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7 Foods That Increase Your Chances of Conceiving Twins
A baby brings immense happiness in your life, and twin babies are twice the fun and make you feel on top of the world. But not all parents are of the same view. There are many who dread the thought of having twins or more babies at the same time, while others may desperately want to have twins. Are you and your partner in the second category? Then, this article is just for you! It is not only your genes that may do the trick, but also your eating habits. In the following article, we have listed down various foods that you could eat to conceive twins.
Foods to Eat to Get Pregnant With Twins
The natural way is the best way, and if you are planning to have twins, you will have to make a few changes to your diet. If you have always dreamt of having twins, eating the following foods may make your dreams come true. Here’s the list of foods to increase fertility for twins:
1. Yam
In one of the studies, it was observed that people of the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria have a high rate of twin births. It was established that it was because of the significant amount of yams in their diet. Yams are a rich source of progesterone and phytoestrogens, and this may lead to hyper-ovulation. Therefore, the high amount of yams in their diet was reported as a probable cause of twin or multiple births.
2. Tapioca
Most women release one egg during ovulation. Twins occur when the egg splits into two after fertilisation or if two separate eggs get fertilised. Some researchers have proven that eating tapioca may help a woman release more than one egg during ovulation. Releasing more than one egg increases the possibility of having twins. However, in this case, the twins may not be identical twins, but fraternal twins, as two separate eggs get fertilised.
3. Folic Acid
Folic acid is one of the main requirements of your growing baby, and your doctor may recommend folic acid supplements along with other vitamins during your pregnancy. Avocado, spinach, broccoli, and asparagus are a good source of folic acid too. Apart from this, it is suggested that women who are trying to get pregnant should consume folic acid on a regular basis to increase their chances of conception. Researchers have also established that taking a higher quantity of folic acid may increase a woman’s chance of having twin babies. You may take twice the recommended dosage if you are trying to conceive twins. However, make sure to consult your doctor before doing so.
4. Dairy
In a study, it was established that woman who consume more dairy and dairy derivatives are five times more likely to have twin babies, in comparison to women who consume lesser milk or dairy products. It was seen that consumption of milk and other dairy products increase a specific kind of protein in the body, which is called 'insulin-like growth factor.' This kind of protein is present in cow’s milk and can also be obtained from other animal products. When you consume more milk, your ovaries may release more eggs, increasing the possibility of conceiving twins.
5. Maca Root
Consumption of maca root is very beneficial for men and women who are facing fertility issues. Additionally, consuming maca root is suggested to women who wish to have twin babies. Though there is not much evidence available that supports this claim, it is worth giving a shot. This root can be consumed in raw, dried or powdered form.
6. Complex Carbohydrates
Complex carbohydrates are a good option if you want to plan for twin babies. Carbohydrates are great for your body, and it is a good idea to include complex carbohydrates, rather than including just simple carbohydrates in your diet. Food items such as beans, grains, and vegetables, are a great source of complex carbohydrates. You are not only more likely to have twins with this kind of diet, but a diet rich in complex carbohydrates may even help in preventing neural birth defects in babies.
7. Pineapple Core
Pineapples are a great way of increasing your chances of having twin babies. You can include the core of the pineapple fruit in your diet. The presence of bromelain, which is a type of protein, in pineapples helps with ovulation and fertilisation.
Adding the above-mentioned foods to your diet may help you conceive twin babies. However, it is considered that you get in touch with your doctor before making any major dietary changes while trying to get pregnant. Along with these dietary changes, it is recommended to make some lifestyle changes as well. If you are underweight, it is suggested that you gain some weight because studies have shown that overweight women have more chances of getting pregnant with twin babies. It is also observed that taller women are more likely to give birth to twins, as compared to women who are shorter or have an average height. In case you are breastfeeding and planning on having twins, then it is a good idea to keep practising breastfeeding. This is because breastfeeding increases your chances of having twins, by 9 times. Having twins may also depend on your ethnicity. For instance, African women have a higher chance of giving birth to twins, in comparison to Caucasian women; whereas Hispanic or Asian women are less likely to have twin babies.
