What Are the Signs You Can’t Get Pregnant? When you decide you’d like to have a baby, it can take some time to conceive. But knowing how long is too long can be difficult. Some women have a medical condition that may make getting pregnant more difficult, have a partner that may have a fertility issue, or be older than age 35, which can affect the likelihood they will get … [Read more...] about Signs You Can’t Get Pregnant
Complications
How to Detect Common Symptoms of a Blighted Ovum
How to Detect Common Symptoms of a Blighted Ovum A blighted ovum (sometimes called an anembryonic pregnancy) develops when an egg is fertilized but doesn’t develop into an embryo once it is implanted in the womb. This is one of the most common reasons for miscarriage during the first trimester, so it’s important to understand the causes and symptoms. Why do some women … [Read more...] about How to Detect Common Symptoms of a Blighted Ovum
Velamentous Cord Insertion
What is velamentous cord insertion (VCI) The fetal blood vessels usually travel via the placenta and then reach the baby through the umbilical cord. So, the umbilical cord directly inserts into the placenta, protecting all parts of the blood vessels. However, in some cases, the cord inserts into the fetal membranes, making the blood vessels travel through the amnion and … [Read more...] about Velamentous Cord Insertion