Tension peaks as an expectant mother starts experiencing harrowing Braxton Hicks contractions, and increased pelvic pressure at the end of the third trimester or in the 37 to 40 weeks period. It is usual for the would-be parents to be anxious when travelling to the hospital for delivery. Having the hospital bag ready in advance […]
While pregnancy is wonderful, the final few weeks can be taxing on both the body and mind. Many pregnant women feel exhausted throughout the third trimester. Even after a full night’s sleep, you may feel as though your energy has not returned. As the body prepares for childbirth, new challenges emerge. Third-trimester fatigue is common […]
Pregnancy changes a lot about your body, especially in the last few months. You might notice a lot of new feelings as your body gets ready for childbirth. Many moms-to-be worry about numb legs in the third trimester. You might feel a slight tingling, short-term numbness, or a “pins and needles” feeling that moves through […]
Pregnancy fuels hormonal shifts in a woman’s body. Each stage of the pregnancy has its unique physical and emotional challenges. But what remains constant all through is stress and anxiety about childbirth. It is, however, deemed normal to feel overwhelmed over labour, delivery, and/or the responsibility of motherhood. That said, excess stress can easily have […]
Maintaining oral health is a relatively simple process and is often taken lightly; it is, however, paradoxical that compromised oral health can affect a woman’s reproductive health, impact male fertility, and even affect the health of the pregnancy. Oral hygiene focuses on keeping all parts of the mouth like, the teeth, tongue, and gums, clean. […]
A mother’s voice is the auditory connection between the womb and the world. The foetus develops auditory pathways during the early part of the second trimester, and the baby begins to hear sounds by the twenty-fourth week. The womb now becomes a medley of rhythmic internal sounds, with the mother’s voice being the primary sensory […]
The birth of a child fills the lives of parents with real joy and happiness. Not only does the moment mark the arrival, but it also presents a situation where parents have to take a call regarding the preservation of their child’s umbilical cord blood at the time of birth. Research shows that stem cells […]
Concern for the well-being of their children is second nature to parents. With around 60,000 infants diagnosed with cancer every year in India, new parents often consider stem cell therapy as the definitive approach. Transplantation of stored stem cells can help rebuild the haematopoietic and immune systems to treat a wide variety of cancer like […]
The idea of labour pain baffles many moms-to-be, leaving them guessing what it will feel like and how long it will last. While every birth is different and has its own unique pace, knowing the physical signs of true labour can be of great help, as it lets you know when you are about to […]
Preparing for the arrival of your child involves a beautiful, albeit slightly overwhelming, whirlwind of preparations. Between picking out the perfect nursery decor and finding a paediatrician you truly trust, your heart and mind are already working overtime to protect your little one. Amidst these milestones, several critical medical decisions demand your attention—Most significantly, the […]