The library
313 guides, in one place
Four decades of writing on women’s health, fertility and pregnancy. Search for what you need, or narrow by subject — every article is listed, nothing is hidden behind a summary.
Showing all 313 guides
- 12 Everyday Habits That May Be Delaying Your Pregnancy Discover everyday habits that may affect fertility and simple lifestyle changes that could help improve your chances of pregnancy.
- 3D & 4D Ultrasound Explained: Benefits for Pregnancy and Beyond How 3D/4D ultrasound helps diagnose fetal, gynaecological, breast and abdominal conditions more clearly than 2D.
- 3D Fetal Limbs Ultrasound Scan Photos
- 3D Fetal Profile Ultrasound Scan Photos
- 3D Ultrasound Scan intestine urinary bladder thyroid gland and the stomach
- 3D Ultrasound Scan photos
- 3D Ultrasound Scan Photos gallbladder liver kidney spleen
- 4D Ultrasound Scan Fetal Video Clips
- 5 Science-Backed Benefits of Breastfeeding Over Formula Feeding Discover 5 science-backed benefits of breastfeeding for your baby's health, immunity, and development.
- 5 Tasty Breakfast Recipes to Help Ease Pregnancy Cravings Every Day Discover 5 tasty, pregnancy-friendly breakfast ideas to help satisfy cravings and start your day feeling good.
- 5 Ways to Ease Back Pain During Pregnancy Simple, safe ways to relieve back pain in pregnancy, plus when to see your doctor.
- 6 Wellness Things Women Over 40 should be Wary of
- 7 Gentle Skin Care Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy Glow Discover 7 safe, doctor-approved skin care tips for pregnancy to manage acne, dryness, and pigmentation naturally.
- 7 Most Common Toxins During Pregnancy that Affect your Childs Health and How To Avoid Them Seven common toxins in pregnancy that can affect your baby's health, where they are found, and how to avoid them.
- A short History of the development of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. Joseph Woo A short history of how ultrasound developed in obstetrics and gynaecology, from early machines to 3D and 4D imaging.
- After Embryo Transfer: What to Do (and Avoid) During Your IVF Waiting Period A patient-friendly guide to caring for yourself after embryo transfer, from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- After Intercourse: What's Normal and When to See a Gynecologist Learn what's normal after sex and which symptoms—pain, bleeding, burning—mean it's time to see a gynecologist.
- Aging and Sexual Desire in Women: Why Libido Changes and What Can Help Why libido changes as women age, and how hormonal, emotional, and physical factors play a role.
- Amenorrhea in Adolescents Amenorrhea means absence of menstruation: either it never started, or it has stopped. Since periods are a clear marker of a girl's overall health, its absence in adolescence always calls for careful e
- Amniocentesis During Pregnancy: What Every Expectant Mother Should Know Learn what amniocentesis is, why it's done, and its risks, explained clearly by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Anemia in Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Learn what causes anemia in pregnancy, its symptoms, risks, and treatment options to help you and your baby stay healthy.
- Anemia, Iron Levels, and Blood Type: How They Affect Your Fertility Learn how iron deficiency and blood type may affect fertility and pregnancy, plus tips to support your reproductive health.
- Anterior Placenta During Pregnancy: What It Means and Why It's Usually Nothing to Worry About Learn what an anterior placenta means for your pregnancy, its symptoms, and when to check with your doctor.
- Anxiety During Pregnancy: What's Normal and When to Seek Help Feeling anxious during pregnancy? Learn what's normal, warning signs, and how to protect your wellbeing and your baby.
- Assisted Hatching in IVF: Helping Embryos Implant Successfully Learn how assisted hatching may support embryo implantation in IVF, especially after repeated unsuccessful transfers.
- Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART): IVF, ICSI & IUI Explained Learn how IVF, ICSI, and IUI help couples conceive, who may benefit, and what to expect at each step.
- Autoimmune Disease and Fertility: What Patients Should Know How autoimmune conditions can affect fertility and pregnancy, and how they are evaluated and managed.
- Bed Rest After Embryo Transfer: Is It Helpful or Harmful? Should you rest after embryo transfer? Learn what research says about bed rest, activity, and IVF success.
- Beneficial Vaginal Bacteria: Why They Matter for Your Health and Fertility Learn how beneficial vaginal bacteria protect your health and fertility, and when to seek expert care.
- Best Sleeping Positions During Pregnancy Best sleeping positions in pregnancy, stage by stage: when tummy and back sleeping are fine, and why to sleep on your side from 28 weeks.
- Beyond the Positive Test: The 6 Pillars of IVF Excellence IVF success is more than a positive test. Discover the six pillars that define a high-quality IVF programme.
- Blastocyst Culture: Day 5 Embryo Transfer Explained Learn how blastocyst culture helps select stronger embryos for day 5 transfer in IVF.
- Breast cancer in pregnancy
- Breast Care After Childbirth: A Gentle Guide to Common Changes Learn what breast changes to expect after childbirth and how to manage engorgement, soreness, and mastitis safely.
- Breast Enlargement & Breast Augmentation: Natural Methods and Surgical Options Explained Learn about natural breast enlargement methods and surgical breast augmentation, including benefits, risks, and what to expect.
