Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) During Pregnancy & Tips To Deal With ItParentingPregnancy by Kathy Fray - May 28, 2020June 18, 20200 Excerpt from book “OH BABY… Birth, Babies & Motherhood Uncensored”Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)I don’t believe most of the risk factors individually would tip so many women over the edge. But add them up: the low status we assign to mothering; the high value Western cultures place on a girlish figure; the isolation of today’s nuclear family; the workplace pressure that sends husbands away from home when their partners need them most; the absence of ritual that would allow the new mother to mourn her lost self; the trauma of Caesarean section or high-intervention birth . . . the surprise should not be how many new mothers are depressed . . . but, rather, how many, in spite of all
Anteverted Uterus Causes & How To Deal With It?Pregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - May 26, 2020May 22, 20200 Uterus is an important organ of the woman’s body, from menstrual cycle to pregnancy every womanly functions takes place in the uterus. If there occurs even a slightest complication with our uterus we start doubting our ability to have kids. Questions like will my uterus be able to bear a kid? Am I fertile now? Why is my menstrual so painful than others? come pushing us with more and more stress. One such complication that we see is anteverted uterus. Today’s topic of discussion is anteverted uterus and the questions revolving around it.Image courtesy: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/Anteverted Uterus & Retroverted UterusThere is set position of uterus in our pelvis, it’s located exactly behind and overlying the bladder. Now, of there is
Side Effects & Benefits Of Castor Oil During Pregnancy & How It Induces Labour?Pregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - May 25, 2020June 10, 20200 Castor oil has been used in Indian household since ages now. Castor oil is a stimulant laxative, it promotes bowel movement and it is used as a home remedy for constipation. Just one teaspoon of castor oil can release all the trapped gases and give your intestines a reboot. Not only that it has properties to improve hair growth, make the hair strand stronger, also it’s essential fatty acids helps to moisturise the skin and improve its texture. Along with these benefits castor oil is also used during pregnancy, let’s see what exactly is the role played by it !How exactly does castor oil work when consumed? Castor oil has a spasmodic effect on the intestine, which stimulates the bowel and
Meaning Of Pre-eclampsia In Pregnancy, It’s Symptoms, Causes & PreventionsPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - May 23, 2020April 19, 20210 Pre eclampsia is a complication occurring during pregnancy that begins around 20 weeks of gestation for some woman or can develop at 32 weeks of gestation as well. It's a problem that occurs in 1 out of 20 pregnancies. If pre eclampsia is left untreated it might lead to eclampsia which causes convulsions and might even cause coma. According to research pre eclampsia occurs in 5-8% pregnant population world wide.What exactly happens in pre eclampsia and can it be prevented?During the third trimester the blood pressure in the pregnant lady is expected to rise. It is likely to go above 140 mmHg systolic and above 90 mmHg for diastolic which is are defined ranges. First and foremost thing is
My One Micro Preemie Survived But The Other Had To Go – Story Of MomHealthKidsPregnancyStories by Mothers - May 22, 2020May 18, 20200 It breaks my heart telling this story about how I lost one of my micro preemie within a month after being born. But I saw that parents need to be aware about every little detail and they must be cautious during pregnancy so they don’t have to face what we had to go through.I got married and within 3 months I got pregnant. Upon getting checked we found that the twins are on their way. Our excitement saw no grounds. Our preparations started, we had started collecting goodies to fill in the baby right from the 4th month only. But in the fifth month of my pregnancy, I started feeling some fluctuations especially related to blood pressure and saw the
What Is Cervix Position During Early Pregnancy?Pregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - May 20, 2020May 18, 20200 Every woman is excited to know about her pregnancy. If you are trying to get pregnant, you would be expecting to observe few reactions in your body which means before taking a pregnancy test at home women can notice certain symptoms. Changes in cervix position during early pregnancy is one of the ways to find out the same. But before jumping into any further lets clear some basic queries first:What is Cervix?Cervix is the lower most part of the uterus and is made up of strong muscles. The function of the cervix is to allow flow of menstrual blood from the uterus into the vagina, and direct the sperms into the uterus during intercourse. The opening of the cervical canal is normally very
