Pregnant Women

Pregnancy vaccination schedule: Here's how vaccines protect both moms and babies from serious illnesses

Vaccination during pregnancy is safe, effective, and essential. It gives babies a head start in life and ensures that mothers stay protected through one of the most critical periods of health.

Pregnancy complications: Expert-recommended tips to manage common body aches and pain

Common pregnancy discomforts and relief: Pregnancy can come with pain, ache and discomfort. Here’s how with mindful self-care and regular check-ins with your gynecologist, most body aches can be managed properly.

Bleeding and hypertension leading causes of maternal death, WHO study

A study by the World Health Organization (WHO) suggests that hemorrhage and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia were the leading causes of maternal deaths in 2020. Experts stressed the urgent need for better maternal healthcare, early detection, and treatment to prevent these avoidable deaths.

Coffee while pregnant: Less than 200 mg is safe, but also consider the caffeine in teas and soda

When you’re pregnant you get a lot of advice on what to eat and what to avoid. And coffee is one hot topic where everyone seems to have a different opinion. If you love your morning cuppa, here’s the lowdown on what health organisations advise on coffee-drinking for pregnant women.

Zika virus symptoms in pregnant women: Watch out for fever, joint pain, headache, more

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause fever, rash, and joint pain. It is particularly concerning for pregnant women as it can lead to severe birth defects in newborns. Here are 10 symptoms of zika virus.

Lifestyle tips: Is Sunscreen safe during pregnancy? Here are ingredients to use and avoid

Lifestyle tips: Using sunscreen is crucial, especially during pregnancy when skin can be more sensitive to UV rays. However, choosing the right sunscreen involves more than just checking the SPF. Opt for physical sunscreens with natural ingredients to ensure safe and effective sun protection during pregnancy.

Health benefits of ginger: Tips for consuming this spice in summer and who should avoid this

Health benefits of ginger: It is a flowering plant native to southeast Asia known for its spicy flavour and medicinal properties. It is also used as a natural remedy for nausea, indigestion and cold symptoms. Here are some tips for consuming ginger during summer season.

Everything you need to know about vaginal discharge, when you should be cautious

Vaginal discharge is a natural and vital aspect of a woman's reproductive health. Practicing good hygiene, avoiding irritants, and seeking medical attention for abnormal changes can help maintain vaginal health.

Temperature rise in India due to climate change poses health risks to pregnant women: study

With India projected to experience a rise in annual temperatures by 1.7 to 2.2 degrees Celsius by 2030, the number of individuals exposed to extreme heat conditions is on the rise.

City apologises for advising pregnant women to cook and clean for husbands

A Japanese mayor has apologised after a public outcry over a flyer issued to pregnant women advising them on what most irritated husbands after their wives became mothers

Cancers on the rise in pregnant women: study

The number of pregnant women diagnosed with cancer has increased over the past couple of decades, according to an Australian study that said it was perhaps due in part to the older age of expectant mothers as well as better cancer detection methods.