Mommy Wellness: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome


Updated 04/08/09 1:12 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 6 comments

PCOS, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

One of the most common hormonal issues women face is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Affecting 1 in 15 women, PCOS is a condition in which many small cysts fill a woman's ovaries. While some women begin showing signs of the condition — through weight gain, extra facial hair, and acne — in their teens, many do not discover it until they try to conceive a baby. According to A.D.A.M.: In Read more

DrSugar Answers: Birth Control and Trying to Conceive


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 20 comments

How Taking Birth Control Can Affect Trying to Conceive

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. DrSugar, I just read your post about getting off of the pill and having irregular periods afterward. I am thankful for your article as I had experienced two to three months of no period! I am looking to conceive possibly in the next three to four years and wondering if you were able to do so after being on the pill for Read more