Now that you know you are pregnant and you have come a long way through your pregnancy and within a few days, you will be having your labor and delivery. On average, your pregnancy will last for almost 40 weeks or a little more than that. So, when you are in the 31st to 34th weeks of your pregnancy, you need to take extra care of your health as yoRead More
The Third trimester Tests are performed throughout your pregnancy to ensure the health of you and your baby. In the third trimester, several tests can be performed to make sure that everything is going well. You will have at least one ultrasound scan during this time, usually between weeks 30 and 34 of your pregnancy.
It is time to get ready for bRead More
This must be a term that most of you are already familiar with. For a better understanding, here is what you need to know. The surgical removal of the skin that covers the tip of the penis is known as male circumcision. The foreskin is the name given to this section of skin. Circumcision is not something you consider on a daily basis. Unless, of coRead More
Braxton-Hicks contractions are the type of contractions that simulates the actual ones and helps the body prepare for delivery. They do not, however, result in labor. True contractions occur only when the body is in the process of going into labor. Braxton-Hick’s contractions are named after the physician who had originally characterized them. TheyRead More
Parents who are expecting, go through a number of decision-making sessions even before their baby is born. They need to make some vital decisions. These can range from things like naming the baby, choosing a pediatrician, breastfeeding vs. formula feeding, and so on. Nowadays they are increasingly being forced to consider whether they need to bank Read More
Not sure what to expect from your pregnancy week by week during the final weeks? YOUR PREGNANCY WEEK BY WEEK: WEEKS 35-40 helps you discover how your baby is growing and changing, what symptoms you may experience, what precautions to take during the last five weeks of pregnancy, and more.Read More
Everyone knows that yoga has countless health benefits, so it makes sense that expecting moms would want to include this healthy activity in their lives. But there are a few yoga poses, like the headstand shoulder stand that should be avoided during pregnancy. Whether you are a yoga newbie or an expert, being pregnant means that your body is going Read More
You have been waiting nine months to meet your baby. Your due date is approaching, and you may be both excited and anxious about the big day. As you prepare for the start of labor and delivery, it is good to know what to expect. This can help you focus on enjoying this time with your infant.Read More
You may have heard a lot about what to expect when labor begins, but every woman and her labor is different. There is no single sign that means you are starting labor. You might have some, or all these signs, or none of them at all. If you start to have these signs, read “Am I in labor?” for more information about what to do next.Read More
Whether you are delivering in a hospital, birthing center, or at home, your medical team will provide the necessities to care for you and your brand-new baby. But because you will be away from home during this special time, you might want to pack some personal things that can make your experience a little more comfortable and enjoyable.Read More
Although each labour is unique, there are some stages that all laborers follow. We will help you understand what to expect as you progress through your phases of labour.
Most pregnancies last about 40 weeks. During that time, your baby goes through several developmental milestones, and You, too. You will feel physical changes as your body goes thrRead More
Your pregnancy will take a time span of around 9 months, that is, almost 36 to 40 weeks (about 9 months) or a little more. When your pregnancy period ends, you are most likely to experience labor pain and cramps related to labor in your back and abdomen as your body and thus the uterus is preparing for the birth of your baby and so you might also hRead More
Now that you are very much close to your childbirth, you might be thinking about what is going to happen in your labor and during your delivery. Many mothers-to-be plan for a C- section, also known as a ‘Cesarean’ process during their childbirth. But it is important to know and analyze whether this process is required for you, or do you need a C- sRead More
While your little one will be provided with most of the supplies in the hospital, some items are worth taking along. Bring a car seat and infant carrier (it is required to take your baby home, and why not bring it right away?), a going-home outfit, any personal blankets, or pacifiers you want in that first photo, diapers, wipes, and diaper cream, aRead More
When you are about to give birth to your child and you are preparing for labor, you must know about the different methods and types of childbirth that your doctor might recommend for you according to your condition. Before you are preparing yourself for childbirth, it is very crucial for you to know in vivid detail each method of child birth along Read More
To get to be a parent is a great blessing, and giving birth means embracing a lot of unexpected changes. The experience is different for every mom. Sometimes your baby may arrive very quickly. At other times, not so fast. The speed with which you receive the good news is determined by a few factors, including how quickly labor progresses.Read More
After giving birth to the baby, and coming back to your home, the one and only thought that would twirl the mother’s mind would be about her baby. She would be thinking of ways to take care of her newborn, collecting all the information she needs to know, going through magazines and articles, and would be all ready to face her upcoming future.Read More
Today, more women than ever before are having cesarean deliveries, sometimes or more often known as C-sections, which is a medical operation that involves making an incision in the belly and uterus to deliver a baby.
If you have previously had a cesarean delivery (C-section), it does not totally guarantee you will have to do it again; instead, youRead More
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 75% of new moms begin nursing their newborn babies, but many cease doing so within the first few months, either partially or fully. Concerns about insufficient milk production are one of the most prominent causes of this.Read More
When your pregnancy ends, you begin to experience your labor pain and eventually move towards childbirth. It is certainly painful, but a wonderful experience to give birth to a child and hear its first cry. But sometimes, due to some physical complications, emergency conditions might arise during the time of labor or childbirth. So, during that emeRead More
Whether you want to go with breastfeeding or formula feeding is your very own personal choice. As a new parent, it is one of the most essential decisions you will have to make. Both have their own kind of advantages and disadvantages. Some people are not comfortable around mothers who are breastfeeding. Those who treat you badly for not feeding youRead More
As you have already welcomed home your newborn, it is now time to be a good mother and to take utmost care of your baby. This is the time to nurse and caress your baby so that the baby receives the most care and love. But there are certain issues that may arise during this time and these problems should be solved as soon as possible for the wellnesRead More
When your little one is at home, it is time to feed the baby so that the newborn baby derives all the necessary nutrients and proteins from its mother’s milk. But there are certain problems that might arise with the job of breastfeeding itself. One such can be a low supply of milk during breastfeeding. This health problem will trouble both the mothRead More
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 75% of new moms begin nursing their newborns, but many cease doing so within the first few months, either midway or fully. Concerns about insufficient milk production are one of the most prominent causes of this. The majority of breastfeeding mothers can produce enough breast milk Read More
Feeding your baby within one hour of birth helps get breastfeeding off to a good start. The first time you breastfeed after delivery is called “first latch.” Your baby needs to have the first latch with colostrum, which is the most nutritious part of your milk. Babies are born ready to eat, so if you and your baby are doing well, you can attempt thRead More
