Reproductive Health Features

Is birth control needed straight after giving birth?

Birth control after giving birth.

Is infertility hereditary?

Is infertility hereditary? My parents found it hard to conceive, and I worry I will also have problems.

Is it harmful to go on and off the pill?

Going on and off the birth control pill

IUD: Is it safe and effective?

Intrauterine device (IUD), effectiveness and safety, coil

iVillage Voices - real life stories

Feeling stuck or unsure which way to go? Why not get a variety of opinions on a subject to see the bigger picture. Get topical and informative advice here from members of iVillage on a range of topics from relationships to financial issues

Know your man's health

The things about men's health that every woman should know. Find out about common conditions afftecting men, from testicular cancer to obesity and prostate trouble - it's all in this brand new spring 2004 guide

Lifting the curse

Does living with only four periods a year appeal to you? iVillage investigates a potential new oral contraceptive for women

Lumps downstairs

The most common causes of lumps around the genital area are genital warts

Menopause chat

Dr Sarah Brewer talks to the iVillage community about the menopause

Menopause: step-by-step

We look at the stages of the menopause and the changes that occur in your body. Plus we look at helping yourself through 'the change' with a healthy diet in our brand new summer 2004 feature