- Breast Ultrasound Scan Photos
- Cats and Pregnancy: Understanding Toxoplasmosis Risks and Prevention Learn how toxoplasmosis from cats can affect pregnancy, its symptoms, diagnosis, and safe prevention tips.
- Causes of Delayed Period with a Negative Pregnancy Test Delayed period with negative pregnancy test? Common causes like stress, PCOS, thyroid, related symptoms, and when to see a doctor.
- Causes of Female Infertility: A Patient's Guide to Understanding the Female Factor Learn the key causes of female infertility—from uterine and tubal issues to ovarian dysfunction—explained clearly by Dr. Layyous.
- Cell-Free Fetal DNA Testing: Checking Your Baby's Genetic Health from a Simple Blood Test Learn how cell-free fetal DNA testing checks your baby's chromosomal health from a simple maternal blood sample.
- Cerebral Palsy: Causes, Symptoms, Classification and Treatment Options Understand cerebral palsy causes, early signs, types, and treatment options explained clearly for parents and families.
- Cervical Cancer: HPV, Pap Smear Screening, and Prevention Explained Learn how HPV causes cervical cancer and how Pap smears, HPV tests, and vaccines help with early detection and prevention.
- Cervical Stitch (Cerclage) in Pregnancy: When It Is Needed and How It Prevents Preterm Birth Cervical stitch (cerclage) in pregnancy: when it is needed, how it is done, and how it helps prevent preterm birth.
- Cesarean birth
- Childbirth Explained: Stages of Labour and Pain Relief Options Learn the stages of labour, signs to watch for, and safe pain relief options for childbirth.
- Chromosomal Abnormalities and Pregnancy Complications: What Every Parent Should Know Learn how chromosomal abnormalities affect pregnancy, miscarriage risk, birth defects, and available screening options.
- Chronic Pelvic Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Learn the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for chronic pelvic pain from Dr. Najeeb Layyous, gynaecology specialist.
- Coffee and Pregnancy: How Much Caffeine Is Safe? Is coffee safe in pregnancy? Learn safe caffeine limits, risks of too much, and tips from Dr. Layyous.
- Common Mistakes That Can Affect IVF Success — And How to Avoid Them Learn common habits that may affect IVF success after embryo transfer and how to support implantation.
- Common Mistakes That Can Reduce the Chances of Pregnancy After IVF In short: The main mistakes after ICSI are not taking the medication properly, stress, too much activity or too much rest, smoking (even passive), too much caffeine ( more than about 2 cups of…
- Consanguineous Marriage: Genetic Risks, Pregnancy Effects & Premarital Screening Learn how consanguineous marriage affects genetic risk and pregnancy, and why premarital screening helps protect your future children.
- Constipation During Pregnancy: Causes, Relief, and Prevention Tips Why constipation happens in pregnancy and gentle, safe ways to prevent and relieve it.
- Contraception - Different Birth Controls
- Coping with IVF Failure: Emotional Support and Next Steps Understand why IVF may fail and find compassionate coping strategies and next steps to consider.
- COVID-19 and Pregnancy: Risks, Treatment, Vaccine Safety and Side Effects COVID-19 in pregnancy: risks for mother and baby, treatment, and vaccine safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Dark Skin Around the Pubic Area: Causes and Gentle Lightening Remedies Why the pubic area darkens and gentle, natural ways to even skin tone safely at home.
- Dates in Pregnancy: A Blessed Food That May Support Natural Childbirth Discover how eating dates in late pregnancy may support natural labor, plus safety tips from Dr. Layyous.
- Dating Your Pregnancy: Why Accurate Due Dates Matter Learn how doctors date a pregnancy accurately and why it matters for your prenatal care and baby's health.
- Decreased Fetal Movements: What Every Mother Should Know Learn why fetal movements matter, when to worry, and what steps doctors take to check your baby's wellbeing.
- Definition and Features of Four Dimensional Ultrasound
- Dysmenorrhea. Causes and ways of treatment
- Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment Options Understand ectopic pregnancy symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options, explained clearly by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation): A Guide to Preserving Your Fertility Learn how egg freezing works, who it helps, and what to expect—guidance from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Egg Quality and Fertility: What Every Woman Should Know Learn what egg quality means, why it matters for fertility, and how to support healthy eggs naturally.
- Egg Retrieval Preparation: A Patient Guide to What to Do Before Your Procedure Simple pre-egg retrieval checklist: fasting, trigger shot timing, hygiene, and recovery tips.
- Eighth Month Pregnancy - 8 months pregnant
- Electrical activation of the Oocytes
- Embryo Glue in IVF: Can It Improve Embryo Implantation? Learn how embryo glue works in IVF, how it may support implantation, and what patients should know.
- Embryo Grading Explained: What Your Embryo Scores Really Mean Understand embryo grading in IVF—what the scores mean and how they guide embryo selection.
- Emergency Contraception: Your Options After Unprotected Sex Learn how emergency contraception works, when to use it, and how effective each method is.
- Endometrial Ablation: A Minimally Invasive Option for Heavy Periods Learn how endometrial ablation can reduce heavy menstrual bleeding without major surgery.
- Endometrial Cancer
- Endometriosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment Options and Fertility Outlook
- Epidural Analgesia During Labor: What Every Mother Should Know Learn how epidural analgesia works, when it's used, its benefits, and possible risks during labor and delivery.
