HowTos Index
How To Save Money on Pregnancy Tests When Trying to Conceive
When you are trying to get pregnant after a miscarriage, it is easy to end up spending a small fortune on pregnancy tests, especially early pregnancy tests that promise you an answer before your period is due. Here are some tips for how to save money when you are trying to conceive.
How To Decide Whether to See a Mental Health Professional After Your Miscarriage
Depression and anxiety frequently occur in women, and sometimes in men, after a miscarriage or stillbirth. Intense grief is normal in the initial aftermath. But if you develop symptoms of clinical depression or anxiety that last for months after the miscarriage, it might be time to see a mental health professional -- and it's perfectly OK to need and reach out for this help.
How To Deal with Thanksgiving After a Miscarriage
Here are some tips for how to cope with thanksgiving gatherings when you have had a recent miscarriage or stillbirth or other pregnancy loss.
How To Reduce Your Exposure to Bisphenol A
Bisphenol A is a controversial chemical present in plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and numerous other consumer goods. Researchers do not yet agree on whether Bisphenol A causes health problems, but if you're concerned, here's what you can do to limit your exposure.
How To Find Miscarriage Awareness Events in Your Area
Interested in attending a Walk to Remember or other pregnancy loss awareness event? Miscarriage awareness events and fundraisers can be a great way to honor your lost baby, but unfortunately they can be difficult to find, given that there is no central registry for all such events. Here are some tips for how to find one in your area.
How To Determine Your Risk of Miscarriage
Many women wonder when the odds of miscarriage go down, but the truth is that there isn't one single answer for all women. Miscarriage statistics vary by groups and factors. Figure out your miscarriage risk with these steps.
How To Reduce the Effects of Trans Fats on Your Health
High intake of partially hydrogenated fats, a.k.a. trans fats, can increase your risk of heart disease and other health problems -- potentially including miscarriage. Knowing what to watch out for and taking sensible precautions in your diet can reduce your risk of health problems due to trans fats.
How To Find the Right Doctor or Midwife for a Pregnancy Following a Miscarriage
If you intend to switch doctors before you try to conceive again after a miscarriage or other pregnancy loss, here are some tips to keep in mind when selecting a new doctor.
How To Determine Whether You Are Having a Miscarriage
Signs and symptoms of miscarriage are rarely definitive, especially for first-trimester miscarriage, and it is not always easy to tell for sure if you have had a miscarriage. Learn how to interpret your signs and symptoms, and find out what tests your doctor might use.