Other Ways to Increase Your Chances of Having Twins
There are certain medical methods to heighten your chances of conceiving twins. However, make sure to consult your doctor when considering these methods:
1. IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation)
During IVF, eggs from the woman are retrieved and fertilised by her partner’s sperm, in the lab. Once embroys are formed, one of more are transferred to the woman’s uterus, to hopefuly result in a positive pregnancy. However, it is seen that transferring multiple embryos may result in multiple pregnancies (or twins). Hence, you could opt for IVF treatment to increase your likelihood of having twin babies.
2. Fertility Medication
Fertility drugs increase the number of eggs released by the ovaries, to increase the chances of conception. However, this also increases the likelihood of multiple eggs being fertilised, resulting in fraternal twins. As fertility medication can only be taken in a certain amount, depending on your medical and physical health, a doctor must be consulted before trying this method to conceive twins.
No doubt there are many factors that may affect your chances of giving birth to twin babies, but you can try for twin babies by following some of the suggestions mentioned above. If you want to know more about conceiving twin babies, get in touch with your doctor.
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Diet Plan for 16 Month 3 Week Old Toddler
Introduction
Now that we’re into the 3rd week, your little one must have tasted a wide variety of foods that are tickling and teasing his tase buds! You may have noticed that certain food items keep repeating across the meal plans, including porridge, the typical roti-sabzi combos, a glass of milk everyday, and lots and lots of fruits too. These are staples that your child will not only take to quickly but will find easy to eat, while gaining essential nutrients as well. The next set of meal plans also include these staples, as well as some new dishes we’re sure your kiddo will love!
Food Menu & Schedule for 16 Month 3 Week Old Toddler
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 1
Breakfast
Poha with milk
Mid-morning
Rajgira (amaranth) sheera
Lunch
Multigrain roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + a few slices of tomato + hand pounded rice
Evening
Oats and fruit smoothie
Dinner
Dal khichdi with carrot halwa
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 2
Breakfast
Broccoli sooji (semolina) upma + elaichi (green cardamom)-kesar (saffron) milk
Mid-morning
Fresh coconut barfi
Lunch
Roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + a few slices of cucumber + hand pounded rice
Evening
Dhokla with green chutney
Dinner
Tomato-pumpkin-masoor dal (red lentil) soup with hand pounded rice pulao
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 3
Breakfast
Banana-vanilla milkshake
Mid-morning
Pumpkin soup with toast
Lunch
Multigrain roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + grated carrot + hand pounded rice
Evening
Fruit custard
Dinner
Palak (spinach)-paneer (cottage cheese) paratha
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 4
Breakfast
Egg or paneer (cottage cheese) paratha with green chutney
Mid-morning
Pear and papaya chaat
Lunch
Roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + a few slices of cucumber + hand pounded rice
Evening
Fresh coconut barfi
Dinner
Vegetable khichdi with dahi (curd) or kadhi
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 5
Breakfast
Sooji (semolina) sheera with milk
Mid-morning
Pineapple juice
Lunch
Multigrain roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + a few slices of boiled beetroot + hand pounded rice
Evening
Ragi (finger millet) satva
Dinner
Methi (fenugreek) thepla + lauki (bottle gourd) kofta
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 6
Breakfast
Wheat ladoo and milk
Mid-morning
Melon balls
Lunch
Roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + a few slices of cucumber + hand pounded rice
Evening
Potato-cheese lollipops
Dinner
Paratha + paneer (cottage cheese) bhurji
Diet for a 16-month-old – Week 3, Day 7
Breakfast
Fruit custard
Mid-morning
Phirni
Lunch
Multigrain roti + dal + a sabzi of choice + a few slices of tomato + hand pounded rice
Evening
Boiled corn and sprouts chaat
Dinner
Chicken curry with plain rice and vegetable soup
Conclusion
If you notice that there are foods your baby doesn’t eat at all, it could be that he didn’t like it because of the way it was cooked or its flavour in that particular dish. Re-introduce such foods in a different way, sneak them into other dishes that he likes, and present dishes in creative and colourful ways. You’ll be surprised at how your baby actually might enjoy the same food he rejected earlier! For more ideas on what to cook up next week, click here! Read more
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Yellow Discharge During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be accompanied by some wonderful and horrible experiences. With your body changing rapidly and your hormones playing their balancing act, you may find yourself combating many unpleasant reactions from your body. One of them is fluids and discharges that leave your body through your vagina. There could be many potential reasons for yellow discharge during early pregnancy from the vagina. It could be the result of an infection which, if left untreated, could spread through your cervix to the placenta and infect the amniotic fluid.
