Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatment of thyroid disease in children.
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Ovulation testing
If you are trying to get pregnant, ovulation testing can help you work out when you are likely to ovulate and find your most fertile days. There are also natural ways of predicting the best time to conceive.
9 Signs your child may have OCD
Kids who are compelled to display repetitive behaviours may have OCD – here are 9 signs your child may be suffering from OCD, brought to you by myDr.com.au
Gastroenteritis in children
Gastroenteritis (gastro) is very common among young children. Most kids recover in a few days. Encouraging children to drink frequently is important.
Getting pregnant
Getting pregnant is easy for some women, but for others it can be a difficult. Women are most fertile between 20 and 24 years of age, after which fertility declines.
Folic acid and your pregnancy
Folate is used within the body for cell regeneration and growth. Pregnant women need about one and half times as much as other adults.
Obstructive sleep apnoea in children
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a condition that affects breathing during sleep. Affected children frequently snore and have poor quality sleep that affects their behaviour and concentration during the day.
Childbirth – pain relief options
There are many options for pain relief during labour and childbirth, including having an epidural. Find out what's available before you are due to give birth, and the pros and cons of each option.
Contraception: sterilisation implants (Essure)
Essure sterilisation implants are a type of permanent contraception for women. Find out how they work and their advantages and disadvantages.
Female infertility
There are several factors that can affect a woman’s fertility. Treatments are available for many of the causes of female infertility and assisted reproductive technology such as IVF can help some women get pregnant.
