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Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses including: Preventing pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care … Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health …

Emergency contraception EC

… (EC)? Emergency contraception (EC) helps prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or a failed contraceptive. A … It may be less effective for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills worked or … sex, or your partner ejaculated on your genitals (e.g., during withdrawal method) The condom broke, slipped off or …

Safe sleeping for babies

… Sleep For My Baby . What can I do to keep my baby safe during sleep? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back … is any smoking in the home, if smoking occurred during the pregnancy or if the adults in the bed are less alert due to … use The use of certain drugs or substances during and after pregnancy can increase the risk of sleep related infant …

Prenatal ultrasound

… may request that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal ultrasound scans provide important … used to assess certain conditions that might arise in your pregnancy The endovaginal scan provides a better view of the …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… skills, social skills such as cooperation and sharing, emotional skills such as identifying and dealing with … idea that can guide your interactions with your child, during playtime or at other times of the day. Pay attention … different things, such as a soft stuffed toy or different body parts, such as their hands and feet. Babies like to …

Chlamydia

… is passed from one person to another by contact with body fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, vaginal and anal sex. Sometimes a … if the baby is not treated. If you have chlamydia during pregnancy, the baby may develop pneumonia. Chlamydia …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… Most people can get sick with influenza several times during their lives. An influenza vaccine is the best … condition that can result in weakness and paralysis of the body’s muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In … given by injection is considered safe at any stage of pregnancy. People in the second half of pregnancy are at …

Cervicitis

… What are the symptoms? Symptoms of cervicitis can include: Changes in the amount and/or color of fluid from the vagina … treated. It takes time for the infection to clear from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Gonorrhea

… is passed from one person to another by contact with body fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, vaginal and anal sex. Sometimes a … may include difficulty getting pregnant, ectopic or tubal pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… sides) Fever (greater than 38℃ /100.4℉) Pain deep inside during vaginal sex Abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting … (infertility) Increased chance of an ectopic or tubal pregnancy - where a fertilized egg attaches to the fallopian … treated. It takes time for the infection to clear from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, …