What is Yellow Discharge?
The surge in your hormone levels during pregnancy include the increase in the levels of oestrogen within the body. This leads to additional blood flow to the vagina causing leucorrhea (the discharge seen from the vagina during pregnancy). This discharge comprises of secretions from the cervix as well as the vagina, normal bacterial flora from the vaginal walls, and the old vaginal cells. The amount and frequency of discharge differ in every woman.
Is Yellow Discharge in Pregnancy Normal?
Vaginal discharge is the body’s own mechanism for cleaning the vagina by flushing out dead cells and bacteria to keep the vagina clean and healthy. Leucorrhea, an increased amount of vaginal mucus, is a common pregnancy symptom. The amount of discharge released will peak during the third trimester. If the discharge has a foul smell and is of a dark colour, then you will need to visit the doctor.
What Causes Yellow Discharge in Pregnant Women?
Other than high oestrogen levels, there are some other causes for the bright yellow discharge that can be seen when you’re pregnant.
1. Dominance of Oestrogen
High levels of oestrogen mean larger amounts of vaginal discharge. Other factors that cause an increase in oestrogen levels are excess body fat, stress, a low-fibre diet or even a weak immune system. Your doctor may prescribe medication if oestrogen dominance is the cause of abnormal discharge.
2. Yeast Infections
Yeast infections are common during the second trimester of pregnancy as the hormones affect the vagina’s pH level, allowing yeast called Candida albicans to grow. This causes the production of thick, white, foul-smelling discharge, vaginal itching, redness, and swelling of the vulva. The colour of the mucus may differ from woman to woman. Your doctor may prescribe medication that will eliminate the infection soon, causing no harm to your baby.
3. Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is caused when the balance of good and bad bacteria of the vaginal flora is toppled. Good bacteria control the bad bacteria, but when the bad bacteria outnumber the good, it results in bacterial vaginosis. It is characterized by a yellow-green, thick and foul-smelling discharge accompanied by itching and swelling. This condition could lead to premature delivery, low birth weight of the baby and even a uterine infection after pregnancy, if not treated on time.
4. Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
The most common cause of abnormal discharge, STDs pose a very high risk to both the mother and the baby. STDs, if not treated on time, could lead to premature rupture of the membrane, premature delivery, and even lead to the baby being born with low birth weight. The main STDs that lead to an abnormal discharge are trichomoniasis, chlamydia, and gonorrhoea.
When You Need to Worry
Other than the causes mentioned above, you may be infected by some other STDs which are not characterised by burning, itching or irritation. Any sight of grey, green, yellow discharge with an unpleasant smell is certainly something to worry about.
How is Yellow Discharge Treated?
There are measures that could help reduce the amount of discomfort resulting from the discharge.
Home Remedies for Yellow Discharge
Panty liners are great to help absorb the discharge if it is not caused by an infection.
Keep the vaginal area clean, healthy and neat. After doing your business, ensure that you always wipe the area from the front to the back. Wiping the other way around can cause germs to reach your vagina.
Wear cotton panties for additional comfort and breathability. Stay away from synthetic materials if you suspect an infection.
Avoid scented soaps, pads and toilet paper, hygiene sprays, and tight-fitting pants.
Stay away from douching as it distresses the normal bacterial flora of the vagina and increases the chances of having an infection.
How You Can Prevent Yellow Discharge When Pregnant
Keep the genital area clean and dry all the time.
