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US baby formula shortage: What to know
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The shortage has grown steadily worse in recent weeks.
Roe v. Wade FAQ: What if abortion rights law gets overturned?
By Rachael Rettner, Nicoletta Lanese published
Here are answers to questions about what could happen if the landmark ruling is overturned.
Roe v. Wade: Facts about the landmark case
By Nicoletta Lanese published
In June 2022, the Supreme Court overturned the 1973 ruling.
Ectopic pregnancy: Signs, symptoms & treatment
By Cari Nierenberg published
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus or not within the uterine cavity. Such pregnancies are not viable and can be life-threatening.
C-Section: Procedure & recovery
By Cari Nierenberg published
Reference A Caesarean section is a type of surgery used to deliver a baby through an incision in the mother's abdomen.
Three weeks pregnant: What to expect
By Elaine J. Hom, Ben Biggs published
Reference In the third week of pregnancy, there won't be any major outward changes in a woman's body, but some pregnancy symptoms may have started.
Body after birth: 18 post-pregnancy changes to look out for
By Laura Geggel, Ailsa Harvey published
Reference Pregnancy transforms the body, and some of these changes remain after birth.
Male fertility: 10 tips for men trying to conceive
By Cari Nierenberg, Ailsa Harvey published
Reference There are several things a man can do to increase the chances that he will get a woman pregnant.
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