What Is The Meaning Of Parachute Reflex In New Born Babies & How To Get Rid Of It?HealthKidsParentingPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - May 15, 2020October 22, 20200 Dealing with new borns is not easy and there are certain things you are absolutely required to be aware of. One of it is parachute reflex. However, reflexes are also of different types. Let's first begin by understanding what is reflex and parachute reflex in new borns.What is a reflex?Reflexes as the name suggests are involuntary movements, they can occur as a part of a stimulus reaction cycle or can occur just as a moment during the daily activity.What importance does infant reflexes have?Infants have a set of primitive reflexes that stay with them for a certain period of time and vanish as they grow. These sets of reflexes being present at a particular age denotes the proper development
Everything On Maternity Benefit Act 1961 For Returning MomsPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - May 4, 2020May 4, 20200 Motherhood is a very big responsibility to take and so is choosing to be a mother. There are a lot of aspects that a woman has to think about before going through pregnancy and motherhood later on. One of the very important point to consider is the financial stability, many women are independent and are working, for them quitting their jobs seems like a long shot to take. Instead many of us prefer to take a break and return, to make this process an easy one the government has implemented the ' Maternity Benefits Act' in 1961, and also an amendment which has been based in 2017: So what exactly is Maternity Benefits Act : Maternity act is passed to safeguard the
Pregnancy Calendar helps you make difficult days easierPregnancy by Sunaina Mishra - April 3, 2020April 8, 20200 Pregnancy is the most difficult time in any woman’s life. Managing life seems to get difficult but not anymore as the pregnancy calendar will make this task easy to manage. If you think that a simple pregnancy calendar would not suffice for this cause, you need to read on. Pregnancy Calendar 1. All in One Pregnancy Calendar This unique pregnancy calendar is available on Amazon and can be ordered online. You can check about different facts related to pregnancy changes that take place in the body, get an insight on the development of the baby and also check out the different do’s and don’ts in the pregnancy period. Indeed, a helpful and worthy product to own.Discounted Price: Rs 641/-Check availability on Amazon 2. Week
5 New Born Baby Products Every Mom NeedsKidsPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 26, 2020March 26, 20200 After welcoming the little munchkin in the world the mother’s wait of nine months to see and be with her baby is over. As special as the moment is so special is the baby. And for special someone we need something which is very special. So today I am listing down a few essential new born baby products that a mom would definitely need. Swaddle clothes Once the baby is out of the mother’s womb the baby longs for the peace and security of the womb. And this purpose is fulfilled by the swaddle cloth. You must have heard the saying ' sleeping like a baby', babies sleep peaceful and carefree but it happens only when they feel secure. This warmth and
Feeding Nighty Is Beneficial, This Doctor Mom Explains Why!Maternity FashionPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 24, 2020March 28, 20200 Being in the house with the newborn is like having to live with the new born's demands, they may look tiny and cute but they can scream out to wake the whole town when they need something. Today, I would like to share my experience with you regarding the usefulness of feeding nighty.When I got my kid home she was underweight and had stayed in the NICU for 10days. So whatever care and needs that had to be given to her was thoroughly thought of at least a million times by me. But owing to the fact that she had started her feed without me in the NICU, she was given formula milk with a dropper.So I missed the initial
What Is A Double Marker Test & Why You Need It During Pregnancy?HealthPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 22, 2020March 22, 20200 Pregnancy of nine months comprises of many developments, both of the baby and the mother. Both of them grow emotionally and physically together. While it may sound a bit awkward but owing to certain reasons the growth of the baby might get hampered and the mother finds herself to be in a position of incapability. So, to avoid such circumstances, the double marker test is done in the 10–13th week of pregnancy to identify any chromosomal genetic anomalies that may be present in the growing fetus.Now the question arises, What is a double marker and how does it determine genetic defects? A sample of the mother’s blood is taken and a Double marker test is done. The double marker implies to beta hCG
