Motherhood and parenting from pregnancy to adolescence

The progestin pill
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The progestin pill

The progestin-only pill or mini-pill contains only one hormone: progestin and can be prescribed for women who cannot tolerate œestrogen

Being a mom changes your sex life
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Being a mom changes your sex life

You knew your life would change with the arrival of your baby. You understand and accept the fact that your sex life is rather quiet, but it has been going on for months or even years?

The contraceptive patch
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The contraceptive patch

The contraceptive patch is a contraceptive method available in Canada since January 2004. It is a patch that sticks to the skin to release progestins and estrogen into the blood

Progestogen injection (Depo Provera)
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Progestogen injection (Depo Provera)

Depo-Provera® contains progestin, but no estrogen. It is given by injection into the muscle of the arm or buttock every 12 to 13 weeks

Mating season
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Mating season

We all know that animals have a specific reproductive cycle that follows an inescapable call from nature… What about us humans?

Sexuality and pregnancy
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Sexuality and pregnancy

Should sex in pregnancy be allowed or not? Can they endanger pregnancy in any way? Are there any precautions to take?

The intrauterine system
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The intrauterine system

Mirena's Intrauterine System (IUS) provides reliable, reversible contraception for up to five years. The IUS is over 99% effective in preventing pregnancy

12 original ways to declare your love
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12 original ways to declare your love

There are people for whom saying "I love you" and giving flowers is really not enough. Here are 10 very original ways to declare your love

The IUD
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The IUD

The IUD is a small T-shaped device with a copper wire. Inserted into the uterus, the copper wire causes chemical changes that destroy sperm

The diaphragm
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The diaphragm

The diaphragm is a latex dome surrounded by a flexible metal ring placed in the vagina around the cervix that blocks the entrance to the cervix preventing sperm from entering

Spermicides
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Spermicides

Spermicides come in many forms: cream, gel, tablet, suppository, foam and film and are sold without a prescription

The cervical cap
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The cervical cap

The cervical cap is a thimble-shaped silicone cap that is placed on the cervix. A gynecological examination is necessary to determine the size of the device that is right for you

Top 10: Exceptional Women
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Top 10: Exceptional Women

On this International Women's Day, we thought we would introduce you to 10 exceptional women with the most inspiring journeys who, each in their own way, left an indelible mark on our history

Tips for a successful girls' night out
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Tips for a successful girls' night out

No matter our age or our family situation, meeting up with friends is the greatest good. We can text each other, like the photos of the other on Facebook, nothing beats a girls' dinner to leave room for confidences

11 things to avoid after a separation
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11 things to avoid after a separation

Separations and divorces break your heart and it's no fun. To avoid prolonging your pain and making things worse, we've compiled a list of do's and don'ts

Weekend mission: Thinking about yourself
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Weekend mission: Thinking about yourself

This weekend, a big mission awaits you. An even bigger challenge than spending less than $300 at Costco. The goal to achieve: dedicate an hour of your schedule to yourself. Easy, you say? Harder than you think

11 Marriage Advice From a Divorce Lawyer
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11 Marriage Advice From a Divorce Lawyer

By helping many couples get divorced, Joryn Jenkins has learned a lot about being a couple. Here are 11 tips she compiled for having a he althy couple

Celebrating Women
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Celebrating Women

Yes, it's this Sunday that we will celebrate International Women's Day! For the occasion, I offer you a small foray into the lives of three women who work in non-traditional jobs and what it means to them

Science Girl
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Science Girl

Did you know that February 11 is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science? For the occasion, we offer you a small foray into this rather unknown universe. Spotlight on the scientific world

On March 8, we show respect
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On March 8, we show respect

Respect: feeling that leads to giving someone consideration because of the value that one recognizes in him. We demand it from others, but strangely, we often neglect it towards ourselves