Sex After Childbirth: Embracing Changes and Expectations

Sex After Childbirth: Embracing Changes and Expectations

Research suggests that the contraceptive effectiveness of breastfeeding varies. Hence, a couple must use a reliable birth control method. Dr Anisha Gala Shah, Senior Consultant Obstetrician, Fernandez Hospital and Dr Pallavi Chandra R, Consultant Obstetrician & Head, Dept. of Obstetrics, Fernandez Hospital share their insights Postpartum sex is one of the least discussed topics in …

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‘40 mn women have long-term health issues after childbirth’

‘40 mn women have long-term health issues after childbirth’

NEW DELHI: At least 40 million women are likely to experience a long-term health problem caused by childbirth every year, a recent study published in The Lancet Global Health journal stated. Researchers found the symptom of experiencing pain during sexual intercourse, or dyspareunia, affected more than a third of such post-partum women (35 per cent), …

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1 in 3 new mothers suffer lasting health problems after childbirth: Lancet

1 in 3 new mothers suffer lasting health problems after childbirth: Lancet

GENEVA: More than a third of women worldwide are likely to experience a long-term health problem such as depression, low back pain, among others, caused by childbirth, according to a new study published on Friday in The Lancet Global Health. The study shows a high burden of postnatal conditions that persist in the months or …

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New research finds father’s prenatal mental health may benefit child’s behavior and IQ

New research finds father’s prenatal mental health may benefit child’s behavior and IQ

In a recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology, researchers evaluate the association between paternal mental health and a child’s development during middle childhood. Study: Longitudinal associations between paternal mental health and child behavior and cognition in middle childhood. Image Credit: PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock.com Background Middle childhood, beginning at six years of age, is critical for every child …

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Women’s Equality Day: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Contraception

Women’s Equality Day: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Contraception

Women’s Equality Day theme for this year is Embrace Equity. (Image: Shutterstock) Dr Meenakshi Ahuja, Senior Director, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Fortis La Femme, New Delhi and Academic Secretary, Delhi Gynae Forum, President, Delhi Menopause Society discusses complex landscape of contraception India records a significantly higher rate of unintended pregnancies at 70.1 per 1000 women, compared …

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What Is Postpartum Depression And How It Differs From Baby Blues

What Is Postpartum Depression And How It Differs From Baby Blues

Postpartum depression and baby blues have entirely different symptoms. Postpartum depression (PPD) is a complex mix of physical, emotional, and behavioural changes that are observed in some women after giving birth. The birth of a child brings a lot of physical and hormonal changes in a mother’s body, which even affects the brain and neurons …

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