Wearing loose-fitting clothes and undergarments that will not irritate the skin.
Avoid douching the vagina to abate infection.
Follow a healthy diet and include a lot of yoghurt in it.
Emotional stress can also lead to an excess of discharge. Relieve yourself of stress through various methods like yoga, meditation, exercise, eating right, etc.
FAQs
Below are a few notable questions that people may have:
1. Can Yellow Discharge Be a Sign of Pregnancy?
When the vaginal discharge is yellow, it can usually be of two types - thick, or thin and watery. The latter indicates that a woman is about to start her period, the yellowish tint arising from early menstrual blood. However, if the woman doesn’t notice other symptoms of her period starting, it could also mean that she has an infection.
When the discharge is thicker, however, this can either mean the onset of the period or an early sign of pregnancy too. The yellowish tint in this case can arise due to the process of implantation that has taken place. A pregnancy test will help you confirm this matter.
2. Is Yellowish-White Discharge During Pregnancy Normal?
A yellowish-white discharge with no odour and with the consistency of an egg white is quite normal during pregnancy.
3. Is Yellow Odourless Discharge While Pregnant Okay?
Generally, the discharge tends to be white in colour or light yellow. But if it is of a dark shade and gets increasingly darker over time, a doctor’s opinion must be taken. It’s best if the colour of the discharge is monitored so that the doctor has more information to go by to diagnose the actual problem.
4. Can Thick Yellow Discharge with Foul Smell be a Symptom of a Disease?
In most cases, yes, thick yellow discharge accompanied by a foul smell could be a symptom of an infection or a disease, and it calls for medical intervention.
It’s definitely a concern when you see an unpleasant discharge from your vagina and it may also be embarrassing to discuss the same with your doctor. A light vaginal discharge, whether white, cream or light yellow in colour with an egg white consistency is completely normal. But if the discharge takes on some strange colour and emanates a foul odour, you would need to seek medical advice to take corrective action.
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Food Poisoning during Pregnancy
For a healthy pregnancy, a balanced and nutritious diet is important. The right nutritional intake not only keeps you healthy, it also nourishes your foetus. It is mandatory though that you are careful while making your food choices. During pregnancy, you are more susceptible to have food poisoning because of changes in metabolism and circulation. The wrong kind of food can cause food poisoning and create complications in your pregnancy. Acute food poisoning can cause dehydration, miscarriage or premature delivery. Please consult your doctor in case you have food poisoning during pregnancy.
What is Food Poisoning?
Food poisoning does not mean that your food has been poisoned intentionally, it simply means that the food is contaminated. This could be because of bacteria, virus or a parasite. Symptoms of food poisoning can be similar to other illnesses or can be confused with that of morning sickness. Food poisoning is mostly not harmful and may not cause any long-term problems for both you and the foetus. However, it is still an unpleasant experience.
The main problem with food poisoning is that it can cause complications for you and the foetus. However, the risk varies from person to person.
Depending on the ability of your immune system to fight the microorganism or other contamination, the risk to you and your foetus can vary. The severity of food poisoning could range from a risk of miscarriage, premature delivery, stillbirth to maternal death. This is why it is advised to treat all cases of food poisoning in pregnant mothers expeditiously.
How Common is Food Poisoning During Pregnancy?
Hormonal changes in the body during pregnancy weaken the immune system of pregnant women and increase their risk for certain illnesses like food poisoning. However, statistical data on food poisoning during pregnancy is not reliable. This is because most cases are never reported and don’t need any extensive medical care.
Types of Food Poisoning
Food poisoning could be mild, severe or even fatal. Here we are going to find out more about the more serious variety that you must guard against.
1. Listeriosis
Caused by the Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. Generally found in some raw vegetables, meat, dairy products as well as processed soft cheese. Symptoms may include fever, muscle pain, nausea or diarrhea, headache or even convulsions. In pregnant women, the infection can cause premature delivery, infection of the foetus, stillbirth or long-term health issues for the baby. Pregnant women are ten times more likely than general population to get this infection.
