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Dr. Neharika Malhotra is a practicing obstetrician at Malhotra Nursing and Maternity Home and an infertility consultant at Rainbow IVF, Agra. She has more than 12 years of experience in Ob/Gyn.
Dr. Malhotra is an active member of RCOG, FOGSI, and several other institutions and has been the youngest chairperson of FOGSI. In addition, she has published books, articles, chapters and is an editor of several newsletters. Dr. Malhotra also runs a non-profit organization for women empowerment and girl education.
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Most women may be apprehensive about drinking coke during pregnancy because they are unsure of its safety. Coke is a carbonated drink with caffeine and sugar. It does not have much nutritional value. Drinking coke might not be hazardous to health if you stick to consuming the recommended amount of caffeine. Also, the drink does…
Milk of magnesia or magnesium hydroxide is a laxative that helps prevent constipation, indigestion, and an upset stomach. It is safe to consume milk of magnesia during pregnancy if prescribed by your doctor (1). It is an osmotic laxative, i.e., it softens the stool by drawing water into the intestines (2). Some expecting mothers may…
Coffee is a stimulating beverage that pregnant women often crave. But since caffeine intake during pregnancy isn’t advisable, many consider switching to decaffeinated coffee while pregnant. Decaffeinated coffee or decaf has almost the same flavor as regular coffee but contains 97% less caffeine (1). This unique quality of decaf makes it a good choice for…
Persimmon is a nutritious and healthy fruit primarily grown in parts of Asia. Persimmons during pregnancy can provide you with the required nutrition while satisfying your taste buds with their sweetness. Pregnancy is all about eating healthy, and this fruit imparts several health benefits, especially to pregnant women when consumed in adequate amounts. Read on…
Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate is used for multiple purposes, ranging from cooking to cleaning. Although it is a common ingredient in every household, many women wonder if it is safe to use baking soda during pregnancy. Read this post for further information on the use of baking soda during pregnancy and the safety tips…