water all the way!
Water births are gaining in popularity, although some people still consider them to be rather unconventional! I personally believe water birthing gives the mother, baby and partner the best possible experience. Far from being an “unconventional birthing method” according to …
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