How To Prevent Coronavirus? Doctor’s Tips On For Pregnant LadiesHealthPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 21, 2020May 18, 20200 The world is in a state of quarantine, livelihood is at a stay still, everyone is waiting for that one news when everything will return to normal. As everyone knows Coronavirus or covid-19 is new found disease in humans and so many of its traits are still under research. Thus, there is no set guideline to diagnose or treat the patient. But there are a few things that has been repeatedly being broadcasted across the globe, here are some of them to be remembered.WHO's rule of five for Coronavirus: Do the five to help stop coronavirus:HANDS wash them often ELBOW cough into it FACE don’t touch it SPACE keep safe distance FEEL sick? Stay homeThese above five tips will help us
7 Tummy Trimmer Belt After Pregnancy That Will Help You Get Back To ShapePregnancyReviews by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 19, 2020April 1, 20210 Pregnancy belly is one of the many things that are left behind after pregnancy. And sometimes no matter how much we try we definitely need some help to get rid of it. Tummy trimmer belt is one such thing that helps a woman to get back to shape post-pregnancy. Yet, of course, one has to go through exercises and control food habits for best results, but a trimmer belt, also known as post pregnancy belt can also be be used along with all the other methods to get rid of the tummy fat.Best Tummy Trimmer Belt After Pregnancy1. QEESMEI Post Pregnancy BeltGetting back to shape after pregnancy is every woman's desire and nothing helps better than a tummy trimmer belt
13 Cute Pregnancy Gifts For First Time MomsKidsParentingPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 13, 2020March 12, 20200 Pregnancy is the most mesmerising and memorable period in a women’s life. Cute little gestures of people around the lady will make it even more happier for her. Just pulling a chair for her if you see her stand for long, offering her a hand to carry her bags, a glass of water when she looks drenched. These doesn’t sound like gifts for her but trust me she would adore these act of yours like a gift. Apart from these there are few ideas that can be used as pregnancy gift for first time moms. A customised photo frame After delivery the woman would miss the most is the time when she was pregnant, and what best to evoke the memory than
Top 10 Stretch Mark Creams Recommend By Experienced MomsParentingPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 12, 2020August 11, 20200 Along with the pregnancy glow, amazing hair that a women gets during her pregnancy she is also gifted with a black mark through her belly along with stretch marks around. As far as one would try to avoid the stretch marks it decides to appear anyways. One thing my doctor always recommended was to get back to exercise as soon as possible to avoid making these marks a permanent one. Along with that he suggested a pregnancy belly cream which worked wonder. So basing on the research I did with some mommies and the recommendation of the doctor I have jotted down here a few best pregnancy Stretch Mark Creams.Pregnancy Belly Creams for Pre delivery applicationPartially natural - Mederma stretch marks
7 Best Stretch Mark Removal Creams Available In India – Remove & Shine!Pregnancy by Sunaina Mishra - March 11, 2020August 11, 20200 Pregnancy is a tough time for any woman. Post-pregnancy too, it takes time for the mother for coming to terms with their normal life. Among many other things, pregnancy stretch marks are an issue that new mothers face. Getting rid of these is now fairly easy as much best stretch mark removal cream is available.Top 7 Best Pregnancy Belly Creams:Here is the list of best stretch mark removal cream in India available nowadays. Also, we are reviewing it as per quality and Brand which best suited for you1. Omved Anti Stretch Belly Balm/Cream for Pregnancy Stretch MarksThis is among best stretch mark removal cream and is a quick-absorbing cream which has been enriched with Vitamin E and 5 essential oils
6 Reasons Why Moms Must Switch To Front Zip Kurtas For FeedingParentingPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 6, 2020March 4, 20200 Breastfeeding is the most important and integral part of mothering. And no matter how many months old your baby gets one cannot predict the exact moment when your baby would get hungry and want to feed. During such circumstances the mother must be prepared for the same and what is better than an apparel made just for situations like this. Yes I am talking about front zip kurtas for feeding, and here are some reason why they absolutely awesome: Comfortable and convenient during breastfeeding When it comes to comfort wear post pregnancy many of us prefer wearing a simple kurta pairing it with a leggings, it’s a very common choice of many women. The kurta thus is comfortable and the front zipper
Importance Of Self Care For New MomsPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - March 2, 2020March 2, 20200 The strongest sword in the battle is not the one which is constantly being used but the one that is being used and taken care of. All the new moms will definitely relate to this, dealing with a new born baby is no less than a battle, diaper changing alone for instance is the most sweating task that once you get it on you feel you have one. But the next second your baby spoils it, and then you go through the same procedure all through again. Doing all these tasks many woman forget to take care of themselves. Self care for new mom is as essential as breastmilk for babies.Yes ladies, I am serious. Post Pregnancy ComplicationsIncrease in back pain One