- Episiotomy Care and Recovery: A Gentle Guide for New Mothers Easy-to-follow guidance on caring for an episiotomy or perineal tear after childbirth, with tips to heal safely and comfortably.
- Estrogen Explained: The Key Hormone Behind a Woman's Health and Fertility Understand estrogen's role in women's health, signs of imbalance, and safe treatment options—explained by an OB-GYN specialist.
- Exercise After Birth: A Gentle, Safe Guide to Getting Active in Your First Postpartum Year Safe postpartum exercise guide: when to start, warning signs, and how movement supports recovery and mood.
- External cephalic version ECV
- Face Photos Before and After Delivery
- Fasting During Pregnancy: Is It Safe for You and Your Baby? Learn when fasting in pregnancy may be safe and when to break your fast, from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Female Infertility Diagnosis: A Complete Guide to Fertility Tests Learn how doctors diagnose female infertility — hormone tests, ultrasound, HSG and more, explained clearly.
- Female Orgasm and Erogenous Zones: A Patient's Guide to Sexual Wellness Understand the science of female orgasm, key erogenous zones, and factors affecting sexual response.
- Female Reproductive System
- Fertile Window Tracking: How to Identify Your Most Fertile Days Learn how to track your fertile window and understand ovulation to improve your chances of natural conception.
- Fertility Preservation Options for Cancer Patients Learn how cancer treatment can affect fertility and what preservation options exist for men and women.
- Fertility-Boosting Foods and Natural Supplements for Infertility: A Patient Guide Discover foods, meal ideas, and natural supplements that may support fertility for couples trying to conceive.
- Fertilized Eggs and Embryo Development: A Visual Guide (IVF Photos) See real embryology photos showing how fertilized eggs grow into embryos during IVF, explained by Dr. Layyous.
- Fetal behavior during pregnancy
- Fetal Behavior Ultrasound Photos
- Fetal Death in the Third Trimester: Causes, Diagnosis, and Support for Future Pregnancies Understand third-trimester fetal loss: causes, diagnosis, delivery options, and steps to support future pregnancies.
- Fetal Face Ultrasound Photos
- Fetal Growth Restriction During Pregnancy: Causes, Diagnosis & Care Learn about fetal growth restriction in pregnancy — causes, diagnosis, monitoring, and delivery guidance from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Fetal movement
- Fetal Parts Ultrasound Scan Photos
- Fetal Skeleton Ultrasound Photos
- Fifth Month Pregnancy - 5 months pregnant
- First Month Pregnancy - 1 month pregnant
- First Trimester Bleeding: Does It Always Mean Miscarriage? Bleeding in early pregnancy doesn't always mean miscarriage. Learn the causes, warning signs, and when to seek care.
- First Trimester Ultrasound Photos
- Folic Acid Before Pregnancy: Why It Matters and When to Start Learn why folic acid matters before pregnancy, the right dose, food sources, and when to start for a healthy baby.
- Foods to Avoid in Pregnancy: A Simple, Safe Eating Guide A clear pregnancy food safety guide: what's safe to eat, what to limit, and what to avoid, and why.
- Fourth-month-pregnancy - 4 months pregnant Four months pregnant (weeks 14–17): your baby's growth, changes in your body, and advice for this stage.
- Freezing Embryos, Eggs & Sperm in IVF — and Understanding OHSS: A Patient Guide Patient guide to embryo, egg & sperm freezing in IVF, plus how to recognize and manage OHSS safely.
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Fresh vs Frozen Embryo Transfer in IVF: Which Option Is Right for You? Learn the differences between fresh and frozen embryo transfer in IVF, and which factors help decide the best option.
- G-Spot Amplification: Understanding G-Spot Augmentation Learn what the G-spot is, how G-spot augmentation works, and what to expect from this simple in-clinic procedure.
- Gender Selection Explained: How Sex Selection Before Pregnancy Works Learn how gender selection works—from diet and timing to PGD—explained by Dr. Layyous, a fertility specialist.
- Gender Selection Explained: How Sex Selection Before Pregnancy Works Learn how gender selection works—from diet and timing to PGD—explained by Dr. Layyous, a fertility specialist.
- Genetic Causes of Male Infertility: What You Should Know Learn how genetic factors like Klinefelter syndrome can cause male infertility and what symptoms to watch for.
- Gestational Diabetes (Diabetes During Pregnancy)
- Getting Pregnant Again After a Miscarriage: What to Expect Trying to conceive after a miscarriage? Learn healing timelines, checkups, and tips to support your next pregnancy.
- Girls' Puberty: Stages, Signs, and What to Expect A patient-friendly guide to girls' puberty stages, timing, and common questions, from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in Pregnancy: What Every Mom-to-Be Should Know GBS in pregnancy explained: what it is, how it's tested, and how it's safely managed to protect your baby.
- Gynecology Ultrasound Photos 1
- Gynecology Ultrasound Photos 2
- Having Daughters: A Blessing, Not a Lack of Luck Why having daughters is a blessing, not misfortune—social, emotional, and family value explained.
- Heart Disease in Pregnancy: What Every Expecting Mother Should Know Understand how pregnancy affects heart disease, warning symptoms, and how careful care protects mother and baby.
- Heartburn During Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Tips Learn why heartburn happens in pregnancy, its symptoms, and safe lifestyle and diet tips to find relief.
