“It is the most powerful creation to have life that is growing inside you. There is no bigger gift” Beyoncé. The gift of pregnancy is a wonderful phase in woman’s life. But there are a lot of women, who presently are finding themselves little farther from experiencing this gift. Studies show that, around 10% women […]
Pregnancy
Are Firecrackers Harmful for Pregnant Women?
Diwali is here, and it brings with it the sweet aromas of mithais, the sight of fresh flowers adorning doorways, and the loud noise of firecrackers. Although times have changed traditions continue with, of course, a modern twist. Sugar-free mithais are in demand, colourful fairy lights are replacing flower decorations, and green firecrackers are gaining […]
Can Thyroid Dysfunction Cause Miscarriage?
If you have heard about hypothyroidism or have already been diagnosed with it, then it is natural for you to wonder how it will affect your pregnancy. Whether it can cause severe complications or lead to miscarriage Is something you might be worried about. However, with proper information and timely treatment, you can protect yourself […]
Is Intermittent Fasting Safe During Pregnancy? Well, The Right Question Is, Do You Even Need To?
What to Expect If You Go in For A C-Section
How To Maintain Your Sanity During Pregnancy?
From preparing the nursery to purchasing the infant’s clothing, bibs, blankets and wipes; you as a would-be-mother must be having a platter full of plans before your baby’s arrival. However, it’s not just about your little bundle of joy, your mental and emotional well-being is equally important. Blame it upon the soaring estrogen and progestorene […]
Should You Say “Yes” or “No” to Coffee During Pregnancy?
Yes! We all know motherhood demands a lot of sacrifices and readjustments of likes and dislikes. And giving up on her favourite coffee may be just one of them. However, we have some good news for all the would-be mom’s coffee fanatics. They can continue their love-affair with coffee during their pregnancy. But needless to […]
Should You Be Co-sleeping With Your Baby? Know the Pros and Cons
The practice of co-sleeping may be controversial in several parts of the world, but co-sleeping existed as a common norm in several cultures prior to the late 1700s. Some Indian parents still don’t purchase a crib or cradle after they have their baby. They, rather prefer to have their baby curled up next to them […]
Important Pregnancy Vaccines that Mommies-to-be Should Get
During pregnancy, your body undergoes a lot of immunological changes that leave you and the baby in your womb susceptible to certain infectious diseases1. These infections are responsible for morbidity and mortality in mothers, neonatal and even infants. Since the immune systems of neonatal and preemies are not fully developed, they are at a greater […]
What Is The Importance Of The Cord That Connects You To Your Baby?
Some poets have taken the poetic liberty to phrase the umbilical cord as “the string of life”. We don’t deny that either. That’s because, during pregnancy, it is this cord that connects the mother to the baby physically and emotionally. And undeniably, this is the route to love and nurture, while the baby is still […]