Many people believe that stimulating the nipples can help to induce labor. Nipple stimulation causes the release of a hormone that triggers uterine contractions. However, there is no scientific evidence to show that this leads to true labor. Learn about nipple stimulation and other home remedies to induce labor here. …read more
A key idea in evolutionary biology is that physical features with greater variability are ‘nonfunctional byproducts.’ But nipple size may contradict this. …read more
EMA panel recommends approval of ulipristal acetate for one-time preoperative and intermittent treatment of women with moderate-to-severe symptoms of uterine fibroids. International Approvals …read more
Shortness of breath is a common problem during pregnancy. Doctors often attribute respiratory symptoms to the growing uterus pushing upward on the lungs and making it difficult to breathe. In this article, we look at several other potential causes. We also cover treatments and home remedies. …read more
It can be difficult to know what to expect from labor contractions, especially during a person’s first pregnancy. In this article, we provide a guide to help soon-to-be-parents understand what types of contractions to expect as pregnancy progresses. We also cover how to cope with the pain and when to see a doctor. …read more
Dr Andrew Kaunitz encourages women’s health and cardiology clinicians to team up and prevent heart disease in women by addressing traditional, as well as recently recognized obstetric CVD risk factors. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
A miscarriage, or pregnancy loss, is a different experience for every woman. How long it lasts will depend on whether a woman has an early- or late-stage pregnancy loss, and the number of weeks that they have been pregnant. The emotional effects of a loss will often last longer than the physical process. …read more
It is normal to feel a heaviness or pressure on the vagina or pelvis during pregnancy. The common causes of vaginal or pelvic pressure are different in the early and late trimesters but are not usually cause for concern. In this article, we look at common causes, when to see a doctor, and how to…
A new form of carbetocin that can be stored in wide-ranging conditions is a viable alternative to oxytocin to prevent hemorrhage after childbirth, from which an estimated 70,000 women worldwide die every year. Medscape Medical News …read more
Acne often develops during pregnancy, and many commercially available treatments contain salicylic acid. Is this acid safe to use during pregnancy? Are there any skin care products to avoid? We provide answers. Also, learn why some pregnant people develop acne, and what tips can help with managing it. …read more