It’s sexist and ‘shaming,’ says one expert. The term “geriatric pregnancy” has long been associated with women who conceive and carry a child beyond the age of 35. Historically, this label was coined during a time when the average age of pregnancy was significantly younger than it is today. Back then, it was less common […]
Monthly Archives: October 2023
“To all the women out there struggling with fertility, I feel ya.” In a poignant and deeply personal Instagram post, Rebel Wilson, the acclaimed actress and comedian, recently shared news that resonated with countless individuals. At 41 years old, Wilson chose to candidly address her battle with fertility issues, a topic that often remains shrouded […]
“It’s the little (big) things like this that made it possible for me to do my job AND be a parent.” Breastfeeding is one of the most natural and essential acts in a mother’s life. It’s a beautiful expression of maternal care and bonding that provides numerous health benefits for both the baby and the […]
Vadodara: After nine nights of festive revelry, Barodians find themselves nursing sore throats, mild fever, and bouts of cough and body ache. Doctors point to close contact during the festivities and a shift from hotter days to relatively colder nights as the culprits behind the spike in viral infections.Dr Ranjan Aiyer, medical superintendent of state-run […]
Erica Kain explores the link between her heartburn and her children’s hair. During the second trimester of my pregnancy, I found myself grappling with an uncomfortable and relentless companion – heartburn. Unlike my previous pregnancies, this bout of heartburn felt different, and I soon learned that it might signify more than just the discomfort of […]
When I received a positive pregnancy test while my first daughter was just 9 months old, I was filled with excitement and immediately called my OB-GYN to share the news. However, the response I received was unexpected. “Stop breastfeeding,” she told me, and dutifully, I weaned my daughter that very night. A week later, I […]
Here’s what to know about one of the most frequently performed surgery in the U.S. Childbirth is a miraculous and often unpredictable event in a woman’s life. While many anticipate a vaginal delivery, there are instances when a Cesarean section, commonly known as a C-section, becomes the chosen method of childbirth. In this comprehensive guide, […]
The separation of abdominal muscles during pregnancy. Welcoming twin boys, Asher and Aksel, into the world in November 2019, professional volleyball player Morgan Miller, who is married to former Olympic skier Bode Miller, shared a relatively common yet often unspoken consequence of pregnancy and childbirth. On her Instagram page, Miller candidly revealed that she’s experiencing […]
When you find yourself expecting a child, your mind is likely to be filled with a multitude of thoughts and concerns, especially regarding the progression of your pregnancy and the impending delivery. While every pregnancy is unique and may bring its own set of surprises, there are ways to gain some insight into what you […]
Experts weigh in on what to eat—and what not to eat—if you have polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), often regarded as a gynecological issue due to its name, is, in reality, an intricate endocrine disorder that exerts a far-reaching impact on the body’s hormonal equilibrium. As Dr. Lana Boter, a gynecologist at NYU […]