The food that a woman consumes during the entire period of her pregnancy, and especially during the third trimester, builds the foundation for her baby’s healthy future. The endless flavours of Indian cuisine offer adequate nutrition. A well-balanced third-trimester diet plan should contain macronutrients, carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals. […]
Pregnancy
Is Saffron Milk Safe in 9th Month?
Carefully plucked from the crocus sativus or saffron crocus flower, saffron or kesar is among the most exotic spices in India. These floral stigmas are known for their culinary uses. According to the traditional system of medicine in India, saffron is used to treat various health issues. This article provides a formal analysis of the […]
What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Delivery (Complete Checklist)
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 […]
Third Trimester Fatigue: Causes & Solutions
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 […]
Numbness & Tingling in Legs During Third Trimester: Causes and Remedies
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 […]
How Third Trimester Stress Affects Pregnancy and Your Baby
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 […]
Oral Health During Pregnancy: Why It Matters
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. […]
How Mother’s Voice Affects Foetal Brain Development
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 […]
Signs of Labour Every Mom-to-be Should Know
Can C-section Mothers Bank Cord Blood? What should you know?
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 […]