A guide on how to choose your condom. Material of condom, size of condom and type of condom all are important so choose wisely

You make a choice in your life, and it affects your life in all the ways, good and bad.

Of course, we all might guess it right as for why we need condoms. But do we really understand why it is so important that we use and make our next generations, kids, cousins, friends etc realize importance of using a condom and its impact on the society?

So many youngsters are not finding the condom to be good for sexual pleasure or activity. But Choosing the right condom can change perception. Knowing the importance of condom usage everyone should give the due respect a condom deserves.

Condoms are made up of materials which have elasticity and tear resistance, while also being as thin as possible to make its presence unknown. So essentially this is great balance system that a condom needs to perform. The image below explains the balancing factors many condom manufacturers take into consideration.

Condoms are manufactured using the below materials

Condom size is an important thing for your comfort during sexual activity. Owing to the fact that condoms are very elastic, most people ignore the sizes. But a correct condom size can give you an added comfort zone in your sex life. A size lower can cause irritation or discomfort and a size upper can slip off. Either way you will have a negative experience.&nbsp;

Now use the measurements to get the right condom for yourself.&nbsp;

Condom length is usually not a crucial factor as the length variation is between 6.5” to 8” and is not expected to be completely rolled down for an average person.

The most important factor to consider is the penile girth (circumference)/width which is really important is selecting a condom.

Well, we hope you have some fair idea about the condoms now and it helps make you a better purchase next time. Have a safe and fun sex!

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Know what is ovulation, when does it happen during menstrual cycle and how does it affects your chances of getting pregnant.

What is Ovulation? When are you most fertile!

Ovulation is the process of release of an egg from ovary under the influence of hormones, this happens once in every menstrual cycle. The ovulation happens usually 12-16 days before the first day of the next period. You can get pregnant only if the sperm meet the egg as soon as it is released or within the next 24 hours.

While preparing for ovulation the follicle produces a hormone called estrogen in the body which starts thickening of the uterus lining to prepare for probable pregnancy. 

The increase in the level of estrogen triggers the sudden increase in the level of Luteinising Hormone (LH), which causes the release of an egg from the ovary called OVULATION.

The ovulation starts 24-36 hours after the LH level surge, so predicting LH surge in the menstrual cycle will be a good predictor for ovulation and peak fertility days. 

The egg can only be fertilized for up to 24 hours post ovulation. IF not fertilized the egg will be reabsorbed in the body and uterus lining will shed marking the start of the next periods and menstrual cycle.

Ovulation is the process of release of an egg from the ovary to the fallopian tube, so basically it is an instant process were the follicle will burst and release the egg.

The only chance of pregnancy is the fact that the egg spends 12-24 h in fallopian tube after ovulation and is the time when the fertilization can happen.

The average length of the menstrual cycle is 28 days which makes ovulation day on 14th days but the length of menstrual cycle vary from women to women and cycle to cycle but is usually 23-36 days.

Irrespective of the cycle duration the ovulation happens 12-16 days before the first day of next period. This means that the women ovulate on different days of the menstrual cycle.

Some women claim to notice some kind of pain at the time of ovulation and others will have no symptoms at all. If you have regular periods then you can identify the length of your menstrual cycle by marking dates from the first day of the period to the first day of next period also known as Calendar Method. <a href="https://bestmom.org/fertility-calculator">Use our fertility Calculator to identify Ovulation Day.</a>

If you have irregular periods then it is difficult to know the menstrual cycle duration by marking on the calendar but there are other methods which can help you identify the same.

The ‘fertile days’ or ‘fertile window’ are all the days in a menstrual cycle where you have the ability to become pregnant if you have unprotected sex.

An egg will survive only for 24 hours while the sperm in an ideal situation will survive for 5 days. For the egg to fertilize the sperm needs to be available in the fallopian time during ovulation (i.e. release of an egg from an ovary). Taking this information into account even if couples have sex 4 to 5 days before ovulation there is a fair chance of fertilization and hence chance of pregnancy.

