Pregnancy and Diet

As you progress in the pregnancy journey, the belly grows, and with the hormonal changes, it’s normal for you to feel tired, anxious, cramped, swollen etc. It is common to experience swollen hands, legs, and other body parts, including the vagina during pregnancy. What is Vaginal Swelling During Pregnancy?  A swollen vulva is a common pregnancy symptom. Inflammation of both the external genitalia and the internal genitalia is known as vulvovaginitis. This is like a swollen labia…

Participating in the “Durga Puja” celebration or “Navaratri”, by pandal-hopping in the crowd may not be a safe take on the baby inside you, during your pregnancy. But, you can make the celebrations soulful by planning to travel with your spouse as well as family. (Remember, you can’t travel alone). You can visit a relative’s or friend’s place – anywhere across the city or outside. Alternatively, just for the sake of enjoyment, you may plan to travel outside…

Maternal health plays a crucial role from conception to childbirth. Routine pregnancy health checks (pregnancy care) are essential from the first to the last trimester. For instance, conditions such as preeclampsia, anaemia, poor nutrition, stress, anxiety and depression may arise during pregnancy.  These conditions can give rise to cognitive, emotional and physical disorders in the baby-to-be. Sometimes such complications can give rise to long-term health and developmental challenges too.  An early intervention during pregnancy is essential to…

To confirm pregnancy, healthcare practitioners often check thyroid levels. The thyroid gland is located near the neck and Adam’s apple (larynx). It contains two lobes, one on each side of the windpipe. The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the metabolic process, growth, and energy of the body. The indication of normal functioning of the thyroid is when TSH and Free T4 remain normal throughout all stages of pregnancy.  During pregnancy, thyroid hormones increase naturally due to…