The ins and outs of the follicular phase The follicular phase is an important part of your menstrual cycle and starts on the first day of your period and lasts until ovulation. This period is essential for the maturation of the eggs and is dominated by the hormone estrogen. The good news is that […]
Have you ever wondered why some people have beautiful blue eyes, while others have deep brown eyes? Or maybe you are expecting and curious about what eye color your little one will have? In this article we unravel the secrets of the OCA2 and HERC2 genes and how they play a crucial role in the […]
Why transvaginal ultrasound - internal ultrasound - is important for your pregnancy A transvaginal ultrasound plays a crucial role in the early phase of your pregnancy. Why? This ultrasound checks important things, such as the location of the pregnancy and the heartbeat of your baby. In addition, it offers the opportunity to avoid any early complications […]
What is the FTO gene and why is it important? FTO gene, officially the Fat Mass and Obesity-associated gene, plays a crucial role in how our body stores and processes fat. This gene is prominent in our hypothalamus, the part of the brain responsible for regulating cravings and satiety. Research […]
What is Menorrhagia: Concept and symptoms With menorrhagia, also called heavy menstrual bleeding, a woman experiences an extraordinary amount of blood loss during her menstruation. This can lead to discomfort and disruption of daily life. Butwhat exactly does this mean? Typical symptoms include long periods lasting more than seven days and […]
The breech birth. Maybe you've heard something about it before, maybe it's completely new to you. Either way, we're here to give you all the information you need, without the medical jargon and complicated ones. technical terms. Simply clear, understandable and above all reassuring. A breech birth can sound quite exciting at first, but […]
What are hCG injections and how do they work? At Midwives Lelystad we understand that hCG injections can be a subject of many questions. These injections contain human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a natural hormone that plays a crucial role in pregnancy and fertility. hCG supports the development of eggs in the ovaries and stimulates ovulation in time. Especially in […]
What exactly is adenomyosis? Adenomyosis is a condition in which the uterine lining (endometrium) grows into the muscular wall of the uterus. This can lead to heavy periods, severe menstrual pain and a swollen abdomen. Women who deal with this often experience a lot of discomfort. Adenomyosis is often confused with endometriosis, because both conditions involve the uterine lining. However, at […]
What is heredity and why is it so important? Heredity is the process by which parents pass on genetic information to their children. This genetic information, stored in DNA, determines many of our physical and sometimes psychological characteristics. Think of eye color, hair color, and even certain talents. Genes are the building blocks of this information. They come in pairs: […]
Maybe you've heard the term before or it's completely new to you. Don't worry, we're going to tell you everything you need to know! The POP clinic, which stands for Psychiatry, Obstetrics and Pediatrics, is a unique place where the physical and mental health of mother and child is central, especially […]
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