2. Toxoplasmosis
Caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite. You can get it from the soil or from a surface contaminated with cat's litter or cat feces. Symptoms may be flu-like or cause muscle aches and swollen glands. This type of infection can pass on from the mother to the foetus resulting in miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth defects.
3. Salmonellosis
Caused by Salmonella bacteria. You can get it either by touching an infected animal or by eating contaminated foods. Primary symptoms include dehydration and bacteremia (bacteria in the blood). Salmonellosis can pass from mother to child during pregnancy. Babies born with salmonellosis may have diarrhea, fever or may even develop meningitis after birth.
Causes of Food Poisoning
Common bacteria such as Listeria, E. coli, and Salmonella, apart from chemical contaminants cause the most common types of food poisoning in pregnant women. These enter the mother’s body through:
Unhygienic cleaning and storage of food items (vegetables, meats, fish and perishable food items)
Contaminated water
Not following a personal hygiene regimen (such as washing your hands thoroughly with soap after exposure to soil or other contaminated surfaces)
Use of stored/processed food vs. freshly prepared food
Signs and Symptoms of Food Poisoning While Pregnant
Food poisoning usually affects stomach and intestines and often starts with relatively mild symptoms such as fever and body aches. General symptoms are –
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal (belly) cramps
The severity of the symptoms depends on your overall health and your immune system’s ability to fight the organism causing the infection. In some cases, the symptoms may be mild or absent and leave you unaware of the risk to your unborn child.
Screening for Food Poisoning
A well-balanced diet is important for every woman during pregnancy. Good food provides the necessary nutrients and energy to the mother and the baby.
Being careful with your food habits can reduce the risks associated with food borne infections or food poisoning. Here are a few tips to screen food during pregnancy:
Avoid unpasteurized milk and products made from such milk (particularly soft cheese).
Avoid fresh sprouts (they may carry E. coli)
Stay away from raw meat, fish, and egg.
Avoid seafood.
Avoid juices or cider (even freshly prepared juice can contain E.coli).
Wash raw vegetables thoroughly in clean water.
Always store meat and milk products refrigerated at or below 40 degrees.
Marinate and thaw food in the fridge, not on the counter.
Cook meats and seafood thoroughly (well done, not rare or medium).
Make sure food is served hot, right after preparation.
Don't buy food past its "use by" or “expiry” date.
Avoid food with damaged packaging.
Wash your hands before preparing, storing or eating food.
Cook leftover food until steaming hot. Refrigeration doesn't prevent the bacteria from multiplying.
Effects of Food Poisoning on Pregnancy and Baby
Harmful microorganisms or heavy metals or chemicals in food can enter the placenta and affect the growing foetus. The unborn baby is vulnerable to such infections since it’s’ immune system is not fully developed. As a result, the foetus or the new born baby can experience a variety of health issues ranging from:
Low birth weight
Bacteraemia
Hearing loss or blindness
Seizures
Brain, heart or kidney problems
Treatment of Food Poisoning During Pregnancy
Knowing exactly what to do if you get food poisoning while pregnant can be tricky. Hence, consulting your family doctor is advisable. Priority of treatment should be to:
Stay hydrated - For the mother, the biggest risk is dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhea. Drinking water, soups or Oral Rehydration System (ORS) at regular intervals keeps your body hydrated and replenishes the lost electrolytes.
Identify the cause - Clinical tests can help establish the specific cause of food poisoning.
Start the treatment - Once the cause is identified, an antibiotic that is safe for pregnant mothers to neutralize the infection causing organism. This will also help to prevent the infection from spreading to the foetus.
Home Remedies For Food Poisoning When Pregnant
Be alert for the warning signs given by your body of any discomfort of the stomach. Apart from that, here are a few things you can try at home.
Rest speeds up your recovery process
Flush out all the toxins from your body by drinking as many fluids as possible
You should start with soft, easily digestible foods. Once you start feeling better you can get back to your regular diet.
Avoid milk and milk based food during your illness.
