As we all know that unsafe and illegal abortions contribute significant numbers in the Maternal Mortality rate (MMR). Policies and strategies made by the Indian government constantly focused to enhance and provide the access of care as well as availabilities of services related to comprehensive abortion care in every setting, whether it is Public or… Read More »
Abortion is a significant risk to women’s health. As per the Government of India guidelines despite the liberalization of abortion services more than 50 years ago in the health sector of India , many women still not have safe access to services related to the Abortion. To solve this problem, safe abortion mission is currently… Read More »
An hour or two after delivery when the tone of the uterus is re-established as the uterus contracts again for expelling any remaining contents. These contractions are extended by breastfeeding, which stimulates the production of the oxytocin hormone. The First Two postpartum hour is the critical time of initial recovery from the stress of labour… Read More »
By the end of this exercise, the participant will be able to correlate between assessment of cervical dilation, effacement & station of head with Partograph and likelihood of normal labour. *It could be obstructed labour/ fetal malpresentation so refer the mother to higher centre for the further management. Key points to remember: Reference:
By the end of this exercise, the participant will be able to understand about counselling antenatal complication, Micro birth Planning and Complication Readiness. Points to remember during antenatal Examination: Maintaining respect and privacy; What are the signs and symptoms of complications? Major Indications for referral to Higher Centre If the mother is having any Previous… Read More »
Participants will be able to recognise pregnancy issues and handle them on time by the end of this exercise, ensuring healthy outcomes for the mother and her baby and being essential for the well-being of pregnant women and foetus. Procedural Steps: 3. After Assessment Decide appropriate intervention and timely referral. 4. Antenatal Visit 1st Visit–… Read More »
Postpartum “blues” are defined as temporary low mood and moderate depressive symptoms that are self-limited and exceedingly frequent during the perinatal period. This activity outlines the diagnostic criteria for postpartum blues and emphasizes the role of the interprofessional team in its assessment and management. In this article we are going to discuss regarding major Objectives:… Read More »
Gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) refers to a category of rare tumours that appear during the first trimester of pregnancy. A woman’s body prepares for pregnancy after conception by enveloping the freshly fertilised egg or embryo with a layer of cells known as the trophoblast. The trophoblast aids the embryo’s implantation into the uterine wall. These… Read More »
Preventive Services for Mothers in the Prenatal Period The first visit irrespective of when it occurs should include: • Health history • Physical examination • Laboratory examination: Complete urine analysis Stool examination Complete blood count including Hb estimation Serological examination Blood grouping and rhesus (Rh) determination Chest X-ray, if needed On subsequent visits: Domiciliary Care:… Read More »
Safe motherhood begins with excellent nutrition and a healthy lifestyle before conception. It continues with appropriate prenatal care and problem prevention if difficulties emerge. The ideal outcome is a full-term pregnancy with no unneeded interventions, a healthy baby, and a healthy postpartum period in a welcoming environment that takes care of the mother’s, baby’s, and… Read More »