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Am I pregnant?

Early Pregnancy:

Am I pregnant?

Some women say they knew they were pregnant before a test was ever taken. But for those who are unsure, there are simple signs to be on the look out for.
Ovulation Calculator

Guide To : Trying for a baby:

Ovulation Calculator

Use gurgle's ovulation calendar to help you determine which time of the month you will be most fertile. It's a simple and easy way to improve your chances of conceiving.
Am I in labor?

Guide To : Labour and Birth:

Am I in labor?

There are many different symptoms to look out for in determing whether or not you are in labour. You may experience engagement, a nesting instinct, or Braxton Hicks Contractions to name a few.
Girl or boy?

Guide To : Pregnancy:

Girl or boy?

One of the most rewarding parts of getting an ultrasound done at 18 to 20 weeks is finding out the sex of the baby.
How long does it take to get pregnant?

Fertility:

How long does it take to get pregnant?

The amount of time it takes to conceive will vary for each woman. Through health, lifestyle and age can play a role, getting pregnant is not always an easy feat.
Pregnancy twinges: what's normal?

Early Pregnancy:

Pregnancy twinges: what's normal?

Once you become pregnant, you may begin to experience twinges. Though these twinges can be disconcerning, there is a good change they are nothing to worry about.
Avoiding miscarriage.

Early Pregnancy:

Avoiding miscarriage.

There are many ways to improve your chances of having a healthy and safe pregnancy. Eating a well-balanced diet and eliminating your vices, such as drinking and smoking, can help you maintain a health . . .
Am I pregnant?

Guide To : Trying for a baby:

Am I pregnant?

Some women say they knew they were pregnant before a test was ever taken. But for those who are unsure, there are simple signs to be on the look out for.
Morning Sickness

Guide To : Pregnancy:

Morning Sickness

Approximately half of all pregnant women will experience some type of sickness during their pregnancy and this probably occurs thanks to the high levels of the pregnancy hormone, HCG, in your system.
Signs that labor is close

Guide To : Labour and Birth:

Signs that labor is close

There are many symptoms to look for in recognising the signs that labour is near. You can look for the show, Braxton Hicks contractions and the nesting instinct to inform you that your little one may . . .