Diwali is a celebration full of light, laughter, tastes, and time with the family. However, if you are pregnant during Diwali, the festivities may seem a bit too much for you – bright lights, loud crackers, late-night parties, and infinite sweets. The good news is that a few thoughtful decisions and simple safety measures can […]
Pregnancy
Low Amniotic Fluid Levels: Causes, Risks, and Remedies
Without amniotic fluid, a pregnancy wouldn’t be possible. The fluid acts as a cushion for the baby. It is the main source of lung and bone development. Additionally, the fluid keeps the umbilical cord smooth and tangle-free. When the amount of fluid around the baby is extremely low, a situation called oligohydramnios, it is a […]
Breast Cancer During Pregnancy: Symptoms Every Mom-to-Be Must Know
Pregnancy is truly a wonderful journey—a journey filled with expectation, amazement, and such a mix of feelings that it is very difficult to express in words. Every tickle, every heartbeat, every new mound of your body speaks the story of the origin. Still, in the middle of this miracle, there can be instances of doubt. […]
How to Manage Varicose Veins During Pregnancy
The nine months of pregnancy are great, but they come with some unpleasant physical changes. The expectant mothers often complain of varicose veins during pregnancy. Varicose veins are the swollen, twisted veins that are often visible on the legs. These veins can cause numerous discomforts, such as aching, heaviness, or even sharp pain in the […]
How Cord Blood Banking Today Could Help Treat Alzheimer’s Tomorrow
Alzheimer’s disease presents one of the most significant health challenges we face today. With more than 55 million people worldwide affected by dementia—60-70% of whom suffer from Alzheimer’s—the search for new treatments has never been more urgent. Currently available therapies primarily focus on alleviating symptoms, but doctors and scientists are increasingly turning to regenerative medicine […]
Hydration in Pregnancy: How Much Water is Enough?
Everyone should ensure they are well hydrated. Hydration in pregnancy is even more crucial. Water plays a vital role in supporting the mother’s increased blood volume, maintaining the amniotic fluid, facilitating nutrient transport, and significantly contributing to the baby’s growth and development. However, many expectant mothers remain confused about how much water to drink during […]
Mental Health Checklist for Pregnant Women
Pregnancy brings plenty of joy and happiness in a woman’s life, but it also marks a remarkable transformation in moms-to-be, both physically and mentally. Visuals of clothes, cribs, and baby gear keep floating in the minds of expectant mothers, intensifying their anticipation about the baby’s arrival. However, too much elation or excitement can affect them […]
8 Surprising Benefits of Eating Dark Chocolate in Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an amazing experience, but it is not always perfect. It can result in mood swings, tiredness, and cravings that are not planned at any moment of the day or night. One of the most typical cravings is chocolate. While many expecting mothers are curious to know whether the consumption of chocolate during pregnancy […]
How Malnutrition During Pregnancy Impacts the Mother & Baby
Experiencing malnutrition during pregnancy is one of the most distressing situations a woman can face in her life. It is not only her health at stake, but also that of the little one inside her. A mom-to-be’s diet, however, remains the crux of the entire process. In the case of a worldwide scenario, malnutrition during […]
Itchy Belly During Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions
Pregnancy is a beautiful adventure, with nine months of dreams, enthusiasm, and many changes inside and outside the body. However, the joy of parenthood comes with certain discomforts. Itchy belly during pregnancy is a common problem. Some moms-to-be may feel slight discomfort, and some may find it enough to keep them up at night. We […]