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Types of Adoptions and How to Choose the Right One For You
Care Net has been serving Milwaukee area women since 1985 and through this blog, we hope to continue sharing with the greater community peace, hope, and information related to pregnancy.
10 Easy Hobbies Anyone Can Start (Even While Pregnant)
Maintaining a sense of self is very important when you are transitioning into motherhood, and one of the ways you can still take some time
PMS Survival Guide: Natural Remedies and Menstrual Product Options
Today we’re tackling a totally natural (but sometimes unwelcome…) part of our menstrual cycle: PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome). Our hope for this post is to offer
Understanding and Navigating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Feeling like something’s off with your period can be frustrating, and knowing where to start for answers isn’t always clear. Whether your period is irregular, months apart, or seems longer than your friends’, finding the cause may be puzzling. While it’s not very common, you might have PCOS, or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. This condition affects your reproductive system and other body systems, and it can be tricky to spot initially. It’s estimated that almost 1 in 10 women face challenges with PCOS, and many may not even realize they have it.
Cultivating a Positive Attitude Toward Your Period
We all know dealing with periods can be a pain every month. But what if we looked at them differently? What if we saw them as a reminder of how awesome our bodies are? I’m talking about embracing our menstrual cycles and finding the good in each period.
Healthy Friendships: Tips for Cultivating Good Relationships
We are sure you already know that friends are critical to have in your life. They can improve your mental and physical health and they are just so fun to have! But sometimes it’s not as easy to make friends as it was when you were in elementary school when everyone played with everyone else. The goal of this article is to equip you with the tools you need to cultivate long, beneficial, and healthy friendships.
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
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.
What is a Pregnancy Center?
Maybe you’ve found yourself in an unexpected situation where you now have important questions or concerns about pregnancy, contraception, or other related topics, but you’re
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).