So considering all the above factors ‘fertility window’ becomes around 6 days accounting for the lifespan of the egg and the sperm.&nbsp;

Identifying fertile days can help a couple planning to have a baby more flexibility and more success rate for conceiving.

The fertile window of 6 days gives you a fair chance of getting pregnant. Any sex outside this fertile window will have very low to zero chances of pregnancy. 

Within this fertile window, the most fertile days are the day before ovulation and the day of ovulation where the chances of getting pregnant are the highest in the entire menstrual cycle. These 2 days are of peak fertility and are called as the most fertile days.

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6 methods including calendar method, BBT, ovulation prediction kit, etc. to identify for ovulation day and to predict your most fertile days. Increase your chances of getting pregnant by trying these methods.

Am i Fertile?: 6 methods to help you get pregnant faster

During ovulation in the menstrual cycle, the hormones in our body cause the rupture of the dominant follicle (in one of the two ovaries) to release the egg from the ovary and travel through the fallopian tube, this process of release of an egg from the ovary is called OVULATION.

The egg takes 12-24 hour to reach the uterus and is the only time when the egg can be fertilized if the sperm is present in the fallopian tube.&nbsp;

There is only a few days window (fertile window) typically of 6 days when you can get pregnant accounting to the average age of the sperm. Knowing this window is crucial if you are planning to have a baby.&nbsp;

There are various signs, symptoms and events associated with ovulation which can be utilized to identify the ovulation days or the fertile days. 

In this article, we will try to give details about all the tests available and the signs and symptoms they are based on.

Some of the major tests which can be used for identifying ovulation are:

If a woman is having regular periods, predicting ovulation can be easy by identifying the length of the cycle. 

You need to measure the duration of cycle for a couple of months by noting down the first day of the period and the first day of next period to get a fair idea on the menstrual cycle duration.

For a regular menstrual cycle, the ovulation will happen 12-16 days before the first day of next period. So, the ovulation can be predicted to some extent by this method.&nbsp;

The drawback with this method is that the ovulation time can still differ from cycle to cycle and prediction is still difficult in women with irregular periods so it is not a full-proof method.

<a href="https://bestmom.org/fertility-calculator">Try the fertility calculator</a> to know when you are ovulating?

This method is based on the fact that the basal temperature (The body temperature at rest) rises by 0.4-1 deg C during ovulation.

To use this method accurately you need to measure BBT first thing in the morning for a couple of menstrual cycles before getting some estimate for the fertile window.&nbsp;

The elevation in BBT is observed only when you have ovulated it is not a very useful method in so many cases as you don’t get too many days to plan your sex.&nbsp;

Also, there are too many other factors like alcohol, travel, stress, sleep cycle changes which can affect the basal temperature, hence again this method is not very efficient.

Some of the women have reported pain associated with ovulation. Pain is similar to premenstrual cramps but low intensity

However, the pain might occur before or after ovulation and also the pain is not consistent among all women hence this is not a very efficient method for identifying ovulation.

There is saliva change in accordance with the level of estrogen level in the body and there are some kits available to monitor the same. 

The kit includes a tiny microscope with a glass surface. The person needs to spit on the glass surface and observe through microscope after drying. The ‘ferning’ pattern will be caused due to salt crystals present in saliva when the estrogen level is high.&nbsp;

The interpretation is a little difficult in this method and the method overall is a little expensive than others.

Also, the saliva can be changed due to various conditions like gastric issues, eating, smoking or drinking alcohol.

The type and amount of cervical mucus changes throughout the menstrual cycle starting from being sticky white to thinner and more clear. 

Just before and during ovulation the mucus secretion increases and becomes much thinner and slippery, some people associate it to raw egg white like consistency.

By knowing all these changes you can predict when one is ovulating so that you can conceive during the most fertile days.&nbsp;

The method will take some time to understand the changes over a couple of menstrual cycles. The cervical mucus can change due to other factors like medications, sex or some infections.

