Dealing with Itchy Stretch Marks During Pregnancy By Team on 27 Mar, 2024 Pregnancy is a whirlwind of emotions, physical changes, and a whole lot of “interesting” bodily sensations. One such sensation that can leave you scratching your belly is itchy stretch marks. These red, raised lines are a common consequence of your skin stretching to accommodate your growing baby, but the itch factor can add a whole new layer of frustration to the experience. What are Stretch Marks? Reddish lines called stretch marks (or striae) are a frequent occurrence during pregnancy, affecting nearly all women ..read more

Anemia in Pregnancy: Understanding the Risks and Taking Charge By Team on 18 Mar, 2024 Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it also comes with its own set of health considerations. One such concern is anemia, a condition characterized by a lack of red blood cells. While mild anemia is quite common during pregnancy, it’s important to understand the causes, risks, and how you can manage it for a healthy pregnancy. Why Anemia Happens During Pregnancy Your body undergoes dramatic changes during pregnancy. Blood volume increases significantly to support the growing baby. Ideally, red blood ce ..read more

Decoding Discharge: Understanding Cervical Mucus and Fertility By Team on 02 Mar, 2024 For those trying to conceive, navigating the intricacies of fertility can feel overwhelming. One fascinating yet under-discussed aspect is cervical mucus, a discharge produced by the cervix that plays a crucial role in a woman’s menstrual cycle and fertility. By understanding the changes in cervical mucus consistency and texture throughout the cycle, you can gain valuable insights into your fertile window. What is Cervical Mucus? Cervical mucus is a fluid produced by the cervix, the opening of the uteru ..read more

Hormones that affect Ovulation and fertility By Team on 28 Dec, 2023 Ovulation is a phase in the menstrual cycle when your ovary releases an egg which travels down your fallopian tube and waits there to be fertilised. Hormones are produced by endocrine glands and sent into the bloodstream. It carries instructions about the functionalities of organs and tissues. Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): FSH is created by the pituitary gland and is responsible for maintaining menstrual cycle regularity and female fertility. FSH is responsible for triggering the growth of ovarian follicles before ..read more

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) By Team on 20 Dec, 2023 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder that affects females. One of the significant challenges with PCOS is its impact on fertility. While PCOS itself doesn’t directly cause infertility, it can contribute to difficulties in conceiving due to disruptions in the normal hormones and reproductive processes. PCOS and its Causes: Insulin resistance is a common feature of PCOS. When cells become less responsive to insulin, the pancreas produces more insulin to compensate. Elevation in insulin levels can stimulate ..read more

Premarital Check Up and its importance: By Team on 13 Dec, 2023 Why is a Premarital Health Check Up important? A premarital health checkup serves as a proactive step towards building a strong partnership. It is to look for certain hereditary disorders where both the partners may have the same problem but are only carriers of the disease and are asymptomatic but by coming together their child might have the possibility of developing the disease and symptoms. It’s not mandatory but undergoing these assessments allows couples to assess and address potential health concerns, laying the ground ..read more

Fertility and immune response - How are they connected? By Team on 06 Dec, 2023 The Immune System works to produce antibodies to kill any foreign invasion before it causes any serious damages. Being the defending army of our body, the immune system at times mistakes our healthy cells as a threat and keeps attacking them resulting in inflammation and weakening the functionality of the organs.What if it detects the sperm, the ovary or the developing fetus as a threat?  The relationship between fertility and the immune response is a complex and multifaceted topic. The immune system pla ..read more

Unplanned pregnancy: Ways to cope with it By Author name on 12 July, 2023 You might be a person who likes surprises—surprising gifts, surprise birthday parties, surprise plans,etc. But what about a surprise pregnancy? An unplanned pregnancy is something that even a pro-surprise person would not like. A sudden situation like this can leave you overwhelmed and confused with many thoughts. But now, how do we deal with this? Reasons for unplanned pregnancy If you are a sexually active person, it is important to know about the different safe sex methods to avoid pregnancy. Not using contra ..read more

Infertility is a “new-age” problem among adults who are trying to start a family. Infertility in women is the most discussed topic and is taken very seriously in our society. But what about male infertility? There has been a decline in sperm count in men in recent years, which contributes to half of infertility these days. So, why is there a decline and could your mobiles be a major reason for it?   The decline in sperm count: Why? Many studies over the years have shown that there has been a 50% decline globally in the sperm count of men since 1970, which is also one of the reaso ..read more

Are you a night owl? Don’t worry, you are not alone. Many people nowadays keep themselves active during the night. The trend of working night shifts, enjoying a vibrant nightlife and a ‘Netflix & Chill’ party on compromised sleep has increased. You might feel that these sleepless nights give you relaxation, but in the long term, they do no good to your health, especially to women, as it affects your reproductive health majorly. So, why is it important to sleep early and how does it benefit women’s health?  Why is sleep necessary? After having a long day, you will feel refreshed ph ..read more