Assisted Reproductive Technology, or ART, is a blanket term for a number of medical procedures used to address issues concerning reproductive functions of the human body. Not everyone can have children naturally. With ART, science steps in to provide these people with a choice they would not have had otherwise.
What are the differences between hormonal and non-hormonal intrauterine devices? What benefits and side effects does each birth control option present? And what about the costs? In this article, you’ll learn more about the different types of IUDs to help you decide which option is better for you.
Your first menstrual period is a significant milestone during puberty. Your first period after giving birth might feel almost the same. Will it be more painful and longer? When can you expect it to start? And how long are you protected against pregnancy after giving birth? In this article, we try to answer all these questions for you.