The best approach to prevent food poisoning is to actively get involved in eating the food that keeps you fit and minimizes the risk of food poisoning giving you the right nutrition needed for a healthy pregnancy. Maintaining hygienic habits too will go a long way in ensuring that you have a safe and uneventful pregnancy.
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Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer - Everything You Should Know
Breastfeeding creates an affectionate bond between the mother and the newborn. But breastfeeding just after your breast cancer treatment might look like a nightmare to you. It is because of all the trauma involved in breast cancer treatment. With multiple times scanning, biopsies, poking, surgeries, and treatment, you might have already fought a lot.
You have a fighter in you, and now you have a child to look after too. Your little bundle of joy will help you forget all the pain you went through while fighting breast cancer. There might be ample questions about the link between breastfeeding and breast cancer. Relax and read along to understand the impact of breast cancer on breastfeeding.
Is Breastfeeding Possible After Breast Cancer?
Breastfeeding is challenging for every mother, with or without a history of breast cancer. But for a mother who just battled breast cancer, it can be even more complicated. However, research suggests that you can happily breastfeed after the treatment. But the breast cancer treatment and care plan are different for different individuals. And this creates the difference!
The relationship between nursing breast cancer is that nursing after breast cancer is advisable after treatment only when you are no longer under chemotherapy. Also, it would help if you were not on hormone therapy which includes long-term medicines like aromatase inhibitors, trastuzumab, or tamoxifen. It is because cancer cannot travel to your newborn through nursing, but the negative effects of this medication can.
Talk to your doctor about how long you should wait for post-chemotherapy to start nursing your child. If you are pregnant during the treatment, discuss with your doctor how the treatment will affect your course of pregnancy and once the newborn arrives.
Impact of Cancer Treatment on Breastfeeding
As described above, the treatment plan dictates whether you will be able to breastfeed or not. Every case is different, but here is a brief breakdown of the types of surgery that affect breastmilk:
1. Single Mastectomy
In this case, it is possible to nurse from the unaffected breast. But you might get a limited supply of milk initially. But with continuous nursing and pumping, the supply might improve. Talk to a lactation expert.
2. Double Mastectomy
This surgery takes off all the milk ducts; so, there is no possibility of breastfeeding in this scenario.
3. Chemotherapy
If you are currently undergoing chemo, it will not be possible to feed your child. You will have to wait for a particular duration of time to nurse next, which will ensure that the drugs have entirely left your system. Consult your lactation expert or gynecologist, or oncologist in this regard.
4. Hormone Therapy
If you are prescribed long-term medications, like tamoxifen, you can’t breastfeed since these medicines pass into your breastmilk and are harmful to the child.
5. Lumpectomy
If you were treated by lumpectomy, your ability to nurse depends on the amount of tissue removed and the amount of radiation given to you. In a minimal lumpectomy, some breastmilk is produced from the treated breast.
6. Radiation
It is generally safe to breastfeed if you are taking radiation therapy right now; however, get confirmation from your doctor regarding this. But if you were treated with a lot of radiation in the past, your milk-producing tissues may already be damaged; hence, there is a possibility that they do not produce milk anymore.
Mammograms After Breast Cancer Surgery
Different surgeries are used to treat breast cancer. The type of surgery defines the need for mammograms. If you had breast-conserving surgery or BCS, the doctor would ideally advise you to take mammograms of the treated breast 6 to 12 months after the end of radiation therapy. Mammograms help in looking for the early signs of cancer build-up. Also, mammograms are required for the untreated breast at least once a year. If a woman had breast cancer once, there are chances of reoccurrence.
Women treated by mastectomy will not need mammograms of the treated side. But yes, yearly mammograms will be required on the remaining breast. In the case of a double mastectomy, mammograms are no longer required. But in this case, also, cancer might develop on the chest wall or in the skin, which can be diagnosed by physical examination as well.
In the case of reconstructed breasts after mastectomy, mammograms are usually not required. But if something unusual is witnessed during a physical examination, a mammogram might be done. An MRI or breast ultrasound might help in this regard too.
