Pregnancy and birth

Pregnancy, childbirth and the first few weeks after the birth are a special time. In this section you can find information on how a woman’s body changes and the various tests that are offered during this time. We also cover preparing for the birth, managing labor pain, and possible reasons for having a C-section. If your pregnancy wasn’t planned, information and advice centers can be very helpful.

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    Genital herpes

    Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Herpes virus infections actually don’t often lead to a disease, thou...

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    Bacterial vaginosis

    In bacterial vaginosis, certain bacteria in the vagina grow a lot more than they normally do. This is usually harmless. It often goes unnoticed, but ...

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    Gestational diabetes

    Women who find out they have pregnancy-related diabetes are often surprised because there are usually no symptoms. But it increases the risk of certa...

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    Pregnancy

    Pregnancy is a time of change, especially if it's your first. Parents-to-be may have feelings ranging from joy and hope to worries and anxiety: How w...

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    Abortion in Germany

    In Germany, women who decide to have an abortion must comply with certain legal requirements – like mandatory counseling beforehand. Abortions that f...

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    Vaginal yeast infection (thrush)

    Vaginal yeast infections are particularly common in women of childbearing age. The symptoms include itching, burning and abnormal vaginal discharge. ...