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Diet during pregnancy

7 winter tips for gorgeous skin during pregnancy

Posted By Editorial Team, November 30, 2018 at 11:22am

Winters can be especially harsh on pregnant women. Take care of your delicate skin with these tips.
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8 winter diet tips for pregnancy

Posted By Upneet Pansare, November 29, 2018 at 06:30pm

If you are pregnant, this winter, you need to be cautious about your diet. Up your immunity, lower your chances of infections and ensure good health for you and your baby with these tips.
Diaper rashes

Hygiene tips all pregnant women and new moms MUST follow

Posted By Upneet Pansare, November 15, 2018 at 10:45am

A healthy mom equals a healthy baby. Pregnant women and new moms need to take special care of their own cleanliness and hygiene in order to ensure the wellbeing of their babies.
Diabetes mellitus

World Diabetes Day 2018: Here is what you should know about diabetes during pregnancy

Posted By Upneet Pansare, November 14, 2018 at 11:39am

If you are a diabetic and are pregnant, you will need to be aware of certain conditions that your unborn baby could be afflicted with. Get in touch with your doctor and follow his instructions carefully.
diabetes in pregnant women

World Diabetes Day 2018: Precautionary measures all pregnant women should take

Posted By Upneet Pansare, November 14, 2018 at 11:14am

Maintaining a healthy body weight and proper dietary habits can help to regulate insulin levels in the body and keep Type 2 diabetes under control. There are a number of conditions that your unborn baby could be at risk of if you have diabetes.
Pregnancy care

Why pubic hair is shaved during childbirth?

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 30, 2018 at 06:56pm

The pubic area is the region where microbes tend to thrive and grow. If the area is not cleared during pregnancy it can give rise to infection in the baby.
Pregnancy tips

How much protein does a mother need during pregnancy?

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 26, 2018 at 04:51pm

On average, eating three to four servings of protein daily will help you get enough protein and ensure that you enjoy a healthy pregnancy.
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.

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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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