These kits are easily available at regular chemist shops and are very easy to use. These kits work by testing the Luteinising hormone (LH) in the urine.

This hormone is released 24-36 hours before ovulation. This will help identifying the most fertile days in the menstrual cycle and can help to increase the probability of getting pregnant.&nbsp;

Even if you have an irregular cycle you can predict the ovulation but maybe you need to use several test strips.

Again this method could be a little expensive as you might need a couple of strips to get to some fare idea.

All the methods listed above have their own pros and cons, what is important is to understand which method works best for you. 

The best approach would be to try all the methods and see which one suits you. The combination of 2 or more methods might increase your probability of getting pregnant faster.

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Infections are common during pregnancy but knowing the symptoms and causes can help you prevent them.

Everyone desire to have a smooth healthy ride during pregnancy. The hormonal changes in the body make the mom-to-be more susceptible to certain infections. The most common infections are vaginal and urinary tract infections (commonly known as UTIs)

Some common infections, their symptoms and treatments are mentioned in this article so that you know when to consult a physician if needed.

One of the most common symptoms experienced by pregnant women. It is almost odourless to mild-smelly, semi-solid, milky discharge from the vagina. The discharge usually increases as you approach labour.

Reason: Increased production of estrogen hormone and increased blood flow to the vagina

If the discharge is not because of the infection, then you cannot do much to stop the flow. Use of panty liners can help absorb the extra fluid. Do not use tampons during pregnancy to prevent potential infection because of the same.

The hormonal imbalance during pregnancy make pregnant women more susceptible to vaginal infections. These infections are more common during the second trimester.&nbsp;

There are mainly 4 types of vaginal infections which are most common

Characterise by an overgrowth of bacterial species in the vagina due to hormone imbalance. The infection can cause severe itching. If remain untreated can lead to premature birth or low birth weight in babies.

The overgrowth of fungus (candida) causes the infection. The infection is caused due to imbalance of pH and yeast level in the vagina.

The bacteria is found in living form in so many healthy women without any symptoms. The GBS usually gets tested between 35-37 week, if present you will be giving antibiotics during birth to avoid transferring the same to a baby.

A very common but curable STD (sexually transmitted disease). The disease can be prevented by using condoms and avoiding multi-partner sexual activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The causes of vaginal infection range from Hormonal Changes to taking birth control pill, certain antibiotics, Diabetes, Unprotected sex or multi-partner sex and Douching

Symptoms and the severity vary from one woman to the other, sometimes there might be no symptoms. The infection is diagnosed by examination during your routine medical check-up. 

Hormonal changes during pregnancy causes changes in the urinary tract, making women more susceptible to UTIs. Also, the constant growth of the uterus exerts pressure on the bladder thus preventing complete emptying of urine, which in turn can lead to urinary tract infections (UTIs) due to the growth of bacteria.

Main causes which lead to bacteria entering the urinary tract are:

Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

UTIs are common during pregnancy and fortunately, they rarely cause any serious condition. Your physician will check for UTIs during the second trimester and will prescribe the oral antibiotics. If left untreated, UTIs can cause infection of kidneys or lead to other health complications like preterm labour.

COMMON INFECTIONS DURING PREGNANCY

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Turmeric is extremely beneficial in pregnancy for Skin, Digestive System and overall Immunity and well being. It is good to avoid more than 1 tea spoon of turmeric during pregnancy as it may be associated with some unwanted effects of over consumption.

Turmeric is the most commonly used spice in Asian food which is obtained from the roots of the Turmeric plant and has various medicinal properties. The curcumin is the chemical which is responsible for yellow color.

Turmeric is also known as the “Golden Spice”. Firstly because of its vibrant yellow colour and secondly to all the attributes this single spice has like antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-microbial and many more.&nbsp;

The benefits of turmeric are so many that you will be astonished to observe how it benefits you and your baby in their health. In fact, the uses date back to almost 4000 years in the Vedic culture of India.

