Health & Safety Articles

Why Newborn Sneezing and Hiccups Happen So Often

Newborns sneeze far more than adults and hiccup after almost every feed. Here's why these reflexes happen so often and when to check with a doctor.

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The Milestones of Premature Survival and Fetal Viability

Fetal viability begins around 22–24 weeks. Here's what survival rates look like at each gestational age and what premature care involves.

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Understanding Placental Migration and Previa Throughout Pregnancy

A low-lying placenta at 20 weeks usually migrates upward by 32–34 weeks. Here's how placental migration works and when it's a problem.

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What Happens When a Baby Measures Small for Gestational Age

Small for gestational age (SGA) means below the 10th percentile on growth scans. Here's what that means and when it becomes a concern.

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Dealing with Hematomas and Subchorionic Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy

Subchorionic hemorrhage (SCH) is a blood collection between the placenta and uterine wall. Here's what it means and how it is managed.

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What High or Low Amniotic Fluid Levels Mean for Your Baby

Amniotic fluid levels that are too high or too low can signal different problems. Here's what each condition means and how it is managed.

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What You Need to Know About Severe Itching and Cholestasis

Mild itching from stretched skin is normal in pregnancy. But intense itching on the palms and soles, especially at night, may be obstetric cholestasis - a liver condition that needs monitoring.

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How to Distinguish Between Round Ligament Pain and Preterm Labor

Sharp, stabbing pain low in the abdomen during pregnancy is usually round ligament pain - harmless and very common. But certain signs point to preterm labour and need urgent attention.

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Protecting Your Teeth from Pregnancy Gingivitis and Bleeding Gums

Up to 70% of pregnant women develop pregnancy gingivitis - swollen, bleeding gums caused by hormonal changes. It is treatable, and good dental care in pregnancy protects both you and your baby.

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When Shortness of Breath During Pregnancy Becomes a Concern

Feeling short of breath during pregnancy is common - your lungs are working harder and your growing uterus is pushing them up. But some causes of breathlessness need urgent attention.

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