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Periods after childbirth – What to expect

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Radhika gave birth to a baby sometime back and is wondering when will her periods return to normal? She is also curious to know the difference between lochia (vaginal discharge after giving birth) and periods? This article from Love Matters will help answer all her questions about periods after childbirth.

What is an ectopic pregnancy?

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An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy in which an embryo/fertilised egg grows in a location other than the inner lining of the uterus. Such a pregnancy is complicated if left unattended and can prove fatal.

Going for an abortion? Read this first

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Feeling scared and wondering what to expect when you terminate your pregnancy or have an abortion? Love Matters spoke to gynaecologists to tell you all the essentials before you or a loved one decide to go for a medical abortion.

‘Doctors don’t handle unmarried women well’

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If you had to go for an abortion tomorrow, what would be the few things that would come to your mind? Love Matters India asked this question to young people from across India. Here's what they said...

Does Indian law allow abortion?

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Yes, abortion is absolutely legal in India (under certain conditions) and did you know that women don’t need their husband/parent’s permission to have one? To mark the Global Day of Action for Safe and Legal Abortion, we bust five prevalent myths about abortion in India.

Will I be able to conceive after an abortion?

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Hi Auntyji.. I just found out that I am pregnant and need to go for an abortion as I am not ready for the responsibility of a child. I fear I may not be able to conceive in the future. Is that true? I hope not. Madhu, 22 years, XXXX

What if someone saw you there?

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‘Are you mad?’ Namit shouted at Ridhi when she told him that she was going with Shweta to support her during an abortion. Ridhi was torn - help her best friend or listen to her boyfriend?. What would you do? - Kya Doge Saath?

I had four abortions before I turned 21

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Supriya’s abusive relationship took her through not one, not two, but four abortions. It was not until the fourth termination that Supriya found the courage to break this cycle of abuse. Yet, she does not regret it as it allowed her to be the person she is today - who respects her body.