Pregnancy care- Do’s and Don’ts during labor pain

Author –

Dr. Preethika Shetty MBBS, DNB, M.S(OBGY), Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (ICOG)

Consultant – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospital, