Trying to conceive is often portrayed as a woman-centric experience, filled with ovulation tracking, hormonal shifts, and cycles of hope and disappointment. Yet behind every hopeful pregnancy lies a partnership that demands strength, understanding, and adaptability from both partners. While the physical burden largely rests with women, men’s emotional and practical support can powerfully shape
planning a pregnancy
With the advent of modern medicine, prenatal genetic screening tests have become a common practice for expectant parents. Particularly during the first trimester, these noninvasive prenatal screening (NIPS) tests offer a seemingly reassuring glimpse into the genetic health of the fetus. Designed primarily to identify conditions such as Down syndrome, many expectant parents embrace these
Pregnancy is often romanticized—depicted with glowing mothers and blissful anticipation of new life. However, the truth is more layered and complex, particularly during subsequent pregnancies. When expecting my first child, my feelings were largely uncomplicated and positive. The excitement overshadowed the apprehensions that typically accompany such a life-altering experience. Fast forward to the pregnancy of