Navigating Uncertainties – A Closer Look at Bleeding and Spotting During Pregnancy
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Navigating Uncertainties – A Closer Look at Bleeding and Spotting During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a rollercoaster ride, where you get to experience boundless joy and anticipation, but you also cannot escape moments of concern and trepidation.  The moment you see slight bleeding or spotting during pregnancy, your apprehensions loom large. Don’t let your anxiety kick in yet.  Read on to understand the intricacies of bleeding and spotting…

Dear dads, wondering how to support the pregnant women in your life?

Dear dads, wondering how to support the pregnant women in your life?

Men, more often than not, find it confusing when a woman in their life is pregnant. So here are some simple things you can do to make her feel better. This is written by a mom who wanted better understanding and support from the men around her during pregnancy and delivery. Here’s simplifying pregnancy for…

Shoulder Pain during Pregnancy – Normal or Alarming?

Shoulder Pain during Pregnancy – Normal or Alarming?

Shoulder pain is a problem faced by 40% of pregnant women. Like other aches, shoulder pain can be normal in pregnancy. Why does pregnant women have shoulder pain? In the first trimester, your body releases an hormone called ‘relaxin’, which helps your body grow and change for your developing little one. Relaxin does this by…

What are the reason for a cesarean section and elective?

What are the reason for a cesarean section and elective?

The national C-section rate is 21.5%, higher than what the World Health Organization terms ideal”, 10-15%, according to the National Family Health Survey.  47.4% babies born in private sector via C-section, far above 14.3% in govt facilities, NFHS shows. “Is there a recommended rate for Cesarean Section?” The short answer is NO. It is just…

Varicose veins during pregnancy and the remedies

Varicose veins during pregnancy and the remedies

Pregnancy is truly a wonderful phenomenon. But, it sure is not always a smooth ride. It’s a wholesome package with a lot of pleasantries and a miasma of physical, mental and emotional effects. Being aware of them, however, helps cope with them when a condition arises. Mindfulness helps to avoid panic and tackle unexpected physical…

What happens if my baby is in breech position?

What happens if my baby is in breech position?

A breech pregnancy occurs when the baby is positioned head-up in the woman’s uterus, so the feet are towards the birth canal. Unlike normal pregnancy, where the baby’s position is upside down during labor, breech pregnancy possesses a few different challenges for both mother and baby. Your baby usually turns head down to prepare to…

Femtech and healthcare – an interview with our Doctor.

Femtech and healthcare – an interview with our Doctor.

While the rest of the world has a list of health care professionals to seek help for pregnancy from, like – Obstetrician, general physician, mid-wife, nutritionist, therapist,… we Indian women have grandmothers (apart from a gynecologist) whose advice is explicit during pregnancy. But, come on, it’s almost 2022 and fem-tech is something our grandmothers can’t…

Veganism – Is it healthy to go vegetarian during pregnancy?

Veganism – Is it healthy to go vegetarian during pregnancy?

India – The land of culture is constantly evolving with global influence. Adaptation to western culture has blurred Indian cultural concepts at least since the millennial generation. So keeping up with the trend, veganism is spreading wildly here in India! In a country dominated by dairy in the traditional Indian diet, until recently, vegan options…