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Pregnancy can be an exciting journey with a lot of emotional, physical and mental changes as your body prepares to bring a new life into the world. Each stage of pregnancy comes with its own set of challenges and joys. Whether you are trying to understand the new symptoms or learning about prenatal care, we have got you covered. You will get all the information on nutrition, health tips, and emotional well-being that will be valuable for you and your unborn baby so you can adapt to this new journey with joy, happiness, and knowledge.

First Trimester

The first trimester marks the exciting beginning of your pregnancy journey. Explore your new symptoms like morning sickness and understand your baby’s development now, in this section

Garbh Sanskar Explained: A Practical Guide to Conscious Pregnancy and Lifelong Wellbeing

Garbh Sanskar Explained: A Practical Guide to Conscious Pregnancy and Lifelong WellbeingGarbh Sanskar is about conscious pregnancy and how thoughts, food, rest, and emotions influence a developing baby. Rooted in Indian tradition and supported by modern science, it encourages calm routines, mindful choices, and emotional balance to support healthy brain development, emotional security, and long-term well-being for both parent and baby.

Your Blueberry-Sized Baby: Amazing Changes in Week 7

Your Blueberry-Sized Baby: Amazing Changes in Week 7

Goodbye Embryo, Hello Foetus: A Big Milestone

Goodbye Embryo, Hello Foetus: A Big Milestone

What to Eat in Early Pregnancy: The Ultimate Guide to a Healthy Start

What to Eat in Early Pregnancy: The Ultimate Guide to a Healthy Start

How Tiny Cells Begin Dividing in the First Week After Fertilisation

How Tiny Cells Begin Dividing in the First Week After Fertilisation

Pregnancy Week-by-Week

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Second Trimester

The second trimester brings new energy and visible changes like a growing belly. Read more to learn what to expect and how to stay healthy.

How Baby Sleep Patterns Change Between Trimester 2 and 3

How Baby Sleep Patterns Change Between Trimester 2 and 3As you move from your second to third trimester, your baby’s sleep habits might change in ways you don’t expect. Your baby becomes more active, more aware, and follows a distinct sleep-wake cycle inside the womb. Knowing about these changes can really help you bond with your baby, keep your expectations under control, and get ready for the final months of pregnancy. This guide tells you what’s changing, why it’s happening, and what it all means for you.

Week 26 of Pregnancy - Your Baby’s Eyes Are Opening For the First Time

Week 26 of Pregnancy - Your Baby’s Eyes Are Opening For the First Time

Your Baby's Face Is Forming-Here's What Else Is Happening (Week 9)

Your Baby's Face Is Forming-Here's What Else Is Happening (Week 9)

Halfway There! Your 20-Week Pregnancy Checkpoint

Halfway There! Your 20-Week Pregnancy Checkpoint

The Big Ultrasound: What You'll Learn About Baby This Week

The Big Ultrasound: What You'll Learn About Baby This Week

Pregnancy Week-by-Week

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Third Trimester

The final countdown has begun. In this section, read more on how to stay comfortable while preparing for your baby’s arrival.

How Baby Sleep Patterns Change Between Trimester 2 and 3

How Baby Sleep Patterns Change Between Trimester 2 and 3As you move from your second to third trimester, your baby’s sleep habits might change in ways you don’t expect. Your baby becomes more active, more aware, and follows a distinct sleep-wake cycle inside the womb. Knowing about these changes can really help you bond with your baby, keep your expectations under control, and get ready for the final months of pregnancy. This guide tells you what’s changing, why it’s happening, and what it all means for you.

Why Baby Weight Drops Are Rare but Possible in Late Pregnancy

Why Baby Weight Drops Are Rare but Possible in Late Pregnancy

How to Build Emotional Resilience in the Third Trimester

How to Build Emotional Resilience in the Third Trimester

Travel Safely During Pregnancy: Trimester-by-Trimster Guide For Expectant Mothers

Travel Safely During Pregnancy: Trimester-by-Trimster Guide For Expectant Mothers

Nesting Instinct Kicks In: Why You Suddenly Want Everything Clean

Nesting Instinct Kicks In: Why You Suddenly Want Everything Clean

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Health and Wellness

Your health is what makes the baby healthy. Find out more about nutrition, prenatal vitamins and other aspects of health in this section.

Why Do Babies Choose Certain “Favourite Positions”?

Why Do Babies Choose Certain “Favourite Positions”?You’ll probably notice your baby has a few favourite positions they drift into without thinking. A little curl here, the same tilt of the head there, and before you know it, that pose becomes their thing. These habits aren’t random. They often reveal comfort, tiny bits of early development and even the way your baby feels inside their growing body. Understanding these small choices helps you feel more settled, because you begin to see the meaning behind their movements.

Do Babies Really Sleep Inside the Womb?

Do Babies Really Sleep Inside the Womb?

