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Headache after C-Section
Although a natural birth is always the preferred way to deliver your child, a caesarean delivery may make itself necessary given the presence of certain medical conditions or complications. In this, a small cut is made in the woman’s abdomen that allows the uterus to be opened up and the baby to be delivered. The entire process of caesarean delivery takes around 45 minutes to an hour, although the baby’s delivery is usually completed within the first 20 minutes of the surgery. Prior to the surgery, an anaesthetic is given to the woman via an epidural or by injecting the spinal cord. This regional anaesthesia plays an important role in numbing the lower portion of the body, allowing doctors to conduct the procedure. This is the very reason why many women do tend to experience a spinal headache after a C section.
What Causes Headache after Cesarean Delivery
The injection of the anaesthetic in the lower region of the back might cause some pain in that area, but there is a splitting pain that accompanies in the head as well as the neck later on. This is the direct result of the anaesthesia that was administered for the procedure. Not all the women experience it, but at least one percent of women opting for caesarean delivery, do. Since the epidural has to be given in the spine, the needle of the injection pretty much ends up puncturing a lot of layers that cover the area. In this procedure, there is a good chance the injection goes deeper than needed and punctures the layer that covers the spinal cord. This leads to the spinal fluid that resides inside it, to leak out and fill the empty areas around the cord. The interaction of this fluid with all the other portions is what causes the headaches to be so strong.
Symptoms of Headache After C-Section Surgery
Identifying these headaches is not difficult for a pregnant woman since they make themselves easily felt when they begin. These are not immediately observed after the caesarean delivery but take a while to begin. It starts slowly with a mild pain which gradually escalates to a pounding inside the head, with severe pain. When a mother who is experiencing such a headache tends to stand up or sit up, the pain worsens making it difficult to nurse her child properly or walk around. The side effects of these could also result in a vomiting sensation or stomach problems. If this tends to get worse, it could indicate a massive puncture in the cord which could cause even more problems later on. Bring this to your doctor’s notice immediately.
Treatment for Post C-Section Headache
Lying down on the bed seems to bring a big difference in the severity of the pain as most women have mentioned a reduction in headaches when they lie down. Rest, time and some medication might be required to get relief from it. No general painkillers or headache medication should be self-administered without receiving a prior approval from your doctor since the body is just recovering from the delivery and you would be nursing your child soon as well. At times, if the puncture is severe, doctors opt for using a technique called a blood patch to seal off the wound. It entails taking some of your own blood and reinjecting it into the region where the anaesthetic was given originally. This might seem counterproductive but the supply of blood ends up coagulating in the area where the spinal cord is punctured, thus stopping the leaking of the fluid. Women have experienced relief very soon as a result of it.
A severe headache after C section is a problem that plagues some women when they undergo a caesarean delivery. Although it can be quite discomforting, it usually lasts for no more than a week and can be treated with simple rest as well. Giving your newborn the time and attention he needs can help you get your mind off the pain as well.
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How to Make Doctor Visits Easier for your Baby?
New parents often struggle to find a pediatrician they are comfortable with. Most importantly, their little one makes it difficult by making it a noisy affair. There are several factors that, if kept in mind, can make the doctor-baby relationship very pleasant.
Finding the Right Pediatrician
Most couples stress on finding the right gynecologist for your pregnancy; just as important is finding the right pediatrician. However, identifying the right person is not enough. It is imperative that you plan your visits to the doctor so as to not make the experience too traumatic for your little one.
7 Tips to Help Babies Overcome Fear of Doctors
1. Separate Doctors for Vaccination and Regular Illnesses
Many people recommend having one doctor for vaccinations and another for other health check-ups. Due to this the child does not mistake every check-up as having something to do with injections and begin crying as soon as she enters the dispensary.
2. Keep The Wait Brief
Do not make your child sit for too long in the waiting area. There could be two effects of this – one is she probably will hear the other children cry inside the consultation room while they are getting their shots and get scared. Secondly, sitting at the same place for too long can make her very restless, and she will be irritable even before you enter the consultation room. It may be best to get your token and then take her for a small stroll around so that she is still happy when you are going in for an appointment.
3. Carry Ample Ammunition for Distraction
Make sure you carry her favourite book or toy with you so as to distract her when she is about to be given a shot or weighed on the scale. Either process makes kids very upset. This will also give you the space to talk to the pediatrician, rather than only focussing on keeping the baby calm.
4. Distracting the Baby
Any pediatrician’s room will have enough colourful toys to keep babies engaged while the examination is being done, or injection administered. It is always better that one partner takes care of the baby while the other gets all doubts clarified by a doctor about your baby’s health.