Turmeric can cause wonders for pregnant women as every 100 grams of turmeric contains 861% of Manganese, 306% of Iron, 144% of copper, 52% of Magnesium, 44% of Potassium that one need for 2000 calorie diet.

As turmeric helps to relieve symptoms of inflammation, muscle ache and joint pains; the pregnant women show willingness towards it.

Turmeric is considered safe during pregnancy if consumed in moderate amounts.

Avoid

The side-effects are mainly due to over-consumption of turmeric:

Heartburn, premature labour, miscarriage, increase in blood flow, abortion and allergic reactions are some of the common problems associated with turmeric but the dosage which causes it, is critical.

AVOID

Turmeric consists of mainly curcumin, almost 3 % of its weight, so it may cause problems when taken in large amounts.

So, the question comes which form can the turmeric be taken by pregnant women.

SUGGESTION

Curcumin content of dried or powdered turmeric isn’t very high, so it’s not absorbed well through the bloodstream. So, the fresh root of turmeric can be used by drying and making it into a powder.

Due to the poor biodegradable property of curcumin the turmeric is quickly metabolized by the intestine and liver so we should have the knowledge of best time to use to make proper use of it.

As a pregnant woman, you need to be much aware of the best time and the right quantity to take the turmeric supplements to make the best use of its properties.

The best time to take curcumin is three or four hours before or after eating. At this time curcumin absorption will be the highest.

Turmeric in pregnancy

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Immunization and vaccines know how, vaccines in premature baby and immunization schedule

Immunization and Vaccine recommendations in various countries

Getting Immunization done to your children is an important duty to protect your newborn and also future generations from many diseases. This is not just important for your family, but also to the community as it can completely wipe out many infectious diseases from the world.

Immunization is a process to improve (boosting)&nbsp; one’s immunity (defence system of our body) by external means called vaccines. Vaccines make your body prepared to combat diseases and make you Immune.

Vaccines are weakened forms of disease-causing microbes, which will trigger the immune response in a body without actually causing the disease. So the body remembers the immune response in a case attached by the actual disease-causing microbe.

Premature or preterm babies are those babies who couldn’t stay in mother’s womb for a full term of around 40 weeks. The major immunity building of the baby takes place in the last/ third trimester. So a preterm baby has a different level of immunity which should be carefully considered. Please contact your medical professional before giving the vaccination schedule. Also kindly mention the fact of the preterm baby to your doctor during counselling and vaccination. Combination vaccines are safe and effective for preterm infants and should be used as indicated, with the exception of combination Hepatitis B vaccines, which should be delayed until at least age 6 weeks and weight greater than 2 kg

There are many immunization schedules recommended by various capable bodies- suitable for various countries. Please use the below links to get to the schedules in each country and respective applications

For more information please refer to <a href="https://www.who.int/">WHO official site</a>

For more information please visit <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/index.html">Centres for Disease Control and Prevention&nbsp;</a>

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Read and know about various child birth options available. Natural delivery, vaginal delivery or C-Section (Caesarean section)

Different Child Birth Options: Know before you choose

You should be so proud of yourself that you are doing this. Giving birth to a new life is one of the most phenomenal things in nature and hence it will not be that easy. The anticipation of the due date brings with it the expectation of the wonderful process of childbirth. 

Your child is your and so is the decision of the childbirth option you would like to opt for. You have a big decision to make so you need to know all the options available which this post will help you with.&nbsp;

Even if you are aware of all the options there are some factors will affect
your decision and you need to consider before making one:

The majorly
available child birth options are:

It was one of the only option available in olden days for delivery but with the advancement in the medical profession the number of people who are opting for it was reduced drastically. The procedure is again gaining popularity due to the natural aspect associated with it.

The natural birth is basically a procedure with no medical procedure or invasive therapy involved in it. A mid-wife play a key role in this type of procedure as she will guide the mother throughout the delivery process. 

