The word has Latin roots, from “null” meaning “not” and the verb “parere,” meaning “to bring forth.” Nulliparous women are at greater risk for some health conditions, including breast and reproductive cancers. And among nulliparous women age 35 and older, there’s a greater risk of having a stillborn baby, according to a study of 1.8 million pregnancies reported in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. Reproductive Cancers For decades, the scientific community has known nulliparous women have an increased risk for cancers of the reproductive system, including ovarian and uterine cancers....

Checking Several Papers Do not limit yourself to one newspaper. Determine which newspapers were in the area and examine them all. In the weekly publications, check at least three to four weeks after the date of death. Examine daily issues for at least a week later. Occasionally, the notice was not published for a significant time beyond the date of death. It is impractical, on a routine basis, to examine the newspapers for an extended period, but if it is important to your search and you have not been able to locate the notice, take the time....

An organic label means food has been grown with minimal impact to the environment, which pleases some people. Others think organic food tastes better. Still others prefer it for their children because organic food is grown without conventional pesticides, and because it contains no artificial ingredients and preservatives. In addition, organic food is not irradiated or genetically modified. Organic foods are not necessarily more nutritious, however. Right now, organic foods cost more than their conventional counterparts for a number of reasons: most organic food is produced by small farmers in small quantities; crop losses may be higher and yields may be smaller; and organic products must meet stricter regulations than conventional fare, a process that is often more labor intensive and costly....

Store materials for the upcoming school year grouped by student and by topic. Separate the materials that you will use from those used by your children. Make the materials that your kids will use easily accessible to them. When you organize the materials for a subject, keep any supplemental materials with the primary ones. Make sure that additional materials, such as special paper or tools, are also easily available when they will be needed....

Learn more about using Ovidrel trigger shots for fertility treatments, including possible side effects and success rates.. Types of Trigger Shots There are several types of trigger shots available, including Ovidrel (r-hCG) and Pregnyl (u-hCG). Your doctor will determine which one is best for you. Ovidrel (r-hCG) Ovidrel is composed of recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin (r-hCG). Recombinant fertility drugs are made in a laboratory using DNA technology. They are molecularly similar to hormones made by the body....

Hormonal changes and birth-related discomfort can both impact your sexual experience postpartum. If you’re not enjoying sex after delivery, you’re certainly not alone, but you’ll be happy to hear solutions exist that can improve the situation. Let’s explore some common postpartum sexual issues and learn about the steps you can take to help you get back to enjoying intimacy. When Can You Have Sex Postpartum? Regardless of whether you delivered your baby vaginally or via C-section, most healthcare providers suggest waiting four to six weeks after having your baby to resume intercourse....

Odds and ends of plain ceramic tile are great fun to paint. You can hang painted tiles on a wall or use them for coasters or trivets. Materials Acrylic paints Paintbrushes, sponges, and/or small stickers Plain ceramic tile Clear acrylic spray Glue gun (optional) Marbles or wooden beads (optional) Directions

Materials Paper towel or coffee filters Markers Directions

Maybe you’ve been celebrating Passover all your life and are looking for some new ways for your kids to participate. Perhaps this is your first Passover, and you aren’t sure where to start. Either way, we’ve gathered some engaging and family-friendly ideas for celebrating the holiday with your family. What Is Passover? The story of Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, is recounted in the Torah. It tells the story of the Jewish people’s enslavement in Egypt and their subsequent escape and liberation from slavery....

What Is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease? PID causes infection and subsequent scar tissue in the reproductive organs which may lead to infertility. The signs and symptoms of PID can be mild to severe and can be easily confused with those of other diseases, including endometriosis or appendicitis. With acute PID, the symptoms are usually more severe (often sending someone to the emergency room and can require hospitalization). If someone has chronic PID, the symptoms might be barely noticeable or vague, which can make diagnosing the condition difficult or prolonged....

Light colored pillowcase (new or used) Fabric paint or markers Large piece of cardboard

Normally, the placenta attaches to the upper part of the uterus, away from the cervix. This allows for optimal blood supply and oxygenation of the placenta—and safe exit for the baby during labor and delivery. Placenta previa can be problematic later on in pregnancy, as it may cause severe bleeding, leading to preterm delivery. In many cases, placenta previa will resolve on its own if the placenta moves up the uterine wall away from the cervical opening (or cervical os)....

Age group: 30-40 months Duration of activity: 20 minutes Materials: Colored construction paper Scissors Masking tape You will be promoting your child’s problem-solving skills while she plays this fun game. If you wish, you can substitute a real treat basket for the paper pot of gold; just be sure to decorate it with plenty of cut-out gold coins!

Week Number 1 You’re not pregnant. This is the week of the start of your period. As the uterus sheds its lining and causes bleeding, the hormones are preparing another egg for release. Week Number 2 You’re still not pregnant. The uterine lining is thickening and ovulation (the release of an egg) is getting ready to occur. You might feel a twinge of pain as ovulation occurs. Week Number 3 This could be the week!...

Getting Pre-Natal Genetic Counseling Genetic counseling is a wonderful support program for couples who fall into a high-risk category for birth defects. A genetic counselor has advanced training in genetics, which is the study of how traits are passed on from parent to child. With this training, the counselor can explain the likelihood of a baby having a problem and the various prenatal tests available. Before you meet with a counselor, make some phone calls to your parents or other relatives (and get your partner to do the same with his family!...

Reference materials Costumes for guests Have you met anyone interesting at a party recently? Well, this is your chance to mix with some of the most prestigious party guests of all—U.S. presidents, past and present. Choose a time when you and your kids can throw a presidential mixer (you might want to invite other family members and friends, too). A week or so in advance, your children can choose their favorite presidents (or first ladies) and research the person they’ve selected (using encyclopedias, history books, and the like)....

Rarely do we learn of behind closed doors, insider intel on what the Queen of England really thinks but we’ve got an interesting little tidbit about the one word she absolutely hates. There are many words we can imagine the British Monarch would not particularly like or use but there’s one word that Queen Elizabeth considers completely vulgar. More: Queen Elizabeth II Quiz It’s the word “pregnant.” Several years ago, when Prince George was a baby, a palace insider gave the scoop to Us Weekly that the Queen finds the word “pregnant” to be vulgar, preferring instead to use the term “in the family way....