New Resolution in Europe Could Bar Doctors from Revealing Baby’s Sex to Parents
September 12, 2011 by Dr. Manny
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A Council of Europe committee has drafted a resolution that could keep parents from finding out the gender of their child before birth, the Daily Telegraph reported. The committee speculates the resolution... more »
Dr. Manny Says: It’s Time to Regulate Sperm Banks
September 6, 2011 by Alex Crees
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I remember, many years ago, when medicine first began tackling the issue of infertility, many physicians relied on sperm donors to offer couples chance to conceive a baby. Those days were a wild West compared... more »
Prenatal Exposure to Common Chemicals Increase Risk of Developmental Delays
September 6, 2011 by Alex Crees
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Prenatal exposure to phthalates, a class of chemicals that are widely used in consumer products ranging from plastic toys to building materials to shampoo, may put children at increased risk of developmental... more »
Dr. Manny Says: Does Eating Your Own Placenta Offer Health Benefits?
August 31, 2011 by Alex Crees
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I want to preface this latest article by saying: Don’t hate me, I’m only the messenger. For years, I’ve been hearing that some patients, after giving birth, request to keep their placentas,... more »
Safe House: How to Childproof Your Home
August 12, 2011 by Dr. Manny
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Having children keeps me on my toes. I am one of those parents who is always checking up on the kids–it drives my wife crazy! I have to admit this behavior of mine could drive anyone crazy. But can... more »
Blood Test Can Determine Gender At 7 Weeks of Gestation
August 9, 2011 by Alex Crees
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A new study has found that a blood test can determine the gender of a baby after a mere seven weeks of gestation. The results showed the test was able to accurately determine the gender of the fetus 95... more »