In the case of subcutaneous mastectomy (nipple-sparing mastectomy), doctors advise taking follow-up mammograms. It is because some breast tissues might still be there under the nipple.
Tips for Successfully Nursing After Breast Cancer
If you are someone who has got a nod from your doctor to breastfeed after a breast cancer history, here are some tips to go about it:
Your breast lobes may be damaged or dried up due to treatment. Try using cold packs or take ibuprofen to ease out the pain.
Buy a good quality breast pump. It will help you pump a good amount of milk from the untreated or low milk-producing breast.
Be gentle on yourself and your breast or breasts. Do not take the stress.
Some people suggest rubbing your nipples with a dry towel, scrubbers, or loofah - it will help tighten up the nipples and easy latching.
If you feed with a single breast, it will become sore with time. Rub little breastmilk over the nipple, and it will heal on its own.
Supposedly if you are nursing from one breast, this breast is bigger than the non-nursing one. Insert a silicone bra cup inside your nursing bra to fill the smaller one to manage this size difference.
Myths and Facts - Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer
Here are some eye-opening myths and facts about the link between breast cancer and breastfeeding:
1. Myth
Women might develop breast cancer while nursing
Fact
This is a rather rare scenario. But there are a few cases where breast cancer in feeding mothers was found. So, it would help if you keep checking your breasts from time to time to find out any unrealistic lump formation.
2. Myth
Nursing can lower the risk of breast cancer in the mother
Facts
Does breastfeeding prevent breast cancer? Not completely true, but yes, breastfeeding reduces the risk of breast cancer. In nursing women, the count of hormones that increase the risk of breast cancer is much lower.
3. Myth
Nursing mothers can go for mammograms
Fact
Yes, you can go for a mammogram. But there are chances that you get a false-positive. It is because the breasts remain dense during this time. Therefore, it will be better to go for a biopsy or imaging.
4. Myth
A lump during breastfeeding could be a sign of breast cancer
Fact
This is not necessarily true. Lumps during nursing can be non-cancerous too. But following signs are a cause of concern:
They do not go away with time and are growing in size.
Upon pressing the lump, it does not move.
It makes the skin around it dimple or look like orange peel.
Breastfeeding does form an intimate bond between you and your child. But due to some reason, if you are not able to nurse your child, do not feel guilty, and do not take the stress. Remember to be happy. Bottle feed your child. Bottle feeding also gives you a lot of opportunities to develop a beautiful bond with your child. Remember that it is important to remain healthy and be there with your child to fulfill their needs. Happy Parenting!
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5 Tips to Plan the Perfect Romantic Staycation This Winter
Staycation as a concept was introduced sometime in the early 2000s. A staycation is a vacation you take in your own city. You take days off from work, disconnect from all things that occupy your time of the day in your daily, routine life, and you indulge in all the fine things your city has to offer – all the fun things you want to do, places you want to visit, etc.
A lot of people prefer taking staycations these days for a number of benefits they have: you don't have to pack, you don’t have to get in queues or spend time travelling, you don’t have to shop anything specifically for your vacation – it’s practically free!
So if you are someone who wants to give this concept a try, here are some handy tips for you!
5 Tips To Ensure You Have The Best Romantic Staycation!
There are a lot of things that may have changed between you are your partner after your kids come along. It has been found that most couples get so engrossed in their children’s needs, they tend to completely ignore their partner! A romantic staycation might just become the thing that reignites the spark and brings you and your partner closer together again!
Here are 5 simple tips to follow while planning a dreamy (and steamy) staycation with your partner!
1. Get a Babysitter
One of the biggest challenges of having a romantic staycation is finding someone to look after the kids. So make sure you make arrangements for them to be taken care of. If you are going to spend your staycation at home, it would be best to send the kids off to their grandparents’ house. If that is not an option, try and get a sister or a relative to pitch in and help you out. Whatever happens, DO NOT plan a romantic staycation with your kids in the picture.