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- Herbs and Women's Health: Benefits, Risks, and Safe Use Learn how herbs affect women's health, hormone balance, and menstruation, and when to seek expert medical advice.
- High bile salts during pregnancy- Obstetric Cholestasis
- Hormonal Acne and Women's Health: When to See a Gynecologist Learn how hormones cause acne, when it signals a gynecological issue, and how it can be treated.
- Hormones and Female Libido: What Really Affects Sexual Desire in Women Learn how estrogen, testosterone, and prolactin affect female libido, and when to seek expert advice.
- Hospital Bag Checklist for Delivery: A Complete Guide to Prepare for Labour Day Complete hospital bag and delivery-day checklist to help you feel calm, organized, and ready.
- How Infertility Affects Couples — and How to Protect Your Relationship Understand how infertility affects couples emotionally and learn practical ways to strengthen your relationship during treatment.
- How Modern Fertility Labs Help Improve IVF Success Discover how advanced IVF lab technology and skilled teams support healthier embryos and better outcomes.
- How to Boost Fertility Naturally for Men and Women: Tips to Improve IVF Success
- How to Get Pregnant with Twins: Causes, Methods, and Risks Explained Curious about twin pregnancy? Learn the genetic factors, fertility treatments, and risks involved, with guidance from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- How to Write a Birth Plan: A Friendly Guide for Expectant Mothers Learn what to include in your birth plan, when to write it, and why staying flexible helps you feel confident during labour.
- Human Cloning Explained: Myths, Facts, and What It Means for Fertility Treatment Understanding human cloning: how it works, its risks, and why it matters for fertility science today.
- Hysterectomy (Removal of the Uterus): Reasons, Types, Procedure and Recovery Understand why hysterectomy is recommended, the surgical options available, and what recovery involves.
- Hysteroscopy Explained: How It Helps Diagnose and Treat Infertility Learn how hysteroscopy diagnoses and treats uterine issues affecting fertility, from fibroids to adhesions.
- Hysteroscopy Photos
- Hysteroscopy Videos
- ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection): How It Works, Who Needs It, and What to Expect Understand ICSI step by step — who may benefit, how sperm and eggs are handled, and what happens before embryo transfer.
- ICSI success factors after 40 What affects ICSI success after 40: egg quality, ovarian reserve, embryo testing, sperm, the uterus and lifestyle, explained by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Improving Egg Quality Before IVF and ICSI: Lifestyle Tips and Antioxidants That Can Help Learn how sleep, nutrition, weight, and antioxidants like CoQ10 may support egg quality before IVF or ICSI.
- Improving the Uterine Lining Before Embryo Transfer: PRP, Growth Factors & More Learn how PRP and growth factors may help improve uterine lining before embryo transfer in IVF.
- IMSI Sperm Selection: Advanced ICSI Technology for Male Infertility Learn how IMSI uses high-magnification sperm selection to help improve ICSI outcomes for male infertility.
- In vitro fertilisation (IVF): a clear guide What IVF involves at every stage, who it is for, what can go wrong — and this clinic’s own success rates by age.
- Infantile (Hypoplastic) Uterus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Learn about infantile uterus, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and fertility treatment options explained by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Infertility Frequently Asked Questions - Answers to Questions about Infertility and its Treatment
- Infertility Treatment Options: Female and Male Infertility Explained Learn how female and male infertility are diagnosed and treated, from medication to surgery and IUI options.
- Inside the IVF Laboratory: A Look at How Embryos Are Cared For Take a guided look inside the IVF lab and see how embryologists care for eggs, sperm, and embryos.
- Instrumental Delivery (Vacuum and Forceps): What Expecting Mothers Should Know Learn when vacuum or forceps delivery may be needed, how it's done safely, and what to expect for you and your baby.
- Interesting cases
- Intimate Hygiene and Care During Menopause and Aging: A Gentle Guide for Women How menopause affects intimate health and gentle, expert-backed care tips to stay comfortable and confident as you age.
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI): Success Rates, Risks, and How It Works Learn how IUI treats infertility, who benefits most, success rates, and what to expect during the procedure.
- IUD (Intrauterine Device) Contraception: Types, Benefits, and What to Expect Learn how IUDs work, their types, benefits, side effects, and who should consider this contraception option.
- IVF After 40: Understanding Your Chances with Late Motherhood How age affects fertility after 40 and how IVF, testing, and lifestyle choices can support your journey to pregnancy.
- IVF and ICSI Photo Gallery: Inside the Embryology Lab See real IVF and ICSI lab photos showing oocytes, embryos, and key fertilization steps explained.
- IVF and ICSI Videos: See the Lab Process Step by Step Watch real IVF and ICSI lab videos showing egg, sperm, and embryo steps explained simply for patients.
- IVF FAQs: Your Questions About In Vitro Fertilization Answered Common patient questions about IVF, ICSI, timelines, costs, and success factors, answered by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- IVF Myths vs Facts: What Patients Should Really Know Clear, doctor-reviewed answers to common IVF myths — helping you make informed fertility decisions.
- IVF Symptoms Explained: What to Expect at Each Stage of Treatment Learn what symptoms are normal during IVF stimulation, egg retrieval, and embryo transfer, and when to call your doctor.
