An unborn baby’s fingerprints will begin to form between 6 to 14 weeks, though they will not be fully formed until around 6 months. There are factors in the womb that will contribute to how these unique patterns appear, which include the location of the foetus and the amount of movement he or she performs while in the womb.

A woman’s body following a miscarriage has experienced a major trauma, so it’s perfectly acceptable for the body to take some time to get back to normal. By irregular periods, it means heavier or lighter than average periods or skipped periods.

Some babies, particularly newborns under the age of three months, may cry a lot, often for hours at a time. Check to see if the baby’s primary needs are met (dry diaper, fed, warm, well rested), and consult the pediatrician to confirm there is no illness. Also try rocking, baby carrying, going for a walk in the stroller, or a drive in the car, all potential ways to soothe the baby.

Blockage of the fallopian tubes, often caused by pelvic inflammatory disease — an infection of the female reproductive organs can contribute to female fertility problems.

Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA) relates to excessive physical or emotional stress that results in amenorrhea (absent periods).

There are different types and sizes of IUD and they can work for between 5 and 10 years depending on the type.