Archive for the ‘pregnancy’ Category

Aromatherapy is a natural healing system using essential oils extracted from aromatic plants to treat and balance the mind, body and spirit. Aromatherapy can be extremely beneficial during pregnancy. Oils in aromatherapy are extremely concentrated and need to be diluted before use. For a relaxing bath, add 6-10 drops to the tub and mix well before getting in. If you need a compress, add 3-6 drops ... Full story

Pregnancy is a period of mixed emotions such as fear, animosity, happiness, and apprehension. Every woman wants her baby to be born healthy. Every Indian woman has several elderly relatives who wish to share their wealth of information about safe use of herbs and vitamins during pregnancy. But some herbal home remedies may not be suitable for a pregnant woman since she may be allergic to ... Full story

Being pregnant nowadays does not imply that you need to look ungainly or out of fashion. Wear the right clothes and you can end up looking lovely and sensuous. There are a whole lot of stylish maternity clothes to choose from, be it business attire, formal wear or even lingerie. Once you have conceived, take some time off to pamper yourself and go all out ... Full story

Conceiving and having a baby is one of the most important and much looked forward to events in a woman’s life. Women who are planning to get pregnant are advised to start planning for their pregnancy in advance after consultation with their doctors. This advance planning process is called pregnancy planning. The prime goal of pregnancy planning is to create a healthy environment for the baby, ... Full story

Onset of Pregnancy is a time that is approached by most women with a mixture of emotions- sometimes excitement, sometimes with worry. Whatever emotion you might feel, a simple pregnancy test lets you know conclusively whether you are pregnant or not. The symptoms of pregnancy can confirm your suspicions. It can be a missed period, nausea, tenderness of breasts, and fatigue. A simple pregnancy test is ... Full story

A regular exercise routine throughout the tenure of your pregnancy can help you to stay healthy and be at your best. Exercise can help to improve posture and decrease discomforts of back ache and fatigue. Research has proven conclusively that exercise can prevent gestational diabetes, relieve stress and build stamina that is required during the time of labour and delivery. You should continue to do your ... Full story

Child birth can be a very special time in your life. Most often, pregnant women are overcome with worry about the entire process. When you are ready for labour, contractions start and this can be quite startling. When these contractions are just five minutes apart, you are ready to start pushing the baby out. During the first stage of labour, your cervix gradually opens, dilating up ... Full story

Problems in pregnancy can at times be more serious than other common but unpleasant symptoms such as morning sickness or piles. Let’s take a look at some of them. Your blood pressure needs to be constantly checked since high blood pressure can be a sign of preeclampsia. If not treated in time, it can develop into eclampsia which can be life threatening for both mother and ... Full story

Symptoms of pregnancy differ from women to women. The most significant symptom is of course a delayed or missed menstrual cycle. Understanding the symptoms is vital since each may be related to something other than pregnancy. Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest symptoms. This happens when the embryo implants itself on the uterine wall and symptoms of cramping as well as spotting are noticed. ... Full story

Whether you are pregnant or just about to conceive, there are some weird pregnancy facts you may never be informed about. These things may or may not happen during pregnancy and people generally prefer not to talk about it. Most pregnancies last for about nine months and if it extends for more than that, doctors do induce labour. But it is possible to remain pregnant for ... Full story