Honest Review By A Mom On Baby Nursing PillowPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 28, 20200 When it comes to mother and baby bonding it is enhanced during the time you nurse your baby. The latch, the comfort improves the breastfeeding time and helps the baby to be calm. And one such thing that comes in handy is a baby nursing pillow. It is very essential to maintain a perfect position throughout the breastfeeding so that the baby can feed in peace. After scrolling through a lot of products online I came across this baby nursing pillow on Amazon and ever since then my nursing experience has changed for good. Baybee nursing pillow: What do we look in a good nursing pillow? It's mostly the good shape, wash ability, affordable value, the safety of the baby and most
Types & Features To Consider While Buying A Maternity Pillow OnlinePregnancy by Nancy Kapoor - February 24, 2020July 24, 20200 Pregnancy plays a very important role in a women life. Pregnancy is a boon for every woman but at the time of pregnancy women faces a lot of challenges. A pregnant woman needs rest and must remain stress free. Mostly women are in the stress and pain and so bring ease to the body, supportive maternity products like pregnancy pillows are now in the markets as well as online. These pregnancy pillows help pregnant woman get comfortable position and make them sleep better. Back and neck pains are very common during pregnancy so in order to get stress free nights & sleep peacefully, getting a pregnancy pillow is always recommended.Body pillows are mostly made of pure white duck feather, which
What Do Old Wives Tales Say About Being Pregnant?Pregnancy by Nancy Kapoor - February 21, 2020February 12, 20200 There are many tales old wives mostly tell us about being pregnant. Many of the tales are hilarious you cannot take it seriously unless you can make fun and laugh. Here are some old wives tales am I pregnant.If you hang your marriage ring on one of your hairs above your belly, you can define the baby's sex. If the ring gets swings back and forth then baby expected will be a boy baby. If ring get swings in a circle, then baby will be girl. If you raise your arms over your head, the cord will wrap around the baby's neck. If you look at something that looks ugly while you are pregnant then it will cause the
Top Reasons Behind Stretch Marks & How To Deal With Them?Pregnancy by Nancy Kapoor - February 20, 2020March 4, 20200 Dealing with stretch marks is one of the basic issues for women, which occur not only because of the pregnancy but many other reasons as well. Usually stretch marks are a result of hormonal changes in the body but some of them occur because of the rapid increases in size and weight too. This ensures that almost all pregnant women will experience them to some degree. Scratching causes stretch marks myth which is doing the round has nothing to do with pregnancy. There are other reasons to it. Stretch marks are common in certain circumstances:Most women get stretch marks although their pregnancy period because development of the baby inside makes the skin stretch in numerous ways. Stretch marks sometimes appear
5 Baby Advices On Myths To Help You Handle Your New BornPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 19, 2020February 12, 20200 After the delivery the mother is usually bombarded with tons and tons of advices, and she is stuck in a state of confusion where she can neither neglect them nor follow them. Sometimes, the baby advice for new moms are so thought provoking that they get glued to google and you-tube for hours together. But the reality is some of these advices may be old folk tales and other may be really genuine. So here today we will list down some true and meaningful new baby advices for new moms vs some myths that are not. Myth 1: Babies learn to sleep all night after 3-4 months. Advice for new moms: Create an environment & make them learn to sleep As much as we
Facing Difficulties In Breastfeeding? These Tips Should HelpParentingPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 18, 2020February 12, 20200 Since breast milk is the best source of all nutrients for the baby, breastfeeding might not be a very breezy walk in the park. For outsiders it might look easy but breastfeeding for new mom can be a tiresome job. From choosing a right nursing pillow to getting a perfect latch is a strenuous task. Sometimes, mother might even get very nervous and even break down into tears, I have had times like this.But, here I list today a few tips that can help you with your breastfeeding, it comes with months of different experimentation. Tips for different breastfeeding scenarios:Scenario no.1:Tip 1:Mother is too tired from the whole days work, she sees her partner sleeping next to the baby and herself.
