Pregnancy

35 and pregnant: Navigating the myths and realities

The expression may sound alarming but "geriatric pregnancy" is simply a medical term for pregnancies in women aged 35 and above. Over time, this has evoked fear and concern due to increased health risks. However, it’s important to understand that these risks do not define every pregnancy.

Safe Motherhood Day: High-risk pregnancies on the rise

After losing her first child to a congenital heart defect, Sabina Yasmin was anxious when she found out about her second pregnancy.

Heat takes a toll on expecting mothers

The ongoing heatwave has exacerbated the challenges faced by everyone in the country, but the situation has become particularly difficult for expecting mothers.

Researchers develop first India-specific AI model to determine age of foetus

Indian researchers have developed a country-specific model to precisely determine the age of a foetus in a pregnant woman in the second and third trimesters.

Varun Dhawan, Natasha Dalal announce pregnancy with cute picture

Varun Dhawan and his wife Natasha Dalal have shared the news of expecting a baby via Instagram.

Ileana D’Cruz finally reveals her mystery man

“Barfi” actress Ileana D'Cruz has recently been posting her pregnancy journey on Instagram. While she kept the identity of the baby's father a secret, she recently revealed her mystery boyfriend.

Lindsay Lohan announces pregnancy

Lindsay Lohan is expecting her first child.

Hepatitis B During Pregnancy: Newborns at risk of liver cirrhosis, cancer

Hepatitis B virus is one that can be easily passed on from mother to child, putting the newborn at the risk of future liver cirrhosis or cancer.

Pregnancy and motherhood: Confessions of a ‘not-so-perfect’ mother

Dreams relating to motherhood began quite early in my life. It was mostly inspired by pregnancy photoshoots with celebrities like Brooke Shields, Kirsten Dunst, and Demi Moore. These ladies made pregnancy look like a piece of cake. With their long and thick hair resting on their shoulders, and finely manicured hands cradling their perfectly shaped bellies – everything looked handpicked, as if from a favourite fairy-tale.

September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024

35 and pregnant: Navigating the myths and realities

The expression may sound alarming but "geriatric pregnancy" is simply a medical term for pregnancies in women aged 35 and above. Over time, this has evoked fear and concern due to increased health risks. However, it’s important to understand that these risks do not define every pregnancy.

May 28, 2024
May 28, 2024

Safe Motherhood Day: High-risk pregnancies on the rise

After losing her first child to a congenital heart defect, Sabina Yasmin was anxious when she found out about her second pregnancy.

April 27, 2024
April 27, 2024

Heat takes a toll on expecting mothers

The ongoing heatwave has exacerbated the challenges faced by everyone in the country, but the situation has become particularly difficult for expecting mothers.

February 26, 2024
February 26, 2024

Researchers develop first India-specific AI model to determine age of foetus

Indian researchers have developed a country-specific model to precisely determine the age of a foetus in a pregnant woman in the second and third trimesters.

February 18, 2024
February 18, 2024

Varun Dhawan, Natasha Dalal announce pregnancy with cute picture

Varun Dhawan and his wife Natasha Dalal have shared the news of expecting a baby via Instagram.

July 17, 2023
July 17, 2023

Ileana D’Cruz finally reveals her mystery man

“Barfi” actress Ileana D'Cruz has recently been posting her pregnancy journey on Instagram. While she kept the identity of the baby's father a secret, she recently revealed her mystery boyfriend.

March 15, 2023
March 15, 2023

Lindsay Lohan announces pregnancy

Lindsay Lohan is expecting her first child.

February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023

Hepatitis B During Pregnancy: Newborns at risk of liver cirrhosis, cancer

Hepatitis B virus is one that can be easily passed on from mother to child, putting the newborn at the risk of future liver cirrhosis or cancer.

November 28, 2022
November 28, 2022

Pregnancy and motherhood: Confessions of a ‘not-so-perfect’ mother

Dreams relating to motherhood began quite early in my life. It was mostly inspired by pregnancy photoshoots with celebrities like Brooke Shields, Kirsten Dunst, and Demi Moore. These ladies made pregnancy look like a piece of cake. With their long and thick hair resting on their shoulders, and finely manicured hands cradling their perfectly shaped bellies – everything looked handpicked, as if from a favourite fairy-tale.

May 28, 2022
May 28, 2022

Kapasia model: Drastically reduced maternal deaths

Back in 2017, a baseline survey conducted by Kapasia Upazila Family Planning Office (UFPO), Gazipur found that more than 90 percent of the mothers-to-be of the subdistrict were unaware of the maternal and neonatal danger signs, the idea and importance of antenatal and postnatal care or keeping their medical records during pregnancies, the importance of knowing their own blood groups, and keeping contact of potential blood donors or an ambulance.