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Nutrition for Breastfeeding Mothers: Foods for Lactation and Postpartum Diet Tips

Breastfeeding is one of the most important stages of motherhood, offering your baby vital nutrients and natural immunity. While most mothers focus on the baby’s well-being, your own diet plays an equally significant role. The right postpartum diet not only helps your recovery but also supports healthy milk production, boosts energy, and keeps you feeling your best.

Dr. Astha Agarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Aug 20 , 2025 | 3 min read

Know about PCOD/PCOS

What is PCOD/PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/ Disease in short is referred to as PCOS/ PCOD What happens in PCOD/ PCOS? Excessive amounts of "male" hormones such as testosterone are produced by the ovaries leading to infertility, menstrual irregularity, acne, weight gain and excessive hair growth over face and other parts of the body. How common is PCOD/ PCOS? Recent studies have shown the prevalence in young adolescents to be almost ranging from 10 to 36%, making it one of the most common no

Dr. Uma Vaidyanathan In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Aug 14 , 2025 | 1 min read

Pregnancy Hospital Bag Checklist: Everything You Need to Pack

The final weeks of pregnancy are generally filled with great excitement. After months of waiting, your baby is about to come into the world, and there’s a lot to think about before heading to the hospital. One practical step during this time is packing a hospital bag. This bag typically includes comfortable clothing, basic toiletries, baby essentials, and a few extras to help make your hospital stay more comfortable. For many, especially first-time parents, deciding what all to pack can feel overwhelming. That’s where a checklist proves useful. It offers a clear plan and helps ensure nothing important is left out. To make things a little simpler, this blog provides a detailed hospital bag list for labour and delivery so you know exactly what to pack.

Dr Ujjwala In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Aug 11 , 2025 | 10 min read

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS): Key Symptoms and Management Tips

In the days before their period, many women notice changes that are difficult to explain - mood swings, sudden cravings, bloating, or a general sense of unease often appear without warning. These symptoms can feel frustrating, especially when they start impacting daily life. In many cases, they are linked to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), a condition that affects both the body and mind in the second half of the menstrual cycle. This blog explores the key signs of PMS and offers simple, effective ways to manage them at home.

Dr. Bithika Bhattacharya In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Aug 04 , 2025 | 11 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Max Team In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 11 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Max Team In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 11 min read

What to Eat in Loose Motion - Do's and Dont's

When you have loose motions, the most effective way to return to full health is by changing your diet. There are many foods which can help you to soothe your stomach, but there are some foods that can irritate your stomach. We'll proceed by listing out some of the things that you should and shouldn't do when you have loose motions.

Max Team In Internal Medicine

Mar 21 , 2018 | 11 min read

How Can Squint be Corrected?

Many people think that squint is a permanent condition and cannot be corrected. But the truth is that eyes can be straightened at any age. Commonly known as “Strabismus”, where the eyes are not aligned in the same direction, this can be present only part of the time, in one or alternating between two eyes. The squinting may turn in (converge), turn out (diverge) or sometimes turn up or down.

Max Team In Ophthalmology Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Nov 13 , 2020 | 11 min read

Weeks 1 and 2 of Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Pregnancy is often thought to begin at the moment of conception, but the timeline starts earlier, during the menstrual cycle. The first two weeks from the start of menstruation are counted as part of pregnancy, even though no fertilisation has occurred yet. At this stage, the body is going through certain changes that lead up to ovulation, possibly leading to pregnancy. To help you understand this early phase, this blog outlines what takes place during weeks 1 and 2 of pregnancy, how this period fits into the overall pregnancy timeline, and the steps you can take for a healthy pregnancy. Let us start with understanding why pregnancy is counted before conception.

Dr. Astha Srivastava In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jul 16 , 2025 | 7 min read

When to See a Gynecologist: Teen & Young Adult Guide

Learn why teens should visit a gynecologist, when to go, what to expect, how to prepare, and why early care matters. Max Hospital offers expert guidance and lifestyle tips for ongoing reproductive health.

Dr. Neena Singh Kumar In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Robotic Surgery

Jul 09 , 2025 | 4 min read

Brown Vaginal Discharge: Possible Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice

Noticing brown vaginal discharge can be alarming, but in many cases, it’s a normal part of the menstrual cycle. The brown colour typically indicates old blood leaving the body, which can occur at various times, such as before or after your period. However, brown discharge can sometimes signal an underlying health issue that can range from infections and hormonal imbalances to more serious conditions such as polyps or cervical concerns. Understanding the potential causes and knowing when to seek medical advice is essential for maintaining reproductive health and peace of mind. To help, in this blog, we’ll explore the possible causes behind brown vaginal discharge and when to seek medical attention. Let’s start with the basics.

Dr. Rakhi Gupta In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jul 09 , 2025 | 10 min read

4 Week of Pregnancy: From Early Symptoms to Embryo Development

The fourth week of pregnancy marks a crucial phase in the early stages of fetal development. Though physical changes may not yet be visible, significant progress occurs within the body as the embryo begins to form essential structures. This week sets the foundation for a healthy pregnancy journey, with early symptoms signaling the start of many bodily adjustments. To help expecting women understand all this better, this blog will explore what to expect during week 4, and simple ways to support a healthy pregnancy. Let us start with the early signs that may appear at this stage.

Dr. Arpana Haritwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jul 09 , 2025 | 9 min read

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