World Breastfeeding Week: Expert Bursts Myths And Misconceptions About Breastfeeding
Dr Shacchee Baweja, Sr. Consultant (IBCLC), BLK-Max Centre For Child Health debunks myths and misconceptions about breastfeeding.
Aug 05, 2023, 13:06 PM IST
Mothers Expressed More Positive Emotions While Speaking With Their Babies Or Puppies: Study
The study reveals that mothers articulated better and expressed more positive emotions when speaking to their babies or to puppies.
Jul 03, 2023, 13:00 PM IST
Top 5 Most Common Diseases To Look Out For In Mothers: A Guide To Prevention And Treatment
The most recognized maternal health disorders are postpartum depression and diabetes but there are other common diseases to look out for.
May 14, 2023, 17:54 PM IST
Happy Mother's Day 2023: Top 10 Ways To Treat Your Mom Like The Queen She Is
Mother's go the extra mile for their kids and family and there are times when they forget their true value and place- that of a queen! We have curated a list with 10 ways you can make your mother feel special.
May 14, 2023, 13:17 PM IST
Happy Mother's Day: Best Tips For First-Time-Moms- Advice From A New Mom
It may be both joyful and scary to become a mother. You want the best for your child, but as a new parent, you are learning everything as you go along (perhaps without getting a full night's sleep). Here is some practical advice new mamas should know from the get-go.
May 14, 2023, 09:45 AM IST
Mother’s Day 2023: 3 Soulful Self-Care Practices For New Moms
With a new member in the family, the role of each member shifts drastically. Mothers, who are usually the primary caregivers, tend to get overwhelmed and burdened with new responsibilities. Here are few self care tips to destress for new moms.
May 13, 2023, 18:59 PM IST
5 Reasons Why Modern Langots Might Be A Wise Choice For Your Baby
Langots are traditional Indian cloth diapers that have been used for centuries. They are made of soft cotton and are washable and reusable, which makes them an eco-friendly option.
Apr 18, 2023, 10:25 AM IST
Intake of THIS beverage during pregnancy is linked to smaller babies
Smaller birth size can place infants at higher risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes later in life.
Mar 28, 2021, 16:52 PM IST
Here's why breastfeeding is important for infants
A new study has revealed that breastfeeding can protect the high-birthweight infants from being overweight or obese in childhood.
Mar 19, 2018, 18:14 PM IST
New mommies, take note! Here's why you need to control your diet
New mothers should avoid overeating as they may be risking the health of your child, according to a new study.
Mar 19, 2018, 18:02 PM IST
Mothers with pre-eclampsia at heart disease risk later
The findings show that women with a history of pre-eclampsia are more likely to face atherosclerosis -- hardening and narrowing of the arteries -- decades after their pregnancy.
Aug 27, 2017, 19:28 PM IST
Children eating junk food linked to father's income and education?
This is the finding of Nafis Faizi, Assistant Professor in the Department of Community Medicine at the Aligarh Muslim University.
Jul 26, 2017, 22:21 PM IST
Breastfeeding lowers mother's heart attack, stroke risk
Researchers said that women who breastfed their babies had about a 10 percent lower risk of developing heart disease or stroke later in life.
Jun 22, 2017, 14:25 PM IST
Cabinet approves pan-India implementation of maternity benefit program: All you need to know
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday gave ex-post facto approval to pan-India implementation of maternity benefit program which now has been extended to all districts of the country with effect from January this year.
May 17, 2017, 16:51 PM IST
Prenatal cocaine exposure increases drug abuse risk among teens
The study showed that in utero exposure to cocaine doubles the risk of tobacco and marijuana use as early as age 15 and substance abuse by 17.
May 03, 2017, 22:43 PM IST
The power of a hug: A loving embrace is the secret to your baby's good health!
There are emotional benefits that hugs have for your bundle of joy.
Mar 27, 2017, 19:19 PM IST
Maternal deaths: New inhaled form of medication a miracle for expecting moms?
According to the researchers at Monash University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS) in Australia, the inhalable, dry-powder form of the drug oxytocin may help prevent mothers from dying in childbirth due to more bleeding than normal.
Mar 23, 2017, 09:25 AM IST
Maternity Bill passed: Why it is good for the mother, baby and everyone
The development is surely a significant moment for working women, particularly, who are pregnant or are planning to have a child because sufficient maternity leave is crucial for health of mother and child.
Mar 10, 2017, 11:03 AM IST
Maternal depression may increase risk of social-emotional problems in kids
A new study has found that mothers with early and chronic depression may increase the risk of kids developing social-emotional problems.
Jan 04, 2017, 23:20 PM IST
Good news for Mothers: Govt likely to add more funds in Budget for maternity benefit scheme
In what could be a major boost for gender equality and mothers in particular, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley is likely hike allocation for the Ministry of Women and Child Development by 20 percent with an emphasis on universalising the maternity benefit scheme.
Dec 08, 2016, 19:56 PM IST
