Mothers-to-be

Mothers-to-be, take note! Alcohol during pregnancy may put babies at risk of anxiety

Despite being aware of the dangerous impact of alcohol consumption during pregnancy, many expecting mothers continue to overlook the ill-effects.

Oct 25, 2017, 20:55 PM IST

Expecting mothers, beware! Drinking during and after pregnancy could prove lethal

The transition to parenthood appears to be particularly relevant for women, leading to a reduction in alcohol consumption.

Aug 25, 2017, 10:29 AM IST

Mothers-to-be take note! Consuming high-fat diet during pregnancy may affect kids' mental health

A new study has warned that women who consume a high-fat diet during pregnancy may increase the risk of having babies with mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression.

Jul 22, 2017, 22:43 PM IST

Mothers-to-be beware! Taking stress during pregnancy may cause binge eating in kids

A study was conducted on mice and found that taking stress during pregnancy may cause female children to exhibit binge-eating-like behaviour in adulthood.

Jun 01, 2017, 22:02 PM IST

Cash benefit not enough to draw women to govt maternity scheme

An international team of researchers also found that the money given under the JSY scheme is less than the total expenses of facility-based childbirth, in terms of both monetary and real costs.

Apr 12, 2017, 13:43 PM IST