Are Pregnancy Tests Accurate?

Although most of the pregnancy tests make tall claims of being 9%-99% accurate it is a misleading fact. It is because the HCG level varies from woman to woman in the early stages of pregnancy and accurate result can be determined after a week of the period being due. The manufactures make tall claims because today's products are perceptive than yesterday's products.

Of all test, blood test is considered to be the most accurate, but here again if a woman has been on medication for infertility she could be misguided. Moreover the accuracy of pregnancy tests depends largely on the methodology and technique used in the lab.

Although at home pregnancy test claims 97%-99% accuracy, not following instructions given in the kit will maximize inaccuracy. If tests are tampered and done incorrectly it will obviously give inaccurate results. Excessive intake of fluid could dilute the level of hormone present in the urine, thus leading to inaccuracy too. At home pregnancy test may be accurate only after a week of missed period and not in the initial days.

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Singer Fergie Denies Pregnancy


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Singer Fergie Denies Pregnancy
VIP Breakdown, WA - 1 hour ago
Pregnancy rumors for Fergie have been coming non-stop ever since she became engaged last year. But recent pictures of her (like the one above) looking a bit
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Angelina Jolie’s Pregnancy Problem


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Angelina Jolie's Pregnancy Problem
Star Magazine, NY - 14 hours ago
Angie was happy and glowing during her first pregnancy with daughter Shiloh. But this time, the going is tough. As she enters her third trimester, sources tell Star that the 32-year-old actress is plagued by a host of complications — including edema or swelling, gestational diabetes, fatigue and relentless nausea.

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Tips On How To Get Pregnant

So you've been having trouble getting pregnant?

Getting a little frustrated? Want to have your baby naturally?

The truth is many will think that they have fertility problems and this simply isn't the case. Many times couples who are trying so desperately to become pregnant are simply missing a thing or two.

#1 Problem Timing Sex - Timing sex or "baby dancing" is probably the most crucial thing you do to get pregnant. This is in fact one of the best tips on how to get pregnant.

You see there are really only two or three days per month that you can become pregnant and these days are when you are ovulating. It's actually best to have sex the day before ovulation.

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Pregnancy Tips for the Early Days

As a midwife I was supposed to know it all, but your body and emotions change, and pregnancy is a different experience for everyone. It is a time where you can predict nothing, and the outcome is unknown.

For a first time mother there are special delights and difficulties because of the unknown, and always there is a lack of confidence even for me when I was supposed to know it all.

As a married woman and fully committed to work and home there was nothing more I wanted than a son just like my husband, I was fortunate as this is just as it was.

There are many in my situation married or in stable relationships, but others that are young and where pregnancy becomes an emotional rollercoaster.

The decision to keep or abort the foetus is outside this remit. It is not an easy decision and thankfully I didn`t have to make it. One thing I can advise is to seek professional help and counseling. Don`t make a hasty decision.

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Healthy Habits Important During Pregnancy

By Peggy Ussery

So, what should you do if you want to become pregnant or have become pregnant?

In the simplest explanation — eat right, exercise, be cautious with medicine, get plenty of sleep, take your vitamins and no smoking or drinking alcohol. The rule of thumb, said obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Trenace Dubreuil, is check with your doctor about any concerns or before doing anything you fear may put your baby at risk.
Exercise

It’s OK to exercise while pregnant. As a matter of fact, it’s recommended as long as there are no complications during pregnancy. Women should check with their doctor, especially if they did not exercise regularly before becoming pregnant.

Generally, whatever exercise you did before pregnancy, you can continue during pregnancy.

Walking is especially good. Some exercises might need modification during pregnancy. You shouldn’t lay flat on your back after the first three months of pregnancy, and avoid exercises or sports that create a risk of falling. Contact sports should be stopped.

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Tips to Ease Morning Sickness

Morning Sickness…shouldn't it be called morning, noon and night sickness? Thankfully, there are several proven methods to get rid of morning sickness altogether. Morning sickness varies in severity and different methods work for different people, so use what works for you.

#5 Eat several small meals throughout the day. Don't wait until you are starving to eat something. Make sure you plan ahead and pack an apple, some crackers and juice to have with you during the day.

#4 Diffuse Peppermint Essential Oil. Don't use too much though. All you have to do is put 2 drops of peppermint essential oil in a bowl of water. Peppermint can settle a queasy stomach fast.

#3 Be sure to take your pre-natal vitamins daily. You could also add an extra vitamin B6 to that regime. Many morning sickness sufferers find that taking vitamin B6 alleviates their nausea.

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Lisa Marie Presley Admits Pregnancy After Weight Jibes


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Lisa Marie Presley admits pregnancy after weight jibes
InTheNews.co.uk, UK - 23 minutes ago

InTheNews.co.uk, UK - 23 minutes ago
Lisa Marie Presley has said media comments about her weight forced her to reveal she is pregnant. Pictures of the 40-year-old singer and son of rock legend …

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Alessandra Ambrosio Confirms Pregnancy


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Alessandra Ambrosio Confirms Pregnancy
Hollyscoop, CA - 5 minutes ago

Hollyscoop, CA - 5 minutes ago
Supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio has finally announced her pregnancy on her official website. Her and her boyfriend Jamie are expecting their first child. …

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Myths About Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a wonderful time for every woman to feel a new life originating within. But there are some factors other than your inside bodily changes that do not let you to cherish this beautiful phase of your life. You will be advised time by time not to do this, not to do that as this might harm the health of your baby. But you remain cool, listen to all of them but do what your common sense says. And if you still have doubt then do not hesitate to ask your doctor. After all, what are doctors for!

Its not that all these old pregnancy wives tales are wrong, they might be correct but in very few cases. Not in every case, the same problems occur! Every woman on this earth is different from the other, and so is the pregnancy. Some experience acidity or nausea, while some do not.

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