Natural
birth is preferred because of various reasons:

If you are healthy, having a normal pregnancy and have given birth previously you can opt for a natural birth as an option but need to keep a fact in mind that complications can arrive any time so you need to have an option of moving to a hospital immediately.

There are
some conditions in which it is best to avoid natural birth:

The
delivery in a warm water bath in a tub is gaining popularity as the warm water
acts as a pain-reliever or relaxing agent during delivery.

When the birth happens through the natural birth
canal it is termed as vaginal delivery. In this type of delivery, we are not
sure when the labour might start but usually, the delivery will happen in between
38-41 weeks of pregnancy. The best of the professionals suggest that you should
opt for vaginal delivery unless there is some medical reason to go for
caesarean. 

The key
benefits of vaginal delivery are:

The women
can decide whether they want to go for non-drug delivery or delivery with drugs
beforehand to combat the labour pain. Just as labour duration varies in each
person, the amount of pain experienced by women also varies. The position, size
of the child and the intensity of contractions decide the strength of pain.

Some of the most popular non-drug options available for pain relief includes
acupuncture, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, birthing ball,
massage, changing position during labour. Even if you decide on non-drug
delivery, you can always ask for medications at any point during delivery.

Some drugs can be used to relieve the pain during labour &amp; delivery. These drugs have been tested for safety in pregnant women but can be associated with some other non-fatal side-effects. These drugs fall into 2 categories: Analgesics &amp; Anesthetics

These drugs relieve the pain without the loss of consciousness or feelings or muscle movement. These can be given systemically into veins or muscles by injection or regionally by injection into the lower back to numb the lower body. In case of epidural, a single injection or a continuous flow of medication through catheters can be done in epidural space near the spinal cord for relieve of pain but is associated the side-effect of lowering blood pressure and can lower the baby heart rate and can cause a headache.

These drugs block
consciousness, feeling, muscle movement and even pain. Depending on the medical
condition, baby condition and hospital protocols you might be given general,
spinal or epidural anesthetics for pain relief.

Ideally, in
most of the cases, the labour in vaginal delivery should be straightforward,
uncomplicated and smooth. This is not true in all cases, so depending on the
condition, the practitioner might decide to include additional procedures to
assist the vaginal delivery.

When during delivery the
head of the baby is not coming out properly or there is chance of mother skin
rupture or mother is tired and is not able to push enough an incision (a cut)
is made on perineum (skin between vagina and anus) to open the vagina so that
the baby head can come out easily.

During the delivery, if the baby is not able to emerge out properly maybe because of some obstructions or maybe because the mother is not able to push properly due to unconsciousness. The medical practitioners use a piece of special equipment similar to forceps or salad tongs to gently grab the baby head inside the vagina and slowly pull it outwards. Rest of the delivery usually happen normally.

In this procedure, the practitioner uses a vacuum pump with a soft cup on one end which is placed on the baby head. The vacuum is applied to fix the cup on the head and the baby is guided outwards through the birth canal along with mother contractions. The procedure can leave some bruises on the baby head which should go within 48 hrs.

In some cases where you have passed the due date or the baby is ready and you have not gone into labour or some other medical complications the doctors can decide to artificially induce labour. The labour is induced mainly by the synthetic form of the drug called Oxytocin. Some of the medical reasons for inducing labour might include:

Not everything goes as per plan in real life and the same applies to the childbirth. Even if you have planned for vaginal delivery, there can be complications. It is good to know that because of medical advancements there are alternate methods available like Caesarean Section or commonly known as C-Section. 

The C-Section could be planned because of already known medical condition or could be unplanned due to sudden complications arising during delivery time. Irrespective of the type, this delivery procedure works by opening the abdomen and then finally opening the uterus to remove the baby. The cut is in the shape of “C” and hence the name C-Section. 

The whole procedure is carried out under anesthesia which is given in the spinal cord or near the spinal area (epidural). The recovery time varies from 2-3 hours.

