If it has been more than a year of unsuccessful attempts at conceiving, it is time that you should consult your doctor. For women who are already 35 years or older need to consider this time period as 6 months and should see a doctor after 6 months of unsuccessful attempts. Women above the age […]
Saffron, also known as Kesar, is famous in various cuisines for its rich flavor and color. An exotic spice derived painstakingly from the flowers of Crocus sativus, saffron is also known for its medicinal properties and forms a part of several Ayurvedic recipes. Many women believe that they must consume saffron during pregnancy for a […]
Parenthood is one of the most blessed gifts for a couple to experience in their lifetime. But before you step ahead, you need to prepare your body for pregnancy. This would ensure health and fitness for you and your baby throughout the pregnancy period and even after delivery. Check out the following 30-day guide […]
Folic acid plays a vital role in the growth and development of your baby, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy. Hence, folic acid supplements are often prescribed during pregnancy. Let’s explore the importance of folic acid during pregnancy. What Is folic acid? Folic acid, also called pteroylmonoglutamic acid, is the synthetic form of Folate (Vitamin […]
Vagina infections are common and almost every female in the world has been affected by some form of vaginal infection in her lifetime. The infection can be caused by various microorganisms like bacteria, virus, fungus, or parasite which might grow in the vagina or in the surrounding region. These infections can be treated very easily […]
A menstrual cycle is termed as irregular when the normal 28 days +/- 7 days cycle is disrupted. Menstrual cycles are called irregular if: – the duration between cycle changes if the amount of blood flow is too less or too much as compared to the normal flow – if the number of days for […]
A woman is considered to have attained menopause after a year of having no menstrual bleeding. Any form of bleeding, even slight spotting following a gap of one year is termed as postmenopausal bleeding. A woman must consult a doctor if she experiences any amount of vaginal bleeding following menopause. Bleeding after menopause is rarely […]
Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure which means removal of uterus. A woman may be advised Hysterectomy for multiple reasons like uterine fibroid, uterine cancer, prolapse of the uterus, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pelvic pain, adenomyosis, dysfunctional uterine bleeding and so on. With the exception of cancer, hysterectomy is usually not recommended unless all other […]
Ovulation is the period of menstrual cycle when the ovary releases eggs into the fallopian tube. If the egg gets fertilized, it leads to pregnancy and gets implanted into the uterus, a fertilised ovum is called a Zygote. If unfertilized, the endometrial lining of uterus sheds during menstruation. A good understanding of the ovulation cycle can help in planning a pregnancy […]