Here’s Why You Must Go For A Maternity Belt After DeliveryPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 17, 2020August 18, 20200 Pregnancy changes almost everything in a woman, starting from her body to her feeling and emotions even her habits. It takes quite a bit of time to overcome these changes and come back to the pre pregnancy state, the emotions and habits might not change for a long time, but there are helpful methods to at least reverse the changes in the body. Yes, I am talking about the belly fat that has been our mate since our pregnancy days, it’s time for us to say goodbye to it. One of the best known method to mankind is maternity belts. Here are few reasons why maternity belt after delivery is a must:Why you should go for maternity belt after delivery?Below
Story Of This New Single Mom Will Bring Tears In Your EyesPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 14, 2020February 11, 20200 When a woman sets on the journey of being a mother, she always expects a strong support to always be with her. From the day she sees the test positive at home to the day when she hears the first heart beat of her unborn baby, every moment is magical. But these moments become a million times more cherish able if you could see the same emotions in your parents eyes too. Life is always unpredictable; we cannot even predict the events of our never very second. Thus, sometimes in life there comes a phase were we lose our partner, may be to some tragedy, may be we choose to leave them behind, or may be they are far away
7 Baby Advices For New MomPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 13, 2020March 4, 20200 Being a mother to a new baby is like having a magician's hat, it’s always full of surprises. Sometimes, you might get so overwhelmed by these surprises that you might break down into tears or so happy that you would laugh your guts out. But no matter what this experiences are, they will only make you stronger, it’s like preparing the army for the ultimate challenge, parenting is also a challenging task. So here I have put together few baby advices for new moms that would help them with their parenting road. Always remember your child is unique Like the five fingers in our hand, every child has his own destiny, pace and limits to achieve it. You rushing him through things
A Perfect Gift For Wife After Giving BirthMaternity FashionPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 11, 2020February 7, 20200 When it comes to gifts, women have a whole lot of choices and options going on their heads but men on the other hand find themselves in a fix. I don’t mean to say men don’t have choices but sometimes it makes it difficult for them to fixate their mind on one particular things. So, today I am going to discuss a few gift ideas to help you find the perfect gift for wife after giving birth. This list is made keeping in mind the needs of your wife and the current situation she might be in. Also read: 15 Most Stylish Baby Shower DressesGive her a romantic date or a beach holiday Now that you wife has also gained the stature of
Little Piece Of Advice For New MomParentingPregnancy by Dr. Krutika Kumaresan - February 10, 2020February 4, 20200 Little moments and little memories make a perfect life, similarly small pieces of advice for new moms always helps them through the big task of motherhood. Advice is something that might help the mother with the confusion of decision regarding various tasks, but it is just a like crutch the main decision should always be taken by the mother with the The real advice for new mom: It’s very common for mother’s to get advices from everyone she comes across, like why is the baby without a jacket or sweater it’s very cold outside, or why is the child with sweater it’s so hot outside. In short no matter what you do it’s never ever enough for them. So always remember mother’s