Normal Delivery: Postpartum Care & Healing
Your guide to recovery after a normal delivery, covers physical healing, nutrition for new mothers, emotional well-being, and practical tips for the first 40 days.
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Group B Strep in Pregnancy: What a Positive Test Means
A positive GBS swab at 36 weeks isn't an infection. OB-GYN explains Group B Strep carriage, the antibiotic plan during labour, and your baby's actual risk.
Stretch Marks in Pregnancy: How to Prevent, Treat & What Actually Helps
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Linea Nigra: When It Appears in Pregnancy & When It Fades
Linea nigra is the dark line running down the belly during pregnancy — caused by melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). OB-GYN guide to when it appears (usually second trimester), how dark it gets, and when it fades after delivery.
Fetal Movement Week by Week: When to Feel Kicks & Kick Count Guide
When do you first feel baby kick? Flutters from 16-20 weeks, regular movement by 24-28 weeks. OB-GYN's trimester-by-week guide, kick counting after 28 weeks, and when reduced movement needs same-day attention. By Dr. Suganya Venkat, OB-GYN.
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Foods to Avoid in Pregnancy
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Fruits to Eat in Pregnancy
A seasonal guide to the best fruits for each trimester of pregnancy. Know which fruits to eat, how much, and which ones to limit during pregnancy.