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6 Different Types of Delivery Methods You Must Know
Bringing a baby into this world is a monumental feat and cannot be achieved easily. Although normal vaginal delivery is commonly referred as the typical way of birthing, New techniques help labouring women in many ways, either by dampening their pain or smoothening the delivery process. . Advancements in medical sciences have discovered various methods so that delivery can be made successfuleven in the face of any complications or risks
Most Common Types of Childbirth Options
Expecting mothers can look forward to the following delivery options.
1. Vaginal Delivery
When a baby is born through the birth canal of a woman’s body, the delivery is termed as a vaginal delivery. It may or may not be assisted with epidurals or painrelieving medication. The exact time of birth cannot be predicted in such a case, but most vaginal births tend to happen once 40 weeks of pregnancy have been completed.
Most doctors recommend a vaginal birth if there is a possibility for it and advise against going for caesarean delivery. During the stress of labour pains, the baby secretes hormones for the development of its brain and lungs; moreover, passaging through the birth canal squeezes the baby’s chest to clear all amniotic fluid and expand its lungs effectively. For mothers planning to have multiple children, vaginal births are highly recommended. When done with an incision above the anal area, the procedure is called episiotomy.
With vaginal deliveries, mothers can recover from the stress of deliveryquicker and return home sooner with their babies. The chances of infection in such cases are lower than others. The baby too has a lower chance of suffering from any breathing problems if born via the vagina.
2. Natural Childbirth
This is one of the types of birth that is steadily gaining popularity. In this method, there are no medical procedures or invasive therapies involved, and the process takes place in the most natural manner possible. This is mostly a personal choice and the mother needs to be committed throughout the way.
Various exercises and positions are taken into account while carrying out delivery in natural ways. A midwife usually stays with the mother to ensure the delivery is successful and the mother is in good spirits. The delivery can take place at the hospital or even at home, with all preparations done beforehand.
Water birthing or pool birthingwith the help of upthurst ( buoyancy ) pressure of water can alleviate labour pain in this procedure. Water birthing is the most natural and painless way of bringing new life to the world.
Natural birth can be extremely empowering for a mother. Having skin-to-skin contact with the baby immediately after delivery can foster a strong bond between the mother and the child. It also triggers hormones in the body that start producing milk in the breasts right away.
3. Caesarean Section
Things don’t always go according to plan. A mother might want to undertake vaginal delivery but if complications arise, caesarean delivery is an option that might have to be taken.
In this method, the baby is delivered by opening up the abdomen of the mother and surgically opening the uterus to remove the baby. The name is derived from the Latin word ‘caedare’, which means ‘to cut’. Hence, this type of the cut is called a C-section - thats how the delivery method gets its name.
Many mothers decide to have a caesarean delivery in advance, which allows the hospital and doctors to start making preparations accordingly. This could be out of choice or even after a sonography has revealed certain parameters which make it necessary to undertake a C-section, such as the presence of twins or triplets, breech or transverse presentation, or a very large baby.
In other cases, if vaginal delivery fails even after a good trial of labour or if any complication arises, such as breech position while delivering , meconium stained liquor or obstruction in the birth canal, the doctors will have to quickly resort to undertaking a C-section and removing the baby out of the uterus in time.
4. Forceps Delivery
This is a rather peculiar type of delivery method and is required in certain cases of vaginal birth. This is anassistance to the usual vaginal delivery when the baby is on its way via the birth canal but fails to fully emerge out. This could be because of small obstructions, or the mother being tired and exhausted and hence being unable to push the baby out.
In these cases, the doctor makes use of specially created tongs which resemble forceps, and inserts them slowly into the birth canal. These are then used to gently grab the baby’s head and guide it outwards through the canal.
5. Vacuum Extraction
Similar to the forceps delivery method, this delivery technique is used in the case of a vaginal birth. For example, if the baby is on its way out but has stopped moving further down the canal, the vacuum extraction method is applied.
The doctors make use of a specialized vacuum pump which is inserted up to the baby via the canal. The vacuum end has a soft cup which is placed on the top of the baby’s head. Vacuum is created so that the cup holds the head, and the baby is gently guided outwards through the canal.
6. Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Most of the time, once a woman has had a caesarean delivery, her chances of having a vaginal delivery after that are pretty much nullified. But in recent times, certain techniques are making it possible for women to have successful vaginal deliveries even after the previous delivery method hsa been a C-section. This is termed as vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC).
Small hospitals do not opt for VBAC since an emergency C-section requires more staff and resources which may not always be possible. Also, any previous complications during delivery or any conditions faced by the mother could make the doctor advise against a vaginal delivery.
Birthing techniques have their own advantages and disadvantages,. The focus should always be on ensuring that the baby is delivered safely, the baby comes out healthy into the world, and the mother stays safe throughout the entire process of delivery. When it comes to a delivery method you want to choose versus one that your doctor recommends for you, it is always best to go with the doctor’s recommendation to avoid any complications in the future.
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A perfectly fitted bra will give your upper body a well-sculpted look. An ill-fitted bra would do just the opposite! As important as it is to wear a good bra, it's equally important to be comfortable in it.
Before whining about the fact that your breasts don’t look shapely, ask yourself "are you wearing the right bra?" It doesn’t matter if your boobs are small and perky or big and bouncy. The right kind of bra does justice to every bust shape and size. These boobylicious tips will help you stay on the right lingerie track and help your figure get a perfect 10!
How to Select The Perfect Bra Every Time
1. Snug Fit
The right bra for a breast shape is one that fits snugly around your boobs instead of suffocating them. If you’re able to get two fingers comfortably under the band consider the job halfway done. Make sure the bra doesn’t ride up from the back because then you’ve got it a size small. If you have to constantly pull the straps up even after the band is on the last hook then it’s a size too big and you need to go a smaller size.
