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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.

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 TimeDo you know that your baby’s eyelids remain sealed until 26 weeks? This week marks the opening of your foetus's eyelids, achieving an important foetal sensory development milestone. In this article, let’s discuss the important foetal development happening at 26 weeks, how you might feel, and useful tips to support foetal sensory development.

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

Your Baby Can Hear You: Time to Start Talking and Singing!

Your Baby Can Hear You: Time to Start Talking and Singing!

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 to Build Emotional Resilience in the Third Trimester

How to Build Emotional Resilience in the Third TrimesterThe blog explains how to build emotional resilience in the third trimester by understanding common emotional changes, supporting your nervous system, strengthening mental calmness, creating grounding routines and preparing your mind for labour. It shares practical habits, self-awareness tools, and gentle techniques that help you stay steady, confident and emotionally prepared during the final stretch of pregnancy.

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

When Will the Baby Drop? Signs That Labour Is Nearing

When Will the Baby Drop? Signs That Labour Is Nearing

Why It’s Normal for You and Your Baby to Gain Weight During Pregnancy

Why It’s Normal for You and Your Baby to Gain Weight During Pregnancy

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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.

How Anaemia in Indian Women Shows Up in Pregnancy Scans

How Anaemia in Indian Women Shows Up in Pregnancy ScansUltrasound scans provide valuable insights about your baby’s health in the womb. You may expect to get details about their growth and development. But you may not know that these scans also indicate whether you have anaemia. It is estimated that 50-55% of Indian pregnancy cases have anaemia, which becomes visible in the routine pregnancy scans. You can learn to recognise the signs of low iron levels so you can take action on time and improve your health for a safe pregnancy.

Does a Bigger Baby Move Less? Myths vs Reality

Does a Bigger Baby Move Less? Myths vs Reality

A To Z of Pregnancy Supplements: Know Your Prenatal Vitamins

A To Z of Pregnancy Supplements: Know Your Prenatal Vitamins

Which Pregnancy Brain Changes Are Temporary — and Which Are Long-Term?

Which Pregnancy Brain Changes Are Temporary — and Which Are Long-Term?

When Pregnancy Brain Usually Starts to Improve

When Pregnancy Brain Usually Starts to Improve

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.

Labour Pain Relief: Is Laughing Gas Right for You?

Labour Pain Relief: Is Laughing Gas Right for You?Thinking about ways to handle labour pain without losing control? Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, might be the option you’re curious about. It’s a safe inhaled gas that can reduce discomfort during contractions while letting you stay alert and responsive.

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

How Baby Weight Influences Labour Duration

How Baby Weight Influences Labour Duration

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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