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Running head : Pregnancy and Contraception

Pregnancy and Contraception

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1 . To optimize chances of conception , the couple needs to understand ovulation . Ovulation is the release of an egg or ovum from the ovary and then it travels to the fallopian tube to be fertilized (PregnancyWizard 2008 . The Ovulation cycle depends on the menstruation period . Normally it happens within a timeframe of ten days and it usually begins twelve days after the last menstruation and ending on or around the twentienth day (PregnancyWizard , 2008

. During those ten days , the couple may have a greater chance of conception if they often do lovemaking . Positioning may also be vital . Likewise , the woman should avoid smoking and alcohol and must keep herself healthy by eating fruits and vegetables and by exercising properly . The couple should not also rush and instead enjoy their lovemaking . That way , conception will surely come after Furthermore , it is advisable for the couple to seek medical help to understand well their body structure and fitness

2 . Cigarette smoking during pregnancy will expose the fetus to various risks . When cigarette toxins such as nicotine and carbon monoxide from cigarette penetrate the placenta , the fetus will likely end up being prematurely born and with underdeveloped lungs , poor immunity , and low birth weight (Love To Know , 2008 . Cigarette smoking can also result in miscarriages because the productive process or the development of the embryo is interrupted by the toxins . In addition , the nutrients that are needed for the child 's development are trapped by the chemical substance from tobacco . Moreover , the mental development of the fetus is at risk when exposed to cigarette smoking and as a result , making the child unhealthy and premature when born . Even if the mother does not smoke the risk will likely occur when the mother inhales the cigarette smoke from other people . Thus , it is advisable for the mother to keep away from smoking areas and advise her family and relatives not to smoke near her

3 . During breast feeding , the baby gets a high level and perfect balance of nutrients and he can easily absorb and digest the milk (American Pregnancy Association , 2008 . It is also inexpensive and available at anytime and place , so long as the baby is with her mother Breastfeeding can also be done at any temperature and the preparation is not complex . However , the mother must always be available for the child if she forgets to pump for the child 's milk . In addition , breastfeeding cannot be done when the mother is under medication . In bottle feeding the nutrients depend on the prepared milk . It is also more efficient because anyone can feed the baby other than the mother . theless bottle feeding is costly , time consuming and must follow certain procedures , measurements , and temperature for the preparation of milk Some children also have difficulty in absorbing bottled milk and in tolerating amount of nutrients which may harm their health

4 . The three methods of contraception include the usage...