Can a high risk pregnancy be prevented?
High-risk pregnancies seem to be increasing day by day, and the first thought that enters a mom-to-be or someone planning their pregnancy is, “Can high-risk pregnancy be prevented?”. Make these smart choices There are no shortcuts or prevention methods to avoid high-risk pregnancy; however, there are various methods that you may include in your life […]
Recurrent Miscarriage
What you need to know about recurrent miscarriages Suffering a miscarriage can be a difficult experience that is often shrouded in secrecy and taboo. The physical pain of miscarriage is accompanied by the emotional pain of grief for a loss that may have been planned or deeply desired, but never fully known. Statistically, 10 -15% […]
Managing a High Risk Pregnancy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Most Effective Ways to Manage High-Risk Pregnancy A high-risk pregnancy is one that poses a danger to the health of the mother or baby. If you’re facing this situation, it’s important to know what to expect as your pregnancy progresses. Here’s a look at the effective ways to manage high-risk pregnancy issues. Educate yourself […]
What is a “High Risk Pregnancy”?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Pregnancy is a time of great change and excitement for parents-to-be. However, it can be a time of uncertainty and anxiety as well. What are the chances that my baby will be born prematurely or have other health problems? How can I reduce my risk of having a child born with birth defects? These are […]
Top Breastfeeding Problems
Seeing the words ‘breastfeeding’ and ‘problems’ in the same sentence can be both surprising and daunting. Breastfeeding is something that has been widely touted for its amazing benefits for both mother and baby. But to ensure that its potential is harnessed to the fullest, it is important to see to it that the whole experience […]
Breastfeeding Position & Latch
For a new mother, it is quite a beautiful and challenging feeling to realize that she is solely responsible for nourishing the infant that she is just getting to know. After the rather overwhelming childbirth experience, breastfeeding is the next hurdle that she must learn to master. All that you need to know about successful […]
Basics of Breastfeeding for new moms
The breastfeeding journey like pregnancy can be one that is so different for every woman. Some have smooth sailing while others have to go through rough seas so the important thing to remember is to never fault yourself when you are faced with feeding roadblocks or and to always ask for help when the need […]
Benefits of Breastfeeding
They say breastmilk has everything that is necessary to sustain a baby during the first 6 months of their life and even longer. This very fact in itself is proof enough of the remarkable benefits of breastfeeding. The key thing to understand is that it is not just the baby that is going to benefit […]
Myths related to Gestational Diabetes
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source=”post_title” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:32|text_align:center”][vc_column_text]Pregnancy is always meant to be a positive experience for the mother-to-be and for those around her as well. While mothers want to do everything in their power to ensure that they deliver a healthy baby without any complications, there could be a bombardment of information, hacks, tips and advices from all around. […]
Birth Defects and Gestational Diabetes
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source=”post_title” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:32|text_align:center”][vc_column_text]Gestational diabetes is a condition when the blood glucose level is elevated during pregnancy in a woman undiagnosed with diabetes prior to this. When not controlled and managed well this can be life-threatening as it is often associated with long-term complications affecting every system and part of the body. That said, it is […]