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The first functional mini uterus inside a microchip

The first functional mini uterus inside a microchip The exact moment in which a new life manages to establish itself within the human body remains one of the most

Baby Bust: Impact of World War I on European Births, 1910-1925 (Sharp Decline During 1914-1918)

Annual number of births in France, 1910-1925, showing the sharp decline during World War I and partial recovery in the 1920s. Data from Vandenbroucke (2012), based

The Fertility Trilema - Part 1

I plan to write a book entitled The Fertility Trilema which will be released in first draft form as a series of Hive posts. 1. Introduction - A personal story I

Drying of Natural Organic Fertilizer Sapropel

Sapropel is an outstanding fertilizer and soil amendment because it is a naturally concentrated, organic substance formed over thousands of years, packed with a

We're all trying to fix things

I was listening to a podcast the other day while drawing a bit. Tell the truth, I'd just heard a snippet of the interview on Youtube, something about dating or some

$5,000 Baby Bonus?

Graph from U. S. Census shows decline in births from 2001-2021. Public domain The Trump Administration is floating the idea of giving a $5,000 baby bonus to "every

Kids Playgrounds around the Med - The Demographic Litmus Test.

I've done quite a bit of travelling with my 3 younger kids around the Mediterranean over the past few years and finding parks and playgrounds for them to play is

Can Men with Low Testosterone Still Have Children

Men with low testosterone can still have kids, but it depends on the cause of the low levels. In some cases, low testosterone affects sperm production. However,

Fertility and Lifestyle: What You Need to Know

A holistic approach to fertility—combining a healthy diet, stress management, and regular exercise—boosts reproductive health. While fertility treatments offer hormonal

A Response to @Ladyrebecca on Pope Francis's Death

My comment on The Shepherd who abandoned his flock became so long it deserved its own post. Firstly, my sentiments exactly. As a former Catholic, now a reasonably

Understanding Endometriosis and Its Impact on Fertility

Endometriosis is a common health condition that affects many women around the world. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (called endometrium)

What is Trump doing with Tariffs?

A lot of people are very confused about what Trump is doing with tariffs. This is partly because he has not given a full explanation of what he is doing (for tactical

How to Know If You’re Infertile

Struggling to conceive can be an overwhelming experience, leaving couples with numerous questions and concerns. When pregnancy doesn’t occur as anticipated, it’s

Why is Israel so important?

I am sure many people wonder why there is so much fuss about the goings on in a tiny sliver of land on the shores of the Eastern Mediterranean. Why are the deaths

Scared of and for our future children

Dropping fertility rates have been an area of interest for me lately, both on a private level and and more broadly on a psychological/societal one. It's an issue

Fertility Decline: Researchers Say Common Chemicals Are Affecting Hormones, Sperm Quality, and Fertility

The birth and fertility rates in the U.S. have recently dropped to a record low, according to the CDC. The birth rate fell by around 4 per cent last year. Many might

Fertility Decline: Researchers Say Common Chemicals Are Affecting Hormones, Sperm Quality, and Fertility

The birth and fertility rates in the U.S. have recently dropped to a record low, according to the CDC. The birth rate fell by around 4 per cent last year. Many might

An image of herself

Several days ago, the Elected Arenal Chamber of the Provincial Center of Art in Holguín is presented this work "Persephone" Mixed technique on manufacturing

Hall Pass to Procreation

I've been thinking a fair bit about social attitudes regarding motherhood and pregnancy and a conversation I had last night really surprised me. At my friend's birthday

Declining Population Trend In Malaysia | A Woman's Perspective

I read a Facebook post not long ago that highlighted how Malaysia's current population is now facing a decline. However, it was not that surprising to me because