5. Excitement at The End of The Visit
Plan to go out after the check-up, and create some excitement around that activity by talking about it to your baby, it could be a park, the zoo or her favourite place. This way you have something to distract her with when she is crying after the shot or the medicine being given.
6. Enlist Your Questions
In order to ensure you cover all your points, jot down the questions you have in mind for a week before the date of appointment. That way, you are sure not to miss out on anything even if your little one is getting restless or cranky.
7. Interaction with Other Kids
It is advisable to practice caution when you let your child interact with other children who are waiting in the clinic. The immunity of your baby is still developing, and she may pick up some virus from the other children or pass on hers to them.
It is advisable to begin thinking about and planning your doctor visits well in advance, so as to avoid any last-minute hurry. Baby check-ups can be a very tricky regular affair if not cracked in the initial few times. Read more
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10 Gifts Everyone in Your Family Will Adore
Shopping is daunting enough for those who are clueless when it comes to giving gifts. It can quickly escalate your level of stress and anxiety. As hard as buying a gift for one person is, it is even worse when you have a whole family to satisfy. When it is time to give the family a gift, it can become pretty challenging trying to figure out what would be the most suitable thing to get. Instead of opting for individual gifts, you can always invest in something significant that the entire family will enjoy.
Family Gift Ideas That Will Surprise and Delight All Ages
Not all families are the same, but there is a way to make sure that you get every family the perfect gift. Many things in the market are made for family enjoyment, so inevitably, you will not be out of options. The trouble that a lot of people seem to have is deciding what to pick out of the great variety. Here are some gifts ideas for families that may help you when choosing what to get:
1. A Karaoke Machine
They say that music is the language of the soul, and some families are more musically inclined and gifted than others. A karaoke machine will help the family bond over their favourite hits while giving their vocal cords some exercise. Music brings people together, so get your family a karaoke machine and jam with the fam. After a night of dancing and singing, everyone will feel much closer to each other and will also have let out some steam. Karaoke machines can leave people with many memories to treasure.
2. A Picnic Set
Life has become so busy these days that it can be challenging to take out the time to stop and smell roses. Going on a family picnic will be just the change your family needs to get reenergized and take a day to enjoy nature. Getting a family picnic set will make things easier and will allow you to take your delicious home food with you so that you can nourish yourselves as you enjoy each other’s company.
3. Board Games
If your family enjoys game nights, then a new board game will be the ideal gift for the family. Playing the same games can get boring, but by adding another to the collection, you can shake things up a bit. There are countless board games available in the market. Word games, business games, other interesting games, you need only decide which one to pick.
4. Personalised Mugs
Tea, coffee, or milk, it doesn’t matter; most families are in the habit of drinking something hot in the mornings and sometimes during the late afternoon. If yours is one such family, you can always get personalised mugs for each person. It may not be too fancy, but it is cute and will have sentimental meaning to everyone.
5. A Popcorn Maker
Family movie nights are incomplete without popcorn. Getting them a specialised popcorn maker will just add more excitement to the evening. This is the ideal gift that will make the family experience all the more enjoyable.
6. A Craft Kit
If you have little kids in the family, a craft kit would be the perfect gift. Kids love to experiment and play around with colours and shapes. Your craft set could be anything from play dough to glue, glitter and paints. You can get creative with this one and watch how the family comes together to create some beautiful things to remember for years to come.
7. A Sports Set
Be it softball, cricket, badminton or basketball; families tend to bond over sports. You can always get a new set for your family so that you guys can enjoy your family sports days even more. You can also get a new game set so that everyone can learn a different sport. As long as you think it is something everyone in your family will enjoy, there is no harm in picking it up and turning it into a family gift.
8. A Camping Tent
Certain families enjoy camping trips and hikes. If that sounds like yours, then you may want to consider getting a camping tent that the family can enjoy together. You can even include some new sleeping bags or other camping essentials so that the next time your family goes camping; you can enjoy a better and safer experience. If the family is not too keen, well then they might actually plan a camping trip to use up all these gifts.
9. A Photo Album
It may seem a bit clichéd, but making a specialised family photo album is a sweet and sentimental gift. You can add pictures right from when mum and dad were courting the wedding, all the births, right up until the present time. Make sure that some of the family’s happiest moments are in it and only fill the album with pictures of the most important moments and experiences that the family would want to remember for a long time. You can add in random pictures or organise them in chronological order so that it comes off more like a story. Add in a few words and captions at the bottom of a few to help jog everyone’s memories of the moment.
