PREGNANCY MYTHS
There are many pregnancy myths that you get to hear from people when you are pregnant. Let’s discuss some of the most misunderstood pregnancy myths.10 MOST COMMON PREGNANCY MYTHS MYTH #1: You shouldn’t travel while pregnant Flying or taking a car trip is not harmful to you or your baby’s health. However you should..
CHANGE IN SENSES DURING PREGNANCY
Pregnancy brings a variety of changes to the body which can be hormonal as well as physiological.You may also experience a shift in your 5 senses. Foods you used to love may taste bad, certain smells get smellier, which is due to hormone estrogen. Following are some of the common changes in your senses that you may experience..
BREASTFEEDING DURING PREGNANCY
Many women decide to breastfeed throughout pregnancy while others decide to wean (introducing an infant to adult diet while withdrawing the supply of mother’s milk).Is it safe to breastfeed while pregnant? It is perfectly safe to breastfeed during pregnancy. While your unborn child receives all the nutrients they require, your body...
BENEFITS OF DRINKING COCONUT WATER DURING PREGNANCY
Coconut water besides being refreshing and tasty may also contain some important nutrients that might be beneficial in pregnancy.1: Hydrates Coconut water can be a great option during pregnancy as it is hydrating and provides electrolytes. But nothing can compare the hydration power of water.2: Replaces lost electr..
DENGUE DURING PREGNANCY
Dengue is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.Dengue During Pregnancy: A pregnant woman already infected with dengue can easily transmit the dengue virus to her foetus during pregnancy or at the time of birth. Dengue increases risk of complications such as low birth weight, pre-term birth and even foetal death..
ANEMIA DURING PREGNANCY
Anemia is a condition in which there are not enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to your body organs. Anemia is also referred to as low hemoglobin, which can result in tiredness and weakness.ANEMIA IN PREGNANCY: A pregnant woman is said to be anemic if her hemoglobin is less than 11 g/dL...
PCOS AND PREGNANCY
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that affects how a woman’s ovaries work and affect their hormone levels during their childbearing years. Pregnancy Complications in PCOS If you have PCOS, you might struggle to get pregnant. Having PCOS can increase your risk of some complications during...
MISCARRIAGES: signs, types, causes, symtpoms & pevention
Miscarriage (also known as early pregnancy loss) is when a baby died in the womb (uterus) before the 20th week of pregnancy.Miscarriage (also known as early pregnancy loss) is when a baby died in the womb (uterus) before the 20th week of pregnancy. About 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. But..
FOODS TO EAT AND AVOID DURING PREGNANCY
For a healthy pregnancy it is necessary to have a healthy and balanced diet which will promote the growth and development of your baby.Here we will discuss foods that are beneficial and foods that should be avoided during pregnancy.FOODS TO EAT DURING PREGNANCYDairy products Dairy products including milk,...
B Belly During Pregnancy
Many pregnant people experience having a B belly in pregnancy, also known as a Plus Size Double belly, but it doesn’t get discussed very often.What is a B belly? A B belly or double belly during pregnancy is one that seems to have a crease or band in the centre, dividing the belly into a top and bottom half, similar to the capital ..