By the sixth or seventh month of your baby’s life, you might find yourself shopping for new clothes because they have outgrown their current ones. Are you surprised? Don’t be! Your baby is growing beyond your imagination- an occurrence known as growth spurts. What are Growth Spurts? Growth Spurts are the intense period of growth […]
The uterus, also known as the womb, is a unique organ shaped like an inverted pear. It is in the pelvic cavity, sitting above the urinary bladder and in front of the rectum. For women who have never given birth (nulliparous women), the average size of the uterus is approximately 7.5 cm (3 inches) in […]
The hormonal and immunological changes during pregnancy can cause your body and mind to undergo several changes—swelling, tiredness, emotional turmoil, and so on. It is also not uncommon for you to feel hot flashes, but at times, you might just have to keep the thermometer close to you. Fever is also normal during pregnancy. When […]
Love and care for your child begins from the time you’re nurturing the little one inside you. Baby care in winter safety goes a notch up from the moment you hold your little one in your arms. They are newborns after all! As new parents, you will feel worried during the change of season. Due to […]
Your pregnancy journey is both exciting and hectic. Nurturing another life within you is not an easy task. You go through a lot. You feel puckish, itchy, tired, get stretch marks on the belly, etc. This aside, you might have to be a little more careful with teeth and gums. The gums may be a […]
Congratulations new mommy! You’ve given birth to a sweet little bundle of joy after nine long months. Finally, you’ve made it through all the stages of pregnancy, labour and childbirth. However, the pelvis is still hurting. Isn’t it? Yes! It’s natural. Pelvis Changes During Pregnancy The pelvis comprises the hip bones, the tailbone, and a […]
In basic scientific research-related questions cell culture is an essential and versatile tool. It refers to the growth and expansion of cells in the laboratory. The process of cell culture is carried out in a culture dish. Cell cultures are used for research in the field of medicine and to diagnose infections. The dish gradually […]
Once you have a newborn in your house, you have many visitors (friends, relatives and caregivers) trying to take the baby in their arms and play with him/ her. While they are busy with your little one, be careful about one thing, they shouldn’t shake the baby. What is Shaken Baby Syndrome? Shaking your little […]
With pregnancy comes hormonal changes. A hormonal flux affects the entire body and mind. For instance, there’s swelling in your body. You feel moody and tired. Also, you’ll have breast changes and pain from conception to delivery. The breasts feel full and heavy with a tingling sensation. This is because they are getting ready to […]
Oxytocin (love hormones) is an extraordinary hormone that also functions as a neurotransmitter. These hormones act as chemical messengers in the brain while getting attracted and attached romantically. It further helps in pregnancy, makes the uterus contract during labour and promotes breastmilk production after the baby’s birth. Once the baby is born it is the […]