Pregnancy

Preeclampsia, a multi-system, hypertensive disorder, often afflicts expectant mothers after 20 weeks of gestation. This disorder affects almost 5 to 8% of all pregnancies worldwide. Preeclampsia is the third leading cause of both maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. Detecting the early signs of preeclampsia during pregnancy and taking preventive measures is therefore imperative to […]

Breakfast is an essential meal for everyone, especially for a would-be mother. The body works overnight, breaking down complex carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, while using up the glucose for tissue repair and supporting the foetal growth as the mother sleeps. On waking, a pregnant mother’s body requires an optimal morning meal to stabilise blood sugar and […]

Foetal activity generally increases during the third trimester. Expectant women often feel the baby’s kicks, rolls, nudges and hiccups as the labour approaches. Foetal hiccups are usually felt as very light rhythmic twitching or repetitive pulses in a specific part of the abdomen. The baby’s hiccups in the womb indicate that the baby’s nervous and […]

The pregnancy journey can be a unique experience for every woman. Alterations in hormonal levels and cardiovascular adaptations are among the many significant physiological changes that take place in a woman’s body during pregnancy. While symptoms like morning sickness, fatigue, and loss of appetite are considered quite common during pregnancy, nosebleeds or medically known as […]

The third trimester of pregnancy brings unique changes to the would-be mother. The growing belly during this period impacts sleep quality and mobility, while causing back pain, breathing issues, and digestive problems. In most cases, a sudden loss of appetite in the 9th month of pregnancy causes more anxiety to the mother than harm to […]

Anaemia is a widespread medical condition afflicting Indian women during their pregnancies. Poor quality or an inadequate number of red blood cells are the root causes of this ailment. Acute deficiency of iron, folate and Vitamin B-12 in an expectant woman’s diet leads to pathological anaemia during pregnancy. A mother’s red blood cell and plasma […]

Down syndrome is the consequence of an atypical cell division. It is a common genetic condition first described by the English physician John Langdon Down. A set of specific symptoms that always occur together in individuals with this chromosomal anomaly has led it to be called “syndrome” or Down syndrome. This article highlights the screening […]

Various mothers experience pregnancies differently. While some give birth vaginally only after the 40th week of pregnancy or full-term pregnancy, others may face premature labour or emergencies, like their water might be broken before the contractions start. When an expectant woman’s water breaks before the 37th week of pregnancy, and labour doesn’t start immediately after, […]

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. […]

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 […]