Kidney stones occur at about the same rate as in non-pregnant women of childbearing age. Kidney stones occur most often in the second or third trimester. The most common sign is pain in the upper abdomen or back and sides, which often spreads to the groin or lower abdomen. Stone formation during pregnancy may be
Pregnancy
Books and movies you can watch during pregnancy?
We all have our preferences when it comes to books. From thriller, adventure, detective to self-explorer books, travel stories, mythology, there is no end to this list. So we recommend you to just start reading anything you like. In Hindi किताबें और फिल्में आप गर्भावस्था के दौरान देख सकते हैं? जब किताबों की बात आती
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What are some healthy habits you can build during pregnancy?
You are going to have plenty of time for rest during pregnancy. You can use this time to build some really healthy lifestyle changes and habits which can be beneficial for you and your baby in the long run. Reading books: Books can give you a different perspective to life. Storytelling is the best way
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What are some healthy habits that can help you during pregnancy?
Eat healthy: a well planned and nutritious diet can help your body face the pregnancy stress and postpartum issues.Stay hydrated: A pregnant woman’s body needs more water than it did before pregnancy.Regular followup appointmentsAvoid raw or not well-cooked foodControl drinking and smokingRegular light workout can help you stay healthy during pregnancyGet plenty of sleepReducing stress
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Abortion
If your pregnancy is under 20 weeks, you can get an abortion under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971. However, it is subject to several conditions and your ability to get an abortion will depend on the opinion of the doctor. If the pregnancy has not exceeded 12 weeks (first trimester), only one doctor needs
Pregnancy and finding the gender
Ultrasound gives reliable determination of foetal gender but it can't be performed in the first trimester. The use of ultrasound for sex determination has been outlawed in India, following its misuse for abortion of the female foetus, which has led to skewed sex ratio in many parts of the country. In Hindi गर्भावस्था के दौरान
Is it normal to leak fluid during pregnancy?
During pregnancy fluid discharge is totally normal and in most of the cases it is a sign that your body is working hard to keep you and your baby healthy. It’s a lot like the discharge you might have between periods, and it typically gets heavier as your pregnancy progresses. In Hindi क्या गर्भावस्था के
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What are some normal things that can happen during pregnancy?
There are mainly 3 stages of pregnancy, first, second and third trimester. Following are some commonly found symptoms divided according to the stages First trimester: Nauseous and tiredness1-2 kilo weight gainChanged bra size because breasts become tender, larger and heavier.Mood SwingsFrequent urge to urinate Second trimester fatigue, morning sickness will get slightly betterProblems With ConcentrationHair
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Pregnancy pills
Pregnancy pills or birth control pills are a way of birth control and when taken correctly, it is up to 99.9% effective. But the pill doesn’t protect you from sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. The latex condom used to cover a penis gives the best protection from most STDs. The best way to use the
How much time should a mother spend with the newborn before joining work?
There is no straight forward answer to this question. It entirely depends on the mother and her health. Generally working women are granted 12 to 26 weeks of maternity benefits which is enough for most of the cases. In Hindi काम में शामिल होने से पहले एक माँ को नवजात शिशु के साथ कितना समय
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Will I still be paid if I stop working early during my pregnancy?
Under the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act 2017, passed by the Rajya Sabha in August 2016 and Lok Sabha in March 2017, maternity leave is raised from the current 12 weeks to 26 weeks. The parental leave is also extended from six to eight weeks. However, a woman with already two or more children is entitled
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What are some pregnancy prevention methods available in India?
Condom - most used pregnancy prevention methodOral Pills - Pregnancy pill or birth control pill is the 2nd mostly used methodIUDSterilisationTubectomyVasectomy