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Pregnant woman resting and recovering from morning sickness at her home in Milwaukee.

Everything You Need To Know About Morning Sickness and How To Manage It

Morning sickness happens to the majority of women during their first trimester of pregnancy. It is characterized by nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. While “morning” is in the name, it can hit at any point in the day. It is not uncommon to experience symptoms for a prolonged period of time beyond the early hours of […]

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Young woman practicing self-care by reading a book in Milwaukee.

Battling the Winter Blues

There are so many fun things to do in the Milwaukee winters that aren’t available to you in the summer. Skiing, taking a walk during the first snowfall, curling up by the fire. There can be a sort of magic to winter. However, after some time, being cooped up inside can start to feel like a drag. During January or February, it is common for people to start to experience feeling a little off, and many say they stop feeling like themselves. If you’re experiencing pregnancy on top of that, these winter “blahs” on top of your pregnancy mood swings might feel like a lot some days. If you are in a similar boat, you’re not alone.

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Woman in Milwaukee excited to learn Natural Family Planning at Care Net Milwaukee and schedule her fertility cycles

Natural Family Planning: A Natural Birth Control Method 

There are many contraception options or “family planning” methods that couples use. The most common birth control methods that we hear about are birth control pills, condoms, and IUDs, however, there is another lesser-known method that is completely natural and has similar efficacy rates as other methods. This method is called natural family planning (or NFP). 

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