Why the Baby’s Activity Level Changes From Week to Week

Why the Baby’s Activity Level Changes From Week to Week

What “Low-Lying Placenta” Actually Means and How It’s Different From Placenta Previa

What “Low-Lying Placenta” Actually Means and How It’s Different From Placenta Previa

Why Babies React to Music and Rhythms You Listen To

Why Babies React to Music and Rhythms You Listen To

Miscarriage

Recovering from a miscarriage is difficult. Explore this section to find guidance on miscarriages, recovery and support.

Kisspeptin and Pregnancy Loss: The Emerging Biomarker Doctors Are Paying Attention To

Kisspeptin and Pregnancy Loss: The Emerging Biomarker Doctors Are Paying Attention ToKisspeptin is a pregnancy hormone produced by the placenta, and its levels rise rapidly in the first trimester. Research shows that women who experience early pregnancy loss often have significantly lower kisspeptin levels compared to healthy pregnancies. This discovery is reshaping how doctors understand the earliest signs of pregnancy health, especially in cases where symptoms are subtle but biological changes are already underway.

Recurrent Miscarriages and Why Your Partner's Sperm Quality May Be the Reason Behind It

Recurrent Miscarriages and Why Your Partner's Sperm Quality May Be the Reason Behind It

When a Pregnancy Stops Developing: Understanding and Moving Forward

When a Pregnancy Stops Developing: Understanding and Moving Forward

When a Pregnancy Ends Too Soon: Understanding Miscarriage

When a Pregnancy Ends Too Soon: Understanding Miscarriage

How to Stop Breast Milk Production After Losing a Baby?

How to Stop Breast Milk Production After Losing a Baby?

Work & Pregnancy

Navigating pregnancy with a job? Read more to understand how to balance work, health and maternity leaves with confidence.

Do You Have to Repay Maternity Benefits If You Resign?

Do You Have to Repay Maternity Benefits If You Resign?The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, ensures that working women in India are entitled to paid maternity leave and other protections. But many women worry about what happens if they resign before or after availing these benefits: do they need to repay the money? The reality depends on the timing of your resignation, your employer’s internal policies, and how the law applies. Understanding these nuances is key to protecting your rights and planning ahead.

The Hidden Burden: Maternal Work Stress and Its Impact on Foetal Development

The Hidden Burden: Maternal Work Stress and Its Impact on Foetal Development

Working While Pregnant: Effects on the Mother and the Baby

Working While Pregnant: Effects on the Mother and the Baby

Ways to Easily Navigate Workplace Woes and Challenges During Pregnancy

Ways to Easily Navigate Workplace Woes and Challenges During Pregnancy

How and When to Announce Pregnancy to Family, Friends, and at Work

How and When to Announce Pregnancy to Family, Friends, and at Work

Labour and Delivery

The big day is almost here! Let us read more about the signs of labour, pain relief solutions and what to expect when it is time for delivery.

The Relationship Between Placenta Previa and Braxton Hicks

The Relationship Between Placenta Previa and Braxton HicksDuring pregnancy, you move through moments that feel exciting, confusing and sometimes frightening. When you hear terms like placenta previa while also feeling tightening in your belly, your mind naturally jumps to the worst possibilities. You begin questioning every sensation. You wonder if the tightening is a sign of early labour or something dangerous.

Labour Pain Relief: Is Laughing Gas Right for You?

Labour Pain Relief: Is Laughing Gas Right for You?

The Role of Music Therapy in Labour and Stress Reduction

The Role of Music Therapy in Labour and Stress Reduction

Why Some Clinics Avoid Telling the Exact Due Date in Early Scans

Why Some Clinics Avoid Telling the Exact Due Date in Early Scans

When a Baby’s Heartbeat Becomes Unstable During Labour

When a Baby’s Heartbeat Becomes Unstable During Labour

Common Discomforts and Solutions

Find simple solutions to uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms like morning sickness and back pain by exploring this section!

How Pregnancy Changes the Taste of Your Favourite Foods

How Pregnancy Changes the Taste of Your Favourite FoodsWhen you’re pregnant, your tastes can change all of a sudden. You might hate foods you used to love or start wanting flavours you’ve never tried before. These taste changes are absolutely fine and often caused by hormones, increased sensitivity to smell, and your body's changing nutritional needs. Understanding the reasons behind this helps you feel more in control and make healthier food choices throughout your pregnancy.

The Real Reasons Behind Upper Stomach Pain During Pregnancy

The Real Reasons Behind Upper Stomach Pain During Pregnancy

How Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Can Shape Emotional Changes During Pregnancy in India

How Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Can Shape Emotional Changes During Pregnancy in India

The Connection Between Progesterone and Pregnancy Mood Swings

The Connection Between Progesterone and Pregnancy Mood Swings

How Rising Oestrogen Levels Can Influence Morning Sickness

How Rising Oestrogen Levels Can Influence Morning Sickness

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Times Future of Maternity 2026 | India's Largest Maternity Ecosystem Gathering

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