Situations that
might require planned C-Section includes:

The common
situation for unplanned C-section are:

D. Vaginal Birth After Caesarian (VBAC): 

Due to surgical advancement
nowadays it is possible to have vaginal birth even though you had C-section for
the first delivery. Before choosing your options it is best to check with the
hospitals in advance, as some of the hospitals might not have facility or staff
needed for urgent C-Section in case VBAC doesn't work out the way expected.


There are some conditions which increase your chance of VBAC:

The different types of birthing techniques have their own advantages or disadvantages. Some of the situations don’t leave with any choice but to opt for it. What is more important is that the baby is healthy and safely delivered to the world and the mother stays safe throughout the delivery process. Before taking your decision on the birthing technique you should always consult your doctor and try and follow the recommendations to avoid issues in the long run.

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Breastfeeding tips, Breastmilk supply and demand, Breastmilk pumping, Diet for Breastfeeding mother, Breastfeeding newborn and much more.

Breastfeeding Benefits for Mother and Baby

Breastfeeding, a knowledge which is either very little shared or sometimes even not, especially for first-time mothers it is a roller coaster journey.

It is very instinctive that during the beautiful phase of your pregnancy your thoughts would be mostly surrounded by the process of delivery, welcoming your baby, stuffs to keep ready for the baby, vaccination checklist and whatnot, but somehow we overlook breastfeeding as a very natural process thinking it will come on its way. Wish it could be so simple…!

Breastfeeding journey is a glass full of cocktail of emotions, both physically and mentally.&nbsp;

Practically all mothers can produce breastmilk, provided they get the right guide, ample support from family members, partner, peers, health care and all of them who surrounds her.

The first hour after delivery is known as “Magic Hour”, the duration or bout when your baby will have skin to skin contact, feel your breast, try to suckle and create a beautiful bond between you and him/her.

It is ok if he or she feeds or not, but it is extremely important to let it happen.

Women delivering through C-sec or cesarean will certainly face challenges in the initial course of time but you can definitely prepare and face them confidently.

Few important tips for initial Breastfeeding

After delivery, for the first few days, the mother’s body produces colostrum. Colostrum, also known as “golden drops” contains nutrients in the concentrated volume, immune cells and antibodies that protect newborn babies from several diseases.

Colostrum has a mild&nbsp;laxative&nbsp;effect, which helps newborn to pass their first stool, meconium, that in turn helps to clear excess&nbsp;bilirubin and prevent&nbsp;jaundice.

WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, followed by breastfeeding along with solids up to 2 years or above (also called as <a href="https://www.bestmom.org/pregnancy/extended-breastfeeding-longterm-breastfeeding-%E2%80%93-a-boon-for-baby-and-mother">extended breastfeeding</a>) for its enormous health benefits for the baby as well as the mother.

There is a brawny reason why breastmilk is termed as “Liquid Gold”; in view of the fact that breastmilk is customized as per the baby’s need.

 This tailored liquid dynamically responds to baby’s growth, age, his/her illness, differs in day and night, changes in colour, flavours and what not to give its best for their health.

Rather than supply and demand, breastfeeding is actually based on demand and supply.

First few weeks are very crucial for establishing a good supply of milk for the long term. More frequent your baby feed, more you produce milk that demonstrates demand and supply law.

It is absolutely fine if your baby feeds a lot (say every hour)or for a longer duration (say for even more than 20-30 minutes). This does not mean that you are not producing enough but actually this, in turn, is helping you to build your supply.

Babies tend to lose weight in the first few weeks. Frequent breastfeeding or feeding every 2 hours helps them to regain their weight. Once their weight regains, one can feed on demand.

The thumb rule of feeding is switching your breasts (right-left-right) every time you feed as long as your baby is hungry.

Start pumping after 3-4 weeks post-delivery if possible. Pumping before may result in oversupply.

