Why are regular antenatal check-ups essential during pregnancy?

Regular antenatal visits are crucial for all soon-to-be mothers as they help prevent pregnancy complications. Read on to know more about antenatal check-ups. Pregnancy is a magical, enthralling time for women. Your baby is growing inside you, and many new changes are taking place as your body is transforming to accommodate the growing foetus. This period is surreal. However, at…

Obesity in pregnancy

Obesity in pregnancy has become common these days. We find over weight and obese women who become pregnant. Though there can be some underlying medical disorders which led to the lady being obese but often it is sedentary lifestyle and poor eating habits which can alone be identifies as a risk factor.  Recently, delivered a woman with BMI= 56, weighing…

Pregnancy Diet: Foods to Eat While Pregnant

Pregnancy Diet: Eating healthy is essential for the well-being of both the mother and the baby and that is why it’s important to watch what you eat when you are expecting. Here’s a guide for you! Eating healthy and nutritious food is a necessity in all phases of life but it becomes even more important when you are expecting a…

Yoga Poses to Do During Pregnancy

Pregnancy Yoga: Fatigue, painful cramps, mood swings, morning sickness and whatnot! Your body goes through many changes during pregnancy and while it is a beautiful experience, it also has its stresses. That is why it’s advisable to practice yoga exercises that will help relax your mind and rejuvenate your body. Pregnancy is both a beautiful as well as a challenging…

Ectopic pregnancy

Pregnancy is a delightful phase for many but at times, it may go wrong. Normally, pregnancy should occur in the cavity of the uterus, but if it occurs outside it, it can be quite problematic. Severe lower abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and fainting can sometimes signal an ectopic pregnancy. It can even lead to death if not identified and treated…

EXERCISES IN PREGNANCY: AMERICAN GUIDELINES

Exercise in pregnancy is important for well being of the mother and fetus. Much confusion exists on the type of exercise that can be done, the amount of exercise, and the benefits. Also fear exists what if something goes wrong. Much research has gone into all these aspects. It would be advisable for readers to read the following scientific content…

Exercise in Pregnancy

SAFE EXERCISES IN PREGNANCY DR NEHA GUPTA Reprinted with permission of the American College of Sports Medicine Pregnancy Physical Activity     Pregnancy is a unique time and opportunity to optimize health behaviors. All women without contraindication should be physically active throughout their pregnancy, including previously inactive, those with gestational diabetes and those overweight and obese. Women should discuss pregnancy…

Nutrition in Pregnancy

Preg is a special time – full of joy, excitement, apprehension and advises Correct Knowledge of what to eat often missing from busy OPDs Very important to eat right- meet demands of growing fetus Myth=Eat for two…. instead eat twice as healthy Extra calories ( fourth month onwards) 350 Cal/ day@single baby 600 Cal/ day@twins 900 Cal/ day@ triplets Take…

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