- IVF, ICSI Failure - Treating Failed In Vitro Fertilization - what is IVF Failure Understand why an IVF or ICSI cycle can fail, which tests help find the cause, and what can be changed next time.
- Kidney Problems During Pregnancy
- Labiaplasty & Vulvo-Vaginal Repair: Gentle Guidance from Dr. Najeeb Layyous Learn about labiaplasty, vaginal tightening, and prolapse repair - causes, symptoms, and treatment options explained clearly.
- Laparoscopy (Keyhole Surgery) in Gynecology: Uses, Procedure, and Recovery Learn how gynecological laparoscopy diagnoses and treats fibroids, cysts, endometriosis, and infertility.
- Laparoscopy Operations Videos
- Laparoscopy Photos 1
- Laparoscopy Photos 2
- Laparoscopy Photos 3
- Laparoscopy Photos 4
- Links to ultrasound Photos Slide Show
- Links to Various Articles in Gynaecology and Obstetrics
- Low Libido in Women: Common Causes and How to Feel Like Yourself Again Understand what causes low sex drive in women and explore gentle, doctor-guided ways to restore desire and comfort.
- Male Age and Sperm Quality: How They Affect IVF Success Learn how male age and sperm health affect IVF outcomes, and what steps can help improve fertility results.
- Male Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism: Causes, Symptoms & Fertility Treatment Learn about male hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, its causes, symptoms, and fertility treatment options with Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Male Infertility Causes: A Patient's Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment Options Learn the main causes of male infertility, how doctors diagnose them, and when to seek expert fertility care.
- Male Infertility Diagnosis: Tests and Evaluation Explained A clear guide to how male infertility is diagnosed, from history and exam to semen and genetic tests.
- Male Reproductive System In short: The male reproductive system consists of the testicles, the penis, the prostate and the seminal vesicles. The testicles produce sperm and testosterone, and a sperm takes about 60 days to…
- Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Options Understand menopause symptoms, causes, and HRT options, with guidance from Dr. Najeeb Layyous to help you manage this transition confidently.
- Menopause Weight Gain: Why It Happens and How to Manage It Understand why weight gain happens during menopause and discover practical, doctor-informed tips to help manage it.
- Menstrual Cycle FAQ: What's Normal, What's Not, and When to See a Doctor Common questions about periods answered—cycle length, pain, clots, stress, and when to see a gynecologist.
- Mental Health in Pregnancy: Coping Tips and When to Seek Help Understand emotional changes in pregnancy, simple coping tips, and when to seek support from your doctor.
- Microfluidic Innovation for sperm sorting (MFSSI) Learn how microfluidic sperm sorting (MFSSI) selects healthier, more motile sperm for ICSI and when it may help.
- Microsurgical Sperm Retrieval from the Testicle - Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction (Micro-TESE) Micro-TESE explained: how sperm is retrieved from the testicle under a microscope, who it is for, and what to expect.
- Modern Techniques in Diagnosing and Treating Infertility Modern infertility tests and treatments: ovarian reserve, male genetic tests, AI sperm search and the 2025 WHO guideline, and which tests to avoid.
- Modern Techniques in Gynaecology Modern gynaecology: keyhole and robotic surgery, HPV tests and vaccines, endometriosis diagnosed without surgery, and new fibroid and menopause treatments.
- Molar Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Understand molar pregnancy — symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options, explained clearly by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Müllerian Duct Anomalies: Understanding Uterine Abnormalities and Their Treatment Learn about congenital uterine abnormalities (Müllerian duct anomalies), their diagnosis, and treatment options for fertility and pregnancy.
- Multiple Pregnancy Ultrasound Photos
- Myths and facts about vaginal hygiene
- Natural Birth After a Cesarean Section: Is VBAC Right for You? Learn who qualifies for a natural birth after a previous C-section, the benefits, risks, and how it's safely monitored.
- Natural Ways to Relieve Menopause Symptoms from Low Estrogen Discover safe, natural ways to ease menopause symptoms like hot flashes and mood changes.
- Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy or hyperemesis gravidarum
- Newborn Care and Breastfeeding Guide: A Complete Guide for New Parents A caring guide to breastfeeding, bathing, and daily newborn care, with signs to watch for and when to call your doctor.
- Newborn Characteristics: A Parent's Guide to Your Baby's First Weeks Understand your newborn's reflexes, skin, sleep, and health signs—expert guidance from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Newborn Feeding Schedule: A Gentle Guide for New Parents A simple, patient-friendly guide to building a newborn feeding and sleep schedule that works for your baby.
- Ninth Month Pregnancy - 9 months pregnant Nine months pregnant (weeks 36–40): your baby's final growth, signs that labour is near, and when to go to hospital.
- Numb Hands During Pregnancy: Causes, Warning Signs, and Relief Why hands feel numb or tingly in pregnancy, when it's serious, and how to find relief.
- Obesity and Fertility: How Weight Affects Your Chances of Conceiving Learn how obesity affects fertility in women and men, plus practical tips to support a healthier weight and conception.
- Oligohydramnios
- Omega-3 During Pregnancy: Why It Matters for You and Your Baby Learn why Omega-3 fatty acids support your baby's brain and eye development and your own wellbeing in pregnancy.