2. Consider Booking a Hotel For a Couple Of Nights
Agreed, a staycation is about not going out of town. But it need not mean you have to stay cooped up at home. It is strongly recommended that you consider booking a hotel for at least a couple of days, out of the entire duration of your staycation. there’s something so sexy about hotel rooms after all, isn’t it? A vacation is also about a change of scene and vibes – and these won’t change if you spend all your time in your own house! Look for one that has all the means to spoil you silly – fancy bar, jacuzzi, spa, the works. You are going to save a lot of money on travelling (since you are going to be in your own city), so go for the most luxurious hotel you can find, and exploit all services they have to offer.
3. Buy Something Nice, And Get The Party Started
We’re talking about sex, of course! The whole idea of a romantic staycation is to get alone-time with your dearest darling, without being disturbed by anyone, or being called-away by your kids. So make sure you make the most of it. Buy something nice for each other, clean up well and pay careful attention to your grooming, and get out of your comfort zone! Don’t just think about ‘doing it’; try and create an experience that you will both cherish... until your next one!
4. Disconnect Completely
This can be the one thing that ruins any plan you make – be it a staycation, or even an ordinary vacation. If you were away on some beach, or up in the mountains, would you have taken that call from the office, or responded to that email at 10 in the night? No. So why do it just because you are on a staycation? Take your staycation seriously! You can designate an hour a day to check your emails and get back to people, maybe even check on the kids. But for all the other 23 hours of the day, there should be one and only one thing on your to-do list – relaxing and enjoying yourself!
5. Mix Things Up!
The whole idea of taking a vacation is to break away from routine. So what is the point if you keep doing everything according to your daily habits? Make a deliberate effort to break away from patterns – get up at noon, have breakfast for lunch, binge-drink, max out the dance floor... basically, throw your worries to the wind, and really enjoy every moment!
As adults, we forget how wonderful it can be to experience dolce far niente – the joy of doing nothing. So this winter, make sure you take fun seriously and have a blast with your boo!
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Q. Q.Asktheexperta# I m an expecting mother of 29 yrs. LMP 10 Feb 2024 . my husband's HPLC report shows thalassemia minor trait while mine is hb d Punjab trait . can we continue with this pregnancy ??
Rashmi
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3 hours ago
A. Well you should check with your gynaecologist for that she has to go through all the reports and the issues that you are facing you and your husband and accordingly she can tell you what is the situation how your child is going because lot of things depend upon how the child is growing
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Expecting Mom due in 1 month
3 hours ago
Q. Hi doctor, I had scan on 33 weeks 2 day, it stated that AC and HC Is <2.3% which is corresponding to 31 weeks. So overall growth of baby avg is 31 week and 2 days.
will there be any issue with the baby.I have attached my report
Dr Sameer awadhiya
Paediatrician
1 hour ago
A. For the query asked needdhs consultation with doctor for proper guidance so it is better that the doctor will guide you the correct way .
Online consultation can also be taken and the expert will give you the proper answer .
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2 hours ago
Q. I am having pain on my right breast while breastfeeding. Latching position is correct. it is a mix of burning sensation and pain. Pain lasts for few minutes after breastfeeding also
Dr Ghouse
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2 hours ago
A. nipcare ointments ok. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Expecting Mom due in 4 months
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Q. When baby movement starts??
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
1 hour ago
A. 5-6 months ok. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Expecting Mom due this month
1 hour ago
Q. hello dr..I am 39 weeks 3 days pregnant, AFI level 8 is this normal?and normal delivery possible for me? Is the fluid enough for up to 1 week?Do I need a drip? please suggest me.
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
1 hour ago
A. the levels are on the lower side. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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33 mins ago
Q. Hi.. Priyanka kalra doctor..I am 39 weeks 3 days pregnant, AFI level 8 is this normal?and normal delivery possible for me? Is the fluid enough for up to 1 week?Do I need a drip? please suggest me.
Sarika gupta
Mom of 2 children
32 mins ago
A. Hello there ma’am please do not worry about it too much and it is quite difficult to say anything about it without personally examination and proper reports evaluation. So better to consult with your treating gynaecologist in person as she knew the exact health condition of your pregnancy and can guide you better.
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