With so many issues to think about during pregnancy - the health of the fetus and the mother, for example - the topic of sex may be easily overlooked.However, findings from a recent Canadian study suggest that instead of ignoring the issue, the majority of new parents wish they had discussed sexual expectations and concerns with their doctor.Dr Elias Bartellas, assistant … [Read more...] about Doctors ‘should discuss’ sex during pregnancy
Archives for June 2008
Men can receive another chance at fatherhood
The decision to have a vasectomy is rarely taken lightly, yet many men realize later in life that they would like another chance at fatherhood. Dr Edward Karpman, head of the California Vasectomy and Reversal Center, reassures these men who would like to have children that the success rate for reversing the procedure is encouragingly high."Well over 95 percent of … [Read more...] about Men can receive another chance at fatherhood
Survey of new dads reveals hidden thoughts on fatherhood
New research has been carried out into the true thoughts of modern fathers, revealing some surprising results.Coleif Infant Drops spoke to dads in the United Kingdom and found that 26 percent of them would prefer a boy to a girl, while only 17 percent would have a baby themselves if they were able to.Meanwhile, dads in their 30s had the most positive associations with … [Read more...] about Survey of new dads reveals hidden thoughts on fatherhood
Doctors urge parents to quit smoking
The old adage of "do as I say, not as I do" is difficult to enforce for many parents, particularly when children get older and begin to question authority.As World No Tobacco Day (May 31st) approaches, Dr Howard Marsh of GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare is urging moms and dads to give up smoking to set a good example for their children.He cites statistics from a … [Read more...] about Doctors urge parents to quit smoking
Co-sleeping: Right or wrong?
Co-sleeping, also known as 'the family bed', can be a contentious issue. Some say it is a great way to help parents bond with their baby, to make breastfeeding easier and to comfort infants, while others say the practice is dangerous and increases the risk of infant death syndrome.Officials in Nassau County, New York, have decided which side of the fence they fall on - county … [Read more...] about Co-sleeping: Right or wrong?