- Oocyte Maturation and Development - Oocytes at different stages - Sperm photos
- Oral Health During Pregnancy: Why Your Dental Care Matters Learn why oral health during pregnancy matters and how good dental care protects you and your baby.
- Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Fertility Considerations Learn the early signs, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options for ovarian cancer, plus fertility preservation advice.
- Ovarian Cysts During Pregnancy
- Ovarian Cysts: Types, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment Options Learn about ovarian cyst types, symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Ovarian Reserve Explained: Egg Count, Testing, and What It Means for Your Fertility Understand ovarian reserve, what affects it, how it's tested, and your options if it's low.
- Pain During Intercourse: Causes, Treatments, and How to Regain Comfort Learn the physical and emotional causes of pain during intercourse and the treatment options that can help.
- PCOS FAQ: Answers to Your Questions About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Trusted answers to common PCOS questions—symptoms, diagnosis, fertility treatment, and pregnancy risks.
- PCOS Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment (Now Renamed PMOS) Understand PCOS/PMOS symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options, and how Dr. Layyous helps patients manage it.
- Pelvic Adhesions and Infertility: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Learn how pelvic adhesions cause infertility, why they form, and which treatments—including surgery and IVF—can help.
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & When to See a Doctor Understand PID symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment, and learn when to seek expert gynecological care.
- Physiological Changes in Pregnancy: How Your Body Adapts Learn how your body changes during pregnancy and why understanding these normal shifts matters for your care.
- physiological ICSI - Physiological Selection of sperm for ICSI (PICSI)
- Piezo-ICSI: A Gentler Injection Technique to Help Protect Egg Health and Support Fertilization Learn how Piezo-ICSI may gently improve fertilization and egg survival during IVF, especially for certain patient groups.
- Piles (Hemorrhoids) in Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms & Safe Treatment Understand why hemorrhoids happen in pregnancy, their symptoms, and safe treatment options to ease discomfort.
- Plasma Injection for Urinary Incontinence: A Non-Surgical Option for Women Learn how PRP plasma injection may help women with urinary incontinence avoid surgery and improve quality of life.
- Post-Pregnancy Diet: A Gentle, Healthy Eating Guide for New Moms Simple, safe post-pregnancy diet tips for new mothers to regain strength, support breastfeeding, and feel their best.
- Postmenopausal Bleeding: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options Bleeding after menopause needs prompt evaluation. Learn common causes, risk factors, and treatment options from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Postnatal Exercises - Exercises after delivery
- Postpartum Depression: Symptoms, Causes, and Support for New Parents Understand postpartum depression symptoms, causes, and treatment options, and learn when to seek support after childbirth.
- Postpartum Hemorrhage: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Understand postpartum hemorrhage causes, prevention, and treatment options explained by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Postpartum Recovery Guide: Caring for Your Health After Delivery A gentle, practical guide to postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and family planning after childbirth.
- Pre-Conception Care: Preparing Your Body for a Healthy Pregnancy Learn what pre-pregnancy checkups, tests, and lifestyle steps help support a healthier pregnancy journey.
- Pre-Eclampsia and Pregnancy Hypertension
- Precocious Puberty in Children: Causes, Signs, and Treatment Options Learn the causes, signs, and treatment of precocious puberty in children, and when to seek expert medical advice.
- Pregnancy 3D Ultrasound Scan Photos For Obstetricians
- Pregnancy Advice: A Trimester-by-Trimester Guide to Staying Comfortable and Healthy Practical, doctor-informed pregnancy tips on rest, diet, clothing, and common symptoms to watch for.
- Pregnancy After 35: Risks, Tips, and How to Support a Healthy Conception Understand the risks of pregnancy after 35 and practical, doctor-backed tips for a healthier conception and pregnancy.
- Pregnancy and Eid: A Healthy Mom's Guide to Celebrating Safely Practical, doctor-backed tips for a healthy, comfortable Eid during pregnancy.
- Pregnancy Cravings and Food Aversions: What’s Normal and When to Seek Help Understand why pregnancy cravings and food aversions happen, how long they last, and when to consult your doctor.
- Pregnancy Diet and Lifestyle: What to Avoid and What to Eat Simple, doctor-guided tips on foods, habits, and activities to avoid or embrace for a healthy pregnancy.
- Pregnancy Exercises
- Pregnancy month by month: what to expect How your baby grows and how you will feel, month by month — with length and weight at every stage.
- Pregnancy Nutrition Guide: What to Eat at Every Stage for a Healthy Mom and Baby A trimester-by-trimester pregnancy nutrition guide covering folic acid, calcium, and vitamin D from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Pregnancy Symptoms After Embryo Transfer and When to Take the Pregnancy Test Are there symptoms that confirm pregnancy after embryo transfer or ICSI? Why is the pregnancy test done 14 days after transfer?
- Pregnancy Video clips
- Pregnancy Warning Signs: A Guide to Recognizing Emergencies Learn the key pregnancy warning signs and what to do in an emergency to protect you and your baby.
- Pregnancy Warning Signs: When to Go to the Emergency Room Know the pregnancy warning signs that need urgent care to help keep you and your baby safe.
- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis - Overview, Indications and Conditions, Process - Pre-implantation diagnosis by embryo biopsy
- Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (Early Ovarian Failure): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for premature ovarian insufficiency from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options Understand PMS symptoms, causes, and treatment options, and learn when to seek expert gynecological care.
