Pregnancy Guide

C-section

Planning a vaginal birth after a c-section? Here is what you should know

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 12, 2018 at 05:27pm

Once a caesarean, always a caesarean is no more true but it is once a caesarean, always a hospital delivery cause it involves more risk to both mother and baby compared to vaginal delivery without prior caesarean section. There is always a chance for vaginal delivery after c-section.
Medication

Should you take OTC drugs during pregnancy?

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 11, 2018 at 08:20pm

The problem caused by medicines taken by the mother is that they can cross the placenta and enter the baby's bloodstream. This is because the medicine particles are small enough to cross the placental barrier along with the nutrients needed for the baby's development. The effect any medicine has on the developing baby depends on the medicine itself and the trimester of pregnancy.
Miscarriages

Can miscarriages be prevented?

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 08, 2018 at 05:49pm

Dr.Bandita Sinha, Consultant gynaecologist & Fertility Specialist tells us the common causes of miscarriages and what one can do to prevent one.
Exercises

You should not do these exercises when you are pregnant

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, October 04, 2018 at 09:26pm

Exercise is important during pregnancy but you need to know what to do and what not to during pregnancy. Find all about the don'ts during pregnancy here.
Ovulation

Woman, want to get pregnant? Reduce your stress levels

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 04, 2018 at 02:05pm

It was thought that stress affects both men and women equally and reduces a couple's chances of conception manifold. But new study says it affects women more and not men.
Fish

Want to have brainy kids? Your diet must include fish + these other foods during pregnancy

Posted By Upneet Pansare, September 24, 2018 at 06:54am

The study results revealed that infants whose mothers ate fish three or more times a week during the last trimester of their pregnancy fared better than those whose mothers ate no fish or only up to two portions per week. Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids within the fish, along with other nutrients like vitamins D and E are responsible for brain development.
Premature ejaculation

How kegel exercises benefit your pelvic floor muscles

Posted By Upneet Pansare, September 23, 2018 at 09:38am

Kegel exercises are famed for their ability to help your sex life by making you last longer in bed. But Kegel exercises have some other benefits too. Exercise your pelvic floor regularly.
Pregnancy diet

Here is why pregnant women should eat fish

Posted By Debjani Arora, September 21, 2018 at 06:39pm

Eating fish ensures that the mother s diet is rich in long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids which help to shape the nerve cells that are relevant to eyesight and particularly the retina.
Second pregnancy

5 causes of secondary infertility in women and what to do about it

Posted By Debjani Arora, September 20, 2018 at 12:16pm

Sometimes it is difficult to ascertain the cause of secondary infertility and the reason behind the inability to conceive for the second time remains unexplained.
Brain

Preterm babies are more likely to suffer from these 5 conditions

Posted By Upneet Pansare, September 20, 2018 at 10:16am

A research has found that preterm birth is linked to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Here are some conditions that parents of preterm babies need to be cautious about.

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Fish

Want to have brainy kids? Your diet must include fish + these other foods during pregnancy

Posted By Upneet Pansare, Sep 24, 2018 01:24 AM

The study results revealed that infants whose mothers ate fish three or more times a week during the last trimester of their pregnancy fared better than those whose mothers ate no fish or only up to two portions per week. Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids within the fish, along with other nutrients like vitamins D and E are responsible for brain development.

Premature ejaculation

How kegel exercises benefit your pelvic floor muscles

Posted By Upneet Pansare, Sep 23, 2018 04:08 AM

Kegel exercises are famed for their ability to help your sex life by making you last longer in bed. But Kegel exercises have some other benefits too. Exercise your pelvic floor regularly.

Pregnancy diet

Here is why pregnant women should eat fish

Posted By Debjani Arora, Sep 21, 2018 13:09 PM

Eating fish ensures that the mother s diet is rich in long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids which help to shape the nerve cells that are relevant to eyesight and particularly the retina.

Brain

Preterm babies are more likely to suffer from these 5 conditions

Posted By Upneet Pansare, Sep 20, 2018 04:46 AM

A research has found that preterm birth is linked to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Here are some conditions that parents of preterm babies need to be cautious about.

C-section

Inducing labour does not increase the risk of c-section, says study

Posted By Debjani Arora, Aug 31, 2018 12:02 PM

For the past two decades it was believed that inducing labour doubled the chances of cesarean deliveries but the new study showed that it can in fact lower the chances and allow in a smooth and much manageable labour.

Maternal health

The HbA1c blood test in the first trimester can predict chances of gestational diabetes

Posted By Debjani Arora, Aug 21, 2018 07:59 AM

an HbA1c blood test at the start of pregnancy can help to plan the pregnancy better and help one avert the complications of gestational diabetes.

Breast care

Breastfeeding: How a mother should prepare during the antenatal phase or pregnancy

Posted By Debjani Arora, Aug 12, 2018 11:23 AM

A breast examination during pregnancy can help a mother prepare better for breastfeeding.

Underweight

Women: How does weight affect your fertility?

Posted By Aishwarya Iyer, Aug 11, 2018 14:11 PM

Being overweight or underweight can be a matter of serious concern, especially for a woman. No, we aren't saying this because certain top brands don't have your size of clothing but because it could actually affect your fertility. Read why this is so.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mothers with symptoms of PCOS are more likely to have an autistic baby

Posted By Debjani Arora, Aug 02, 2018 11:53 AM

While it is difficult to say if high levels of testosterone impact fetal brain development but it increases the likelihood of having an autistic child

Baby

World Breastfeeding Week 2018: Can your baby be allergic to breast milk?

Posted By Aishwarya Iyer, Aug 02, 2018 08:40 AM

Feeding your munchkin can well, be your biggest source of joy, but do you know that your infant can be allergic to this breast milk? Read how to identify it and solve the problem.

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