Tag: Pregnancy

Everyone agrees about exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby. There is no doubt about the nutritional benefits it could provide a baby....

Pregnant women need 600 mcg folate in early pregnancy to avid neural defects in the newborn. Toss up dishes with leafy greens like spinach and kale, crucifers like broccoli, and versatile veggies like okra, squash, asparagus, and beets. Snack on nuts, seeds, and citrus fruits. Get your carbs from whole grains, but keep a watch on the intake if they are folic-acid fortified.

Ask any woman to describe her experience with pregnancy, and food cravings will definitely figure in the conversation. Food cravings, and crazy ones at...

Cesarean section or c-sections is a widely-known surgical type of birth method. During the procedure, an incision is made in the mother's abdomen and...

Every pregnant mom will have her own anxieties when she carries her little love. Even when they enjoy pregnancy, worries about the health of...

Dads-to-be, welcome to the world of pregnancy. You might be surprised or panicked to see the new avatar of your wife. She may laugh...

Acetaminophen has long been the pain reliever of choice for pregnant woman in the United States. For fever and pain during pregnancy, doctors often recommend...

Muscle cramps are common and almost everybody experiences them once in a while. Although it's not easy to pinpoint the exact cause of a muscle cramp, it's often the result of overtraining, dehydration, fatigue, or pregnancy. Sometimes, holding a certain position for a prolonged period of time can also cause cramps. To obtain relief from the cramps, perform light stretches, massage the area, and apply an ice pack.

Sudden increase in breast size can be alarming. However, hormonal changes associated with puberty, pregnancy and periods can all cause the breasts to change size over time. These changes are temporary. Weight gain can also cause an increase. Breast cancer, also characterized by enlarged breasts, can be detected early on using a breast self-examination. Evaluate all possible causes to determine the root of the problem.

To keep a check on your baby's health and developmental progress, various screenings and tests are done during those 9 months. Screening tests are...

A preterm birth is one that occurs before the 37th week of pregnancy. Prematurely born babies, often called preemies, may suffer from a great...

Whether you want a natural birth or a Cesarean, you need to be prepared in the first place. There are many things pregnant women...

Kombucha is a fermented health drink prepared using tea, sugar and live bacteria. This drink originated more than 2000 years ago in a region called Manchuria in China and has become a global rage over the last few years. It has numerous health benefits and may contain minimal levels of alcohol. Though it can be prepared at home and is safe for consumption, people must know about its effects.

One should definitely avoid having sex immediately after childbirth because it can cause bleeding, increases risk of uterine infection and ruptures wounds that are still healing. The recommended wait time is between 4 and 6 weeks after delivery. Even after this, women may struggle with low libido, less lubrication, and low self-esteem. It's important to feel emotionally and mentally ready, before having sex again.

Did you know that your acne can be a side-effect of your birth control? Certain forms of contraception like androgen-based oral pills, depot shots, hormonal IUDs, and sub-dermal implants can cause acne. They contain the male hormone, androgen, that triggers breakouts. If your birth control is causing acne flare-ups, talk to your doctor and consider using an alternative form of contraceptive.