Babies who consume nothing but breast milk for their first three months of life may have healthier cholesterol levels by adolescence than infants who drink formula, a new study suggests
Paediatricians recommend that mothers exclusively breastfeed infants until they’re at least 6 months old because it can bolster babies’ immune systems and reduce their risk of ear and respiratory infections, sudden infant death syndrome, allergies, obesity and diabetes. Breast milk does contain more cholesterol than formula, however, and little is known about how this might […]
Getting back in shape and becoming a ‘yummy mummy’ immediately post pregnancy is the new hype amongst new mothers. What most mothers forget is that there is no right or wrong time to lose post-pregnancy weight since every person is unique and has unique circumstances
Losing weight post pregnancy can be a struggle and stressful task. A new mother enters a new stage in life with the birth of her little one. While her hormones are at work, there are many other things as well - the sleepless nights, the unwanted advice on eating right for feeding right and […]
Here are seven breastfeeding risks that may harm the nursing mother, the baby or both
Breastfeeding is a mother’s natural way of feeding their young. It is a healthier alternative to industrialised formula when it comes to supplying vitamins and nutrients essential to the baby’s growth. However, there are disadvantages of breastfeeding that may adversely affect the mother, the baby or both. Here are seven of them. Mastitis development Mastitis […]
Post-delivery, the breast secretes colostrum - a deep yellow serous fluid which is alkaline in nature. It is rich in protein, vitamin A, sodium and chloride content and is low in carbohydrate and fat content. Antibodies IgA, IgG, IgM* and humoral factor – lactoferrin (a protein present in milk and other secretions, with bactericidal and […]
Dr Manjiri Mehta, a Consultant Gynaecologist, Obstetrician, and Laparoscopic Surgeon, Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi shares that though a woman may not be able to conceive a child, however, she can now breastfeed her surrogate child through medical advancements
For most women, getting pregnant is an opportunity of a lifetime. However, not every woman can achieve this entitlement due to various biological factors. Some factors that may hamper pregnancy may include repeated miscarriages, failure of embryo impartment in the womb, hysterectomy or a pelvic disorder, impaired uterus, a dangerous heart condition, high blood pressure, […]
Mothers have long been told that ‘breast is best’ when it comes to feeding newborn babies, but a small experiment suggests at least some of the benefits may have nothing to do with the milk itself
Paediatricians recommend that mothers exclusively breastfeed infants until they’re at least 6 months old because it can bolster babies’ immune systems and reduce their risk of ear and respiratory infections, sudden infant death syndrome, allergies, obesity and diabetes. While there’s plenty of research documenting these benefits, less is known about exactly how breastfeeding might cause […]
Compared with women who breastfed for less than six months, those who breastfed longer had an average waist size about an inch and a half smaller
Breastfeeding for longer than six months may lead to a smaller waist size for the mother, researchers report, and the effect persists for as long as a decade. Their analysis, in The Journal of Women’s Health, used data on 678 women enrolled in two studies who were followed for an average of 11 years […]
Childbirth changes a woman’s life completely, importantly, the way her body functions. Most times, gynaecological changes are riddled with their own set of adverse effects
Understanding an important factor and after-effect of childbirth - ‘irregular periods’, is something every woman should be aware of. Irregular periods after delivery, are a normal phenomenon that is expected after childbirth. The causes are multiple, some interlinked, but all of them play their part in irregular periods. The commonest causes are: Breastfeeding This is […]
Scientists believe that there are good biological reasons why breastfeeding may protect against diabetes. For example, it is known to boost hormones which control blood insulin levels and lower blood sugar. It can also help new mothers lose pregnancy weight
Breastfeeding for six months or longer cuts the risk of developing type 2 diabetes nearly in half for women during their childbearing years, the longest ever study has shown. Researchers in the US analysed data from women who enrolled in a heart health study more than 30 years ago, and whose lifestyles and health were […]
Mothers who breastfeed for six months or more may have less fat in their livers and a lower risk of liver disease, according to a new American study
Breastfeeding has long been tied to health benefits for women, including lower risks for heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers. The current study focused on whether nursing might also be tied to a reduced risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFDL), which is usually linked with obesity and certain eating habits. Researchers followed 844 women […]
Losing weight post pregnancy can be a struggle and stressful task. A new mother enters a new stage in life with the birth of her little one. While her hormones are at work, there are many other things as well - the sleepless nights, the unwanted advice on eating right for feeding right and 
Breastfeeding is a mother’s natural way of feeding their young. It is a healthier alternative to industrialised formula when it comes to supplying vitamins and nutrients essential to the baby’s growth. However, there are disadvantages of breastfeeding that may adversely affect the mother, the baby or both. Here are seven of them. Mastitis development Mastitis 
For most women, getting pregnant is an opportunity of a lifetime. However, not every woman can achieve this entitlement due to various biological factors. Some factors that may hamper pregnancy may include repeated miscarriages, failure of embryo impartment in the womb, hysterectomy or a pelvic disorder, impaired uterus, a dangerous heart condition, high blood pressure,