- Preparing for IVF: A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients A friendly, complete guide to preparing for your IVF cycle—tests, lifestyle tips, and emotional readiness.
- Preterm Labor: Signs, Causes, and How It's Managed Understand preterm labor and premature rupture of membranes: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and care options.
- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy in IVF: Supporting the Endometrium and Weak Ovarian Reserve Learn how PRP therapy may support endometrial thickness and ovarian function during IVF treatment.
- Questions Related To Four Dimensional Ultrasound
- Questions Related to sexual Topics
- Ramadan Nutrition for Pregnant Women: Healthy Iftar & Suhoor Ideas Patient-friendly Ramadan diet tips and sample iftar/suhoor meals for pregnant women, including guidance for gestational diabetes.
- Rare cases in gynecology | Dr Najeeb Layyous
- Recovery After Gynecological Surgery: A Patient's Guide to Healing Well A patient-friendly guide to recovering safely after gynecological surgery, from hospital care to home recovery.
- Recurrent Miscarriage: Causes, Risk Factors, and What You Can Do Understand the causes of recurrent miscarriage and how proper evaluation can guide the path toward a healthy pregnancy.
- Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Women: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment Learn why UTIs keep coming back, how they're diagnosed, and treatment options to help you feel better.
- Repeated Implantation Failure Causes And Treatment Why do good embryos sometimes fail to implant repeatedly? Causes, tests that reveal them, and useful treatments, with Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Rh Factor, Atypical Antibodies, and the Anti-D Injection in Pregnancy Learn how Rh factor antibodies affect pregnancy, why Anti-D injections matter, and how doctors protect your baby.
- Robotic Gynecological Surgery: How It Works, Benefits, and What to Expect Learn how robotic gynecological surgery works, its benefits, recovery time, and who is a good candidate.
- ROSI (Round Spermatid Injection): A Hope for Men with Severe Male Infertility Learn how ROSI helps men with azoospermia when no mature sperm is found, and what studies show about outcomes.
- Sclerosing Therapy for Endometriomas: A Fertility-Friendly Alternative to Surgery Learn how ethanol sclerotherapy treats ovarian endometriomas while helping preserve ovarian reserve and fertility.
- Scrotal - testicular Ultrasound Scan Photos
- Second Month Pregnancy - 2 months pregnant
- Second Trimester Ultrasound Photos
- Sepsis in Pregnancy: Causes, Warning Signs, and Treatment Learn what causes sepsis in pregnancy, its warning signs, and how it is diagnosed and treated.
- Seventh Month Pregnancy - 7 months pregnant
- Sex During Pregnancy: What’s Safe, What to Expect, and When to Be Cautious Is sex safe during pregnancy? Learn about changes in desire, comfortable positions, warning signs, and when to avoid intimacy.
- Sex Education Explained: Building Knowledge, Confidence and Healthier Relationships A patient-friendly guide to sex education: anatomy, fertility, contraception, STIs, and consent.
- Sexual Attraction and Attractiveness: The Science Behind Chemistry Between Partners Explore the science of sexual attraction, pheromones, and hygiene tips that support confidence and intimacy.
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Genital Warts: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment Learn about STD symptoms, testing, and treatment options, including genital warts, from Dr. Layyous's gynaecology clinic.
- Signs That Labor Is Near: How to Know It's Almost Time Learn the key signs labor is approaching and how to tell true from false labor contractions.
- Sixth Month Pregnancy - 6 months pregnant Six months pregnant (weeks 22–26): your baby's growth, common symptoms, and the checks to expect this month.
- Sleep and Male Fertility: How Sleep Habits Affect Sperm Health Learn how sleep duration and quality may affect sperm count, motility, and fertility in men.
- Sleeping Problems During Pregnancy: Causes and Helpful Tips Why pregnancy disrupts sleep and gentle, practical tips to help you rest better and protect your health.
- Smoking and Infertility: How Quitting Smoking Can Boost Your Fertility Learn how smoking affects male and female fertility and IVF success, and how quitting can help you conceive.
- Smoking and Pregnancy: Risks and How to Quit Safely Learn how smoking affects pregnancy and safe, proven ways to quit for a healthier mother and baby.
- Sperm Preparation for IUI: How New Lab Techniques May Improve Your Chances Learn how modern sperm preparation techniques for IUI work and how they may support better fertility outcomes.
- Stages of Infant Development: A Month-by-Month Baby Milestone Guide A warm, month-by-month guide to baby development milestones from birth to 12 months, plus safe infant exercises.
- Start Your Baby's Photo Album
- Steroids for fetal lung maturity
- Stress and Infertility: How Stress Can Affect Your Fertility Journey How stress affects fertility in men and women, and simple coping strategies to support your IVF journey.
- Stress and Ovulation: How Your Brain and Ovaries Are Secretly Connected How stress hormones can delay ovulation and disrupt your cycle, and what you can do about it.
- Stress During Pregnancy: Causes, Effects, and How to Cope Learn how stress during pregnancy affects mother and baby, and safe ways to manage it.
- Success Rates of IVF - ICSI - TESA - TESE - Success Rates IUI
- Swelling During Pregnancy: Causes, Normal Signs, and When to Worry Learn why swelling happens in pregnancy, what's normal, and warning signs that need a doctor's attention.
