Itchy / Scratchy/ Red Marks in Pregnancy
Growing pregnant uterus causes the skin around the belly to stretch and the oil glands are not able to meet their normal moisture requirement. Itching is common in pregnancy caused by raised levels of certain chemicals in the blood. Skin condition like eczema might flare up in pregnancy. You could help prevent mild itching by…
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Indian Spices in Pregnancy and Myths Attached to Them
Here are a few things you should know about the consumption of Indian spices in pregnancy and the myths attached to them: KESARNo, it doesn’t help to lighten the baby’s complexion. Skin colour is genetic characteristic. Rather, It helps in digestion Reduces bloating Induces good sleep Releases your anxiety Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are…
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How to Sleep in Pregnancy
Sleeping in any position is generally fine in first trimester of pregnancy. GREAT! Sleeping on your back is generally considered safe throughout the first trimester. WOW! Stomach sleeping is OK until you reach about weeks 14- 16. UNBELIEVABLE! Side Sleeping Later on in advanced pregnancy resting on your side — right or left — gives…
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How to Increase Breast Milk?
Factors which decrease milk supply during breast-feeding: 1.waiting too long to start breast-feeding, not breast-feeding often enough, supplementing breastfeeding, an ineffective latch previous breast surgery may affect milk production. To boost milk production: Breast-feed as soon as possible. Waiting too long to start breast-feeding can contribute to a low milk supply. Hold your baby skin…
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Heart Burn During Pregnancy
Gut muscles are relaxed. Slow emptying of stomach. Stomach opening and exit rings are relaxed causing acid reflux. Growing baby pushing the stomach up. Even if water burns: The mantra – Rule of half – half chapati, half sandwich, half banana. Solids and liquids at 30 minutes interval. Sitting in vajra asana after meals. Eating…
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Haemoglobinopathy
Haemoglobinopathy such as thalassaemia are inherited blood disorders. If you’re a carrier of thalassaemia gene, you can pass these health conditions on to your baby. If the mother is found to be a carrier, screening is also offered to the father. If you find out you’re a carrier, you and your partner will have the…
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Foods to Avoid in Pregnancy
Any unpasteurised cow’s milk, goat’s milk or sheep’s milk. Unpasteurised dairy products may contain listeria. Listeriosis can lead to miscarriage, still birth or make new born baby very unwell. Meats such as chicken, pork and beef, as long as they’re well-cooked are safe. Cold, pre-packed meats are safe. But be careful with cold cured meats,…
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Exercises During Pregnancy
Exercising regularly during pregnancy keeps you fit, increases your energy levels and can help you cope better with labour. It improves mood, posture, muscle tone, and has been shown to decrease rates of gestational diabetes, C-sections and high blood pressure (preeclampsia). Here is a list of exercises that are good for you during pregnancy: Vajra…
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Emergency Contraceptive / Morning After Pill
The morning-after pill is meant for backup contraception only. Emergency contraception is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if birth control method has failed e.g., condom leak. Morning-after pills do not end a pregnancy that has implanted. It works primarily by delaying or preventing ovulation and making uterine environment hostile. In overweight or…
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Can a pregnant woman sleep during an Eclipse?
There is absolutely no scientific rationale behind the myth linking abnormalities in the baby with lunar or solar eclipses. Superstitions: In different parts of the world – Stay indoors during the eclipse: It has long been believed that eclipse could cause facial deformities or birthmarks in baby. There’s not a single scientific explanation why pregnant…
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