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Rachel Gurevich

Arizona, Chandler, New York
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Womb warrior & creative writer | Birth Plans for Dummies (coauthor) | The Doula Advantage (author) | Verywell Family Fertility Expert | Hip-Mama of Four
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By Rachel Gurevich, Alyssa Dweck
| Parents Verified
Credit: Photo Illustration by Julie Bang / Getty Images You can get pregnant shortly after ovulation, but the chances drop quickly after the first day. Having sex before ovulation increases the chance of pregnancy because sperm can live for several days. Understanding your fertile window can help you time sex to maximize your chances of conceiving. You can get pregnant after ovulation, but the window when it’s possible is short. When you are trying to conceive, the timing of sex matters.
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Empowering Phrases for a Positive Birth Experience

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By Robin Elise Weiss, Rachel Gurevich
| Parents Verified
Encouraging words can help give strength and comfort to pregnant people during labor. Reminders of love and support make the birthing experience more positive. Simple phrases can provide motivation and reassurance during challenging moments. Childbirth is hard, both physically and emotionally, and many people have to dig deep to find the necessary strength. Comfort in labor comes in many forms, though we often think about physical measures and pain-relieving medications.
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By Erica Curran Verified, Rachel Gurevich
| Parents Verified
• Depo-Provera is a birth control shot that can delay ovulation for months after stopping, so it may take time to get pregnant. • Most people who stop Depo-Provera will get pregnant within 18 months, but it can take longer for some. • Work with a health care provider to plan your next steps if you’re trying to conceive after Depo-Provera. Used as a form of contraception, Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is an injection that keeps you from ovulating.
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