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Birth Control

How Soon Can You Get Pregnant After Giving Birth?

This can vary from woman to woman, but depending on the circumstances, it can be as soon as a matter of weeks. Read on as we take a closer look at conception after pregnancy, and how soon this can happen. We’ll also look at breastfeeding as a method of birth control, and the various options you can consider when you’re ready to start having sex again after the birth of your baby.

Feb 25, 2021

5 min read

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Reproductive Health

5 Facts About Sperm Cells

In today’s post we’re going to take a closer look at male reproductive health and in particular, the small yet mighty sperm cell. Our five facts about sperm will reveal some unexpected truths about these swift swimmers. We’ll also touch on why knowing about sperm cells is useful for both planning or preventing pregnancy in female fertility too. Read on to find out more!

Feb 18, 2021

3 min read

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Reproductive Health

The Female Pleasure Anatomy Explained

When it comes to female pleasure, we can get a bit fixated on orgasms and outdated beliefs around what causes pleasure. Contrary to what many of us have been told, pleasure for ourselves doesn’t come from having a tight vagina and squeezing our pelvic floor. Instead, it comes from the walls of the vagina swelling and engorging with fluids, which creates a suction effect and is most pleasurable for all parties involved. In this article, we’ll explain how this works, and the anatomy of female pleasure.

Feb 12, 2021

6 min read

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Birth Control

How Effective are Condoms?

One of the most commonly used and widely available options, condoms are the contraceptive method of choice for many. But how effective are condoms? What’s the failure rate of condoms? And why do they fail in the first place? In this post, we’re going to look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of using condoms, as well as some other birth control methods that are available.

Feb 4, 2021

7 min read

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Plan a Pregnancy

7 Signs of Ovulation

You can’t get pregnant every day of your cycle, so knowing your fertility is an incredibly useful tool. Although our fertile days are not obvious, there are a few signs you can look out for to help you identify your fertile window. These changes happen to our bodies in the lead up to the release of an egg cell (known as ovulation). Every woman is different and her experience of ovulation is unique to her. However, there are some specific signs of ovulation that are easier to identify than others. Read on to find out more about some common symptoms of ovulation day, and the way our bodies change throughout the menstrual cycle.

Jan 28, 2021

4 min read