10. A Painted Portrait
Time keeps moving forward and doesn’t stop. As kids grow and families move on to have new experiences, things tend to change in life. Capturing the moments is something that some people are very passionate about so that they can look at the good times they have had in their lives and be satisfied with where they are. While even our mobile phones have cameras and the ability to take pictures and create memories is at your fingertips, it will be all the more special if a bit more effort went into it. A painting of the family is something that is different and that the family can enjoy for years to come. There is something timeless about paintings; they seem to have the ability to last for years. If you are artistically gifted, you can give painting the portrait a try yourself. If not, you can always take it to local talent and have it made for a price.
Whether you are the type to spoil the family for no reason, or if you are looking for some good family gifts for Christmas, Diwali, Eid or any other festival but are coming up blank as to what you get, you can always consider the above suggestions. You could be shopping for your own family, or trying to find a suitable gift for another family, whatever the situation, these are sure to delight and bring any family closer together.
There are many other things that you can invest in for the family in question as long as you take the time to get to know them a bit better. Every family has something they like to do together so working from that angle is bound to give you the best results.
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The Magic of Positive Affirmations
How positive affirmations can boost our spirits and fill us with enthusiasm towards life.
A very warm welcome to all you dear ones. We are officially in 2021. 2020 has gone by and has left us with many sweet and sour moments. There was a lot to learn, imbibe, and share with an endless emotional ride by one and all. I am sure most of us, willingly or unwillingly have worked on developing a High Emotional Quotient last year because the year 2020 made us sail through one of the most turbulent years of our life.
Well, today, as we usher in the New Year I am thrilled to write on the magic of positive affirmations to oneself. These days, everyone, whether at an individual level or collectively as a family, is going through a rigmarole of feelings, emotions, opinions, and judgments about oneself and people in the immediate environment. So, why not take an initiative and collect ourselves by reflecting within because that’ll not only bring a change in the manner we conduct ourselves but also those in our immediate environment.
So, What are affirmations?
These are strong and positive statements that enable us to get over self limiting beliefs about ourselves.
I am a firm believer in keeping a positive outlook on every aspect of life. Though it's not easy to have a positive mindset, it is a conscious choice one makes for oneself. Keeping a certain outlook needs a lot of practice and is a gradual process because the change in an individual happens at a subtle level and is visible over a period of time.
In our everyday lives, there are moments when we fall prey to negative thoughts and no amount of help or guidance helps in such situations. These are the self-reflective moments. Well, in my case on a bad day positive affirmations fill me with hope and help me to collect myself to move on and on good days these affirmations keep me enthused and active. Here are some powerful affirmations you too can use for yourself. In case you are doing these affirmations with closed eyes don't forget to visualize a happy face while doing these. You can also look at yourself in the mirror and say some of these affirmations to yourself at least once every day. These will immediately boost you up and fill you with positive energy.
Here are some affirmations I swear by.
1. Every day in every way I am getting better and better.
2. I am healthy, happy, active, energetic, and enthusiastic throughout the day.
3. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the universe for all the blessings in my life.
4. Negative thoughts have no influence over me at any level of my mind.
5. I am relaxed and centered. I have plenty of time for everything.
6. I am filled with divine light and creative energy.
7. I express myself freely, fully and easily.
8. I am attracting loving, satisfying and happy relationships into my life.
9. I love and accept myself completely.
10. I am happy and successful in all my endeavors.
Do try it out. I am sure you'll be radiating love and light all around.
Do try doing these for yourself and you'll discover a sea change in the way of your being.
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A. ok see c. if the baby is not having proper height and weight it means that baby is having failure to thrive baby needs investigations like TSH and other related test to find out the reason
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Q. mere twins baby hai boy nd girl one month 8 days when I check eye and ear which month
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A. For the query asked needs 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 jjand the expert will give you the proper answer .
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Q. is white discharge in 8th month normal?
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but if it is too thick or clear like water,if there other symptoms like itching, irritation, redness,foul smell from vagina, please visit your gynecologist
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Q. My son is 5 months old is suffering from cough..what to do?
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A. give nasal saline drops every few hourly to the child in the nasal cavity.
try to prevent temperature variations around the child
you can go for indirect steam inhalation which will again help in decreasing both cough and cold
continue the regular diet of the child
if there is no improvement in few days then meet your doctoru
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Q. hi. in Feb my period was last and I did pregnancy test in March its positive results but my belly is not being bigger
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A. Typically, your bump becomes noticeable during your second trimester. Between 16-20 weeks, your body will start showing your baby's growth. For some women, their bump may not be noticeable until the end of the second trimester and even into the third trimester. The second trimester starts in the fourth month.
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A. Start having chilled milk directly from the refrigerator that usually helps a lot in reducing down acidity and anyways when you take so much of medicine in the body gets addicted to it to check with your doctor if you need to do anything or any other medication would be friendly in cases of emergency
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