Pregnancy

Woman born with two sets of reproductive organs and thought to be infertile expecting 'miracle' baby - Read

Krista Schwab, 32, was diagnosed with uterus didelphys at age 12, which means she has two vaginas, two wombs and two cervixes that caused her to miscarry twice.

Apr 18, 2017, 14:25 PM IST

Planning your family? Try these popular fertility apps

Infertility is an alarming issue among young couples. So, have you ever imagined of an app that can help you to plan your family properly.

Apr 17, 2017, 11:05 AM IST

One-third pregnant women in Britain drink alcohol, finds survey

Britain (28.5 per cent) scored highest in alcohol consumption during pregnancy, followed by Russia (26.5 per cent) and Switzerland (20.9 per cent).

Apr 12, 2017, 18:55 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

Scientists grow man-made womb lining to reveal menstrual problems

Scientists have succeeded in growing a man-made womb lining in the lab or organoids to better understand the early stages of pregnancy and menstrual problems such as endometriosis.

Apr 11, 2017, 21:48 PM IST

Meet the baby girl born mid-air on Turkish Airlines flight (See adorable pics)

Nafi gave birth to ‘Kadiju’ mid-flight at an altitude of 13,000 meters (42,000 feet) with the help of the trained cabin crew and other several passengers.

Apr 10, 2017, 09:02 AM IST

Women's high fat, sugar intake during pregnancy may affect foetus growth

Women should not consume obesity-causing high fat and sugar diet during pregnancy as it increases the risk of developing metabolic impairment that may affect the growth and development of the foetus, researchers say.

Apr 08, 2017, 21:41 PM IST

Comprehensive strategy in place to ensure safe pregnancy: Govt

Under this strategy, pregnant mothers are given suitable medical care, supplements and other necessary help under a central government scheme, he said in the Lok Sabha.

Apr 07, 2017, 14:51 PM IST

Pregnant and obese? You may be putting your child at an increased risk of epilepsy!

The results showed that the risk of epilepsy increased by 11 percent in children of overweight mothers (BMI of 25 to less than 30) compared with children and normal-weight mothers.

Apr 04, 2017, 20:34 PM IST

Scottish government to distribute free vitamins to every mum-to-be

Health officials in Scotland have also launched a country-wide survey into maternal and infant nutrition.

Apr 01, 2017, 10:46 AM 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

Pregnant women, take tips! Here's how to avoid child disabilities during gestation

We hear fancy new names and disabilities develop in kids these days and according to medical research, syndromes like autism, ADHD, acalculia, etc. are one the rise.

Mar 26, 2017, 11:39 AM IST

Revealed - Why older women are better mothers than their younger counterparts

According to Danish researchers, older mothers are better at handling the early stages of motherhood.

Mar 22, 2017, 12:54 PM IST

Know how infections during pregnancy may affect your baby!

Do you know that infections during pregnancy may harm your baby?

Mar 21, 2017, 22:54 PM IST

Sexual abuse may accelerate puberty in girls, says study

A new study has revealed that girls, who experience physical and sexual abuse in life may accelerate early puberty.

Mar 19, 2017, 00:05 AM IST

11-year-old girl set to become Britain's youngest mother

Britain is set to have its youngest-ever mother amid reports that an 11-year-old girl is expected to give birth soon, the media reported.

Mar 18, 2017, 23:17 PM IST

11-year-old girl to become Britain's youngest mother

An 11-year-old girl is set to become Britain's youngest-ever mother and is expected to give birth soon.

Mar 18, 2017, 21:36 PM IST

Low anti-anxiety hormone levels may increase postpartum depression, says study

A new study has shown that pregnant women having low levels of anti-anxiety hormone in their second trimester may have high risk of developing postpartum depression.

Mar 15, 2017, 23:33 PM IST