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COVID-19 for Parents
The coronavirus (COVID-19) can make people sick with flu-like symptoms. Learn how to protect your family and when to call your doctor.
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When Is it Time to Start Seeing a Gynecologist? for Teens
Doctors recommend that girls start seeing a gynecologist between the ages of 13 and 15. Here's why.
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Birth Control: The Pill for Parents
Discussing issues like abstinence, STDs, and birth control can help lower teens' risk of unintended pregnancy or getting an STD. The birth control pill (also called "the Pill") is a daily pill that is taken to prevent pregnancy.
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Birth Control: Cervical Caps for Parents
The cervical cap covers the cervix so sperm can't get in and fertilize an egg. It's not usually recommended for most young women and teens because it can be very hard to insert correctly.
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Staying Healthy During Pregnancy for Parents
Now that you're pregnant, taking care of yourself has never been more important. Here's how to keep you and your baby as healthy as possible.
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Birth Control Ring for Teens
A woman places the birth control ring in her vagina where it slowly releases hormones into the bloodstream to prevent pregnancy.
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Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease for Parents
Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland sends too much thyroid hormone into the blood. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease.
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Birth Control: Birth Control Rings for Parents
Talking to your kids about sex can be daunting. But discussing issues like abstinence, STDs, and birth control can help lower teens' risk of unintended pregnancy or contracting an STD.
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Having a Healthy Pregnancy for Teens
Whether you feel confused, worried, scared, or excited, you'll want to know how your life will change, what you can do to have a healthy baby.
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10 Things That Might Surprise You About Being Pregnant for Parents
Here are 10 common surprises that can come with pregnancy.