Again aligning to the law of demand and supply, pumping every day at the same time trains your body to produce one extra feeding worth of milk per day.&nbsp;

Your milk supply is the highest when you are feeding your baby for the first time in a day. During this, feed your baby on one side and pump the other breast.&nbsp;This will eventually raise your milk supply in the morning, allowing you to get a whole bottle worth of milk in one pump per day without oversupply issues while continuing to breastfeed.&nbsp;

The pumped milk can be stored in milk bags which can be labelled with a date and can be frozen.&nbsp;

If you are pumping in office, you can use thermal insulator bags packed with ice and are safe enough while commuting too.

Hakaa - a silicone pump is also available that can be attached to the breast from which you are not feeding. This amazing gadget helps you to collect the drops of breastmilk that comes from your let down which would otherwise end up wasted in your breast pads.

The frozen milk can be stored for good 6-12 months as per Academy of Breastfeeding medicines.&nbsp;

To use frozen milk, let the milk bags thaw in the fridge overnight. Before feeding it, place the bags in warm water to let it come into room temperature; once achieved you can feed the baby with either bottle or with a spoon.

Oversupply of breast milk can be painful to both baby and mother and may need medical attention.&nbsp;

Breastfeeding mothers require high calories of about 500-600 calories per day to establish a good supply. It is absolutely ok, not to lose or gain a little bit in the first three months post-delivery.

A lactating mother need not have to eat anything special but a balanced diet. Anything and everything in moderation are fine for a lactating mother.&nbsp;

Having said that, a balanced diet should include cereal-based starchy foods, some dairy products, proteins and loads of fruits and vegetables (three servings of each). Drink ample water.

The Key Mantra for good lactation is “Eat and drink to your satisfaction”.

Food that increases the milk supply of breastfeeding mothers is termed as “Galactagogues”. Adding few galactagogues in your diet such as garlic, fennel seeds, chickpeas, ginger, papaya, oatmeal, garden cress seeds definitely helps you in elevating milk supply.

Many mothers take ayurvedic preparations such as lactate granules or Shatavari pills which works incredibly in peaking up milk supply.

Happy breastfeeding can only come from a happy mother. Enjoy it and live it.&nbsp;

It will definitely be a ride of stress and happiness, exertion and relaxation and all, that you would probably dream of, but it’s worth experiencing it.

I bet someday you will miss these days, with tears and smile on your face…!

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Hair colour safety is always a burning question among pregnant woman. Know about the various colours or dyes available, which dyes to avoid and which dyes can be used.

Pregnancy in a woman causes several changes. Your body will go through several changes along with your developing baby. Though pregnancy is an absolute delightful period for any mother you may not always feel good about yourself as your body goes through these changes.

It will be sometimes stressful, so to move on through that phase we should dedicate some time for ourselves as we also have the right to look beautiful. Fresh, new hair colour can brighten your mood.

Hair colour or dyes includes various chemical compounds which are mixed together to produce various types of colour that can be applied on the hair. Hair colours are available in two forms

Mother’s thinking that hair colouring or dying your hair during pregnancy leads to adverse effects on the foetus is only a myth.

Because according to (<a href="http://e-lactancia.org/media/papers/HairtDyeTeatmentsBF-OTIS2010.pdf">OTIS</a>) Organization of Teratology Information Specialists, which collects information on potential reproductive risks, reported that hair colouring or dying has no danger to the baby during pregnancy.

They have found that there were no such cases reported until now which caused major changes during pregnancy to the foetus, as the very little amount is absorbed by the body.

     	Chemical-based and natural hair colours or dyes are again comprised of four types They are as follows:

Permanent hair colouring or dying involves mixing of two chemicals like hydrogen peroxide and ammonia with the colouring agent.

Permanent dyes are colourless precursors which require activation with a developer. The developer usually contains hydrogen peroxide.

This process of mixing of Hydrogen peroxide and ammonia creates a chemical reaction named as oxidation according to Cunnane-Phillips.

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