Thursday, November 21, 2024 - 11:25
During pregnancy, a woman’s blood volume increases by 20-30%. As blood volume increases, so does the production of red blood cells and this results in an increased demand for iron.
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Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 13:25
Feeling alone. It is a scary feeling. You feel like you have no one to talk to and no one you can count on. The dictionary definition is: feeling sperate, apart, or isolated from others. This is how many feel when experiencing an unexpected pregnancy.
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Wednesday, August 21, 2024 - 15:19
Have you ever realized you missed a period and had a moment of panic? We’ve all been there! Women sometimes miss their periods. It does happen from time to time. Our minds automatically go to the ‘I’m pregnant’ scenario, but that’s not always the case.
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Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - 11:47
In Canada, about 8% of adults have moderate to severe symptoms of PTSD and about 5% report having a diagnosis of PTSD
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Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 15:38
Finding out you are pregnant while in school can feel like you’ve been thrown a curveball. You feel like you have everything lined up to be successful in life, but then you get thrown something you are not sure you can handle.
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Monday, April 29, 2024 - 13:57
to teach you a little about what syphilis is, how it’s spread, what the symptoms are, how to get tested & treated, and how to prevent getting it.
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Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 18:11
Facing an unexpected pregnancy can be a whirlwind of emotions and uncertainties. It’s a journey that often leads to a range of feelings – from surprise and fear to joy and anticipation. In these moments, practicing self-compassion becomes an invaluable
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Thursday, February 1, 2024 - 12:41
Many of us grew up without solid, strong, loving connections to others. However, our desire for connection with other humans goes deeper than just a physical sexual connection.
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Monday, January 8, 2024 - 13:45
If you are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy and may be considering an abortion, ruling out an STI or STD beforehand can protect you from serious complications.
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Monday, December 4, 2023 - 14:17
Brining a new life into the world is a profound journey, and it’s essential to navigate it with a sense of mindfulness.
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023 - 11:21
You may experience feelings that are completely opposite and conflicting from what your partner feels, which can make the decision-making process more difficult. You are not alone.
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Wednesday, September 6, 2023 - 15:10
As seasons change and the responsibilities and duties of the coming school year approach, it can be overwhelming to think of what lies ahead. Many people struggle with anxiety surrounding the re-immersion into the school year.
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Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 11:56
Life is full of uncertainties, and unexpected events can often catch us off guard. Whether it's a sudden medical expense, a car breakdown, an unexpected job loss, or maybe even an unexpected pregnancy
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Monday, July 3, 2023 - 15:34
Such a situation, where someone tries to influence a pregnancy decision, is referred to as coercion. Coercion can take many different forms and can be challenging to detect.
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Monday, June 12, 2023 - 12:15
Every day presents us with a million little choices; choices that we may put little thought into, like what to eat for breakfast, or choices that we labour over, like what post-secondary school programs we should apply to. No matter the scenario, making d
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