Health & Safety Articles
Expert articles on Health & Safety.
What You Need to Know About the Soft Spot and Fontanelles
Fontanelles are the soft spots on your baby's head where skull bones haven't fused yet. Here's what to expect and what to watch for.
Identifying and Treating Neonatal Acne and Milia Bumps
Tiny white bumps (milia) and red pimples (neonatal acne) are both very common in newborns. Here's how to tell them apart and what to do.
Normal vs Red Flag Mottled Skin in Newborns
Mottled skin — a blotchy, lace-like pattern — is common in newborns when they're cold. Here's when it's normal and when it's a red flag.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.