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) In Pregnancy
- Technologies in Modern Pregnancy Care Modern pregnancy care: NIPT blood test, pre-eclampsia screening with aspirin, 3D/4D ultrasound and treatment before birth, and why it matters.
- Thalassemia and Pregnancy: What Every Mother-to-Be Should Know Thalassemia and pregnancy: risks, monitoring, and prevention options explained by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- The ART of In Vitro Fertilization - The A.R.T. of Making Babies - hope in the hearts of couples who suffer from infertility
- The Future of Fertility Treatment: New Technologies Transforming IVF Explore exciting advances in fertility treatment, from AI and stem cells to egg freezing and gene editing.
- The Hymen and the Wedding Night: Scientific Facts and Misconceptions
- The importance of 4D ultrasound imaging in pregnancy
- The Latest Technologies in IVF and ICSI The latest IVF and ICSI technology explained: AI embryo selection, time-lapse, Piezo-ICSI and sperm sorting, and which advances are proven.
- The Placenta: Your Baby's Life-Support System During Pregnancy Learn how the placenta nourishes your baby, its key functions, and possible complications to watch for.
- Thickened Endometrium: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options Explained Why the uterine lining thickens, what it may mean, and how it's diagnosed and treated.
- Third Month Pregnancy - 3 months pregnant Three months pregnant (weeks 9–13): your baby's development, common symptoms, and the tests due this month.
- Treatment in Jordan for Patients Coming from Abroad How patients from the Gulf and abroad plan IVF and gynaecology care with Dr. Najeeb Layyous in Amman: WhatsApp consultation, travel dates and your stay.
- Twin Pregnancy: What Every Expecting Mother Should Know Learn about twin pregnancy types, causes, risks, and delivery timing from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Umbilical Cord Blood: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How Cord Blood Collection Works Learn what cord blood is, how it's collected, and its potential uses — explained simply by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Understanding Fertilization: How Conception Happens and What Affects Fertility Learn how fertilization and implantation happen, and what factors affect fertility for couples trying to conceive.
- Understanding the Vagina: Normal vs. Abnormal Vaginal Discharge & Infections Learn about vaginal anatomy, normal vs. abnormal discharge, infection causes, and prevention tips from Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Unexplained Infertility: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Understand unexplained infertility—its possible causes, diagnostic steps, and treatment paths from IUI to IVF/ICSI.
- Urinary Incontinence in Women: Causes, Types & Treatment Options Understand urinary incontinence causes, types, and treatments, including the TVT procedure, explained by Dr. Najeeb Layyous.
- Urinary Tract Infections During Pregnancy
- Use of hormonal pills to delay periods in Ramadan
- Uses of 4D Ultrasound scan
- Uterine Fibroids: Types, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment Options Understand uterine fibroid types, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options, including fertility considerations, explained clearly for patients.
- Uterine Septum Removal (Hysteroscopic Metroplasty) for Recurrent Miscarriage Learn how hysteroscopic uterine septum removal may help women with recurrent miscarriage and infertility.
- Vaccination During Pregnancy: What Every Expecting Mother Should Know Learn which vaccines are safe in pregnancy, why they matter, and how they protect you and your baby.
- Vaginal pH Explained: Why Vaginal Health Depends on the Right Balance Learn what vaginal pH means, what disrupts it, and how to protect vaginal health naturally.
- Varicocele and Male Infertility: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Varicocele and male fertility explained: the grades, the ultrasound-only “subclinical” varicocele that does not need surgery, why smoking matters, and when treatment really helps.
- Videos about the Reproductive System
- Vision Changes During Pregnancy: Causes, Concerns, and What to Do Blurred vision in pregnancy? Learn common causes, warning signs, and when to see a doctor.
- Vulvar and Vaginal Hygiene: A Gentle, Patient-Friendly Guide to Intimate Care Trusted guide to vulvar and vaginal hygiene: natural balance, daily care tips, and when to see a gynecologist.
- Weight Gain During Pregnancy: A Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy with Excess Weight Learn how weight affects pregnancy, healthy weight gain by trimester, and tips to reduce risks safely.
- Weight Loss Supplements for Women
- Weird Factors That Could Affect Your Fertility
- What Happens to Your Muscles During Menopause - and How Can You Deal With It? Menopause affects muscle strength and size; learn the causes and ways to protect yourself through exercise and nutrition.
- What you should do before and after surgery
- When to See a Gynecologist: A Patient's Guide to Routine Care Learn how often to see a gynecologist, what checkups involve, and warning signs needing prompt care.
- Why Annual Gynecological Exams Matter for Your Health Learn why yearly gynecological exams matter for early detection, prevention, and lifelong reproductive health.
- Wound Care After Surgery: A Patient’s Guide to Healing Safely Simple, doctor-guided tips for wound care after surgery to help you heal safely and avoid infection.
- Your Body After 30: 7 Natural Changes Every Woman Should Understand (Not Fear) Discover 7 normal body changes women may notice after 30, and when it's time to see a gynecologist.
Nothing matched that Try a shorter word, or clear the filters to see all 313 guides.
313 of 313 guides have their full text on the new site so far. The rest are being brought across from layyous.com — every one already has its own page.
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
Ask directly. Most questions are quicker to answer than to search for.