2. Make It A Cup Full
Moulded cup bras should encase the breast completely. There shouldn’t be any extra room in the cup. On the other hand, you don’t want to be spilling out of your cups especially if you're naturally endowed. So start with something in between when figuring out how to choose the right bra.
3. No Peeping Toms, Please
Many women tend to wear bras with a larger band size thinking a looser band will be more comfortable. But this takes comfort to the extreme! You definitely don’t want your boobs and bra out of sync with each other. A tighter band gives more support and even prevents pain in your shoulders and back when the weight becomes too much to bear.
4. Avoid The Back-Fat Bulge
Every pleasantly healthy woman’s dilemma is her back-fat, which tends to bulge like nobody’s business. Thankfully there are various brands out there, which cater to your need with the creation of figure-fixing bras that target those troublesome areas. Such a bra is designed with a higher back and side panels to smoothen out those bulges while the wider straps provide extra support. Your best bet would be to go for a seamless bra, which will give your silhouette a sleek look under fitted tops.
5. Pad ‘em’ Up
For all the A-cup ladies who don't have a full cleavage, try padded bras. These bras are made just for you and make your breasts look fuller. You can try a push-up bra too, which will give your breasts a push in the right direction.
In your quest on how to select a perfect bra, don’t forget to pick a bra for everyday comfort. If you still aren’t sure where to start, try getting help from a professional if needed. Read more
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7 Winter Family Outings to Plan in Your City
A winter-break is too short to plan an elaborate vacation. Yet, it gives you enough number of days to want to do something special. There are a positive vibe and a festive cheer in the air during winter, that tempts you to make the most of the most romantic time of the year. So if you are looking for fun things you can do in your city during your winter break, your search ends here!
7 Things to Do in Your City This Winter
Many people like to simply stay indoors and max out their time with their partner when winter comes. We don’t blame you – indeed, winter is the best season to get busy! However, if you are the kind of family that loves to spend time together, here are 7 activities you can undertake, to make the most of winter breaks.
1. Visit a Church
Winter is one of the most colourful times of the year, on account of two major festivals – Diwali and Christmas! Most churches start gearing up for Christmas almost a month in advance – planning activities, festivities, and sometimes even carnivals! If you want to experience this vibe, it would be a great idea to visit a church in your city.
2. Take a Day-trip
Winters are great for taking picnics because picnics give you the perfect excuse to spend time outdoors and soak up the sun. In fact, one of the best ways to stave off common winter ailments is by spending time in the sun! (Make sure you wear sunscreen, though.) Sun helps to decongest the nose, increase body temperature, and lift sagging spirits that may be brought on by cold, gloomy weather.
3. Go on a Shopping Spree
As the year comes to an end, most clothing, jewellery, cosmetics and other consumer item brands put their goods up on a sale. Winter can hence be a great time to upgrade your wardrobe and house. Make sure you check the validity of the sale before you plan your shopping spree, though. You’d rather come back with your arms full than your purse full, after all, won’t you?
4. Visit a Second-hand Bookstore
Winter makes for perfect reading weather. You can settle down in a cosy corner of your house and get lost in the pages of a book. However, a new book may not be able to give you the same cosy and nostalgic feel that a used-book or a second-hand book can invoke. So visit a second-hand bookstore. You might even end up finding a first-edition, or a book with a note in it. How exciting the possibilities are!
5. Go to a Pet Cafe
Pets make life fun. However, not all of us can have pets in the house, for various reasons. So this winter, you can spend time at a pet-cafe. Enjoy the warmth of a cat purring on your lap, or a fluffy dog warming your feet.
You can split and go two-ways for this activity: pet-lovers in the family can go to the pet-cafe, others can go shopping or to a bookstore!
6. Spend a Day at a Horse-farm or Racecourse
Horses are such magnificent and royal creatures, aren’t they? They are not commonplace though, especially for city-dwellers. If you have access to a horse-farm or a racecourse, it can be a great way to spend a winter day. If you're headed to a horse-farm, think 'cowboy' for the dress code. Put on your fanciest outfits and dress your dapper-best if you are headed to the racecourse instead! You can even make a day trip out of it, by going to a quaint cafe afterwards for lunch or high-tea.
7. Take a Heritage Walk
One always knows the least about one’s own city. How many tourist spots have you visited in your own city? Tourist spots in the city usually tell the tale of the city’s rich cultural heritage. Find out about the different tourist spots in your city, or places of interest to travellers, and those with cultural significance or heritage. Include museums, art galleries, significant structures, etc. and spend a day as a traveller in your own city!
There is a lot you can do to spend time with your family, while not spending big bucks trying to get out of town. All you need is a little out-of-the-box thinking, and the will to have fun!
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Q. I am 9 week pregnant and I have runny nose very badly can I use cetirizine tablet?
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A. use nasal drops , that acts faster .
You should have proper consultation with your treating doctor , as some examination or investigations may be needful, so that proper medications can be given And the treatment can be done very properly.
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Q. hi,
my LT 10x18mm and RT 18x20mm and ET 6.5 , what if I intercourse after 2 days, can I do intercourse in ovulation day can become a pregent .
on ovulation day if we intercourse can become a pregent..pls advice..
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A. since the follicle size is 18 to 20 mm your ovulation may occur within 24 hours also so if you have intercourse with in that time it will be more effective to get conceived
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Q. hi everyone good morning,
sorghum can I give to my 10 month baby is it safe or not please revert I waiting for your reply
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whenever you give any new food to the child you have to take care of two things.
you should give in small quantity. if the child doesn't develop any digestion problem in next 24 hours to 48 hours and the child is able to digest that food then that food can be given again.
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