Leg and ankle swelling is one of the most common discomforts experienced during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. While swelling, also called edema, is usually a normal ...

Many women have questions about diet and exercise during pregnancy. It is important to understand how your needs change so you can optimize your energy and your baby’s development. Let’s start with ...

Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM: Welcome to the WebMD Health Discovered Podcast. I'm Dr Neha Pathak, WebMD's Chief Physician Editor for Health and Lifestyle Medicine. Today we're going to discuss a ...

Sleep can be hard to come by when you’re pregnant, generally due to the hormonal shifts and growing belly bumps. According to a sleep expert, Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, “This leads to increased fatigue ...

Exercising during pregnancy is generally safe and can be beneficial, but it's important to listen to your body. Heart rate naturally increases during pregnancy, so don't stress about exact numbers ...

As outside temperatures begin to rise, there are people that are at higher risk of heat-related illness. That includes young children, older adults and people who are pregnant. Being pregnant can put ...

People often overlook oral health during pregnancy, but infections in the gums and mouth can affect a baby’s growth. This article covers how oral infections relate to low birth weight, why it’s ...

New parents experience most of their postnatal conflicts and stress because of expectations that they did not express or did not fulfil, says Dr. Ajantha Boopathi.

High-risk pregnancy in India explained with key causes, danger signs, tests, and expert care tips to help mothers ensure a ...