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Increased risk of blood clots with IVF

Since 1978, in vitro fertilisation (IVF) has been instrumental in helping infertile couples to conceive.  With 10% of couples worldwide affected by infertility, IVF has led to around five million births and many happy endings, but is there a negative impact of the treatment?  Recent research suggests that a possible side effect may be that…

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Miscarriage

Some experts estimate that as many as one in four pregnancies ends in miscarriage. In legal terms in the UK, a miscarriage is defined as a pregnancy which ends in the loss of a baby before 24 weeks. After 24 weeks, if the baby is born and doesn’t survive, it’s known as a stillbirth and not…

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Travel during pregnancy – at your destination

Now I’m here You may find that you are getting tired more easily so what better time to relax, chill and enjoy some pampering than on your holiday. To make life easier, remember some simple points: You will get hungrier than before so have frequent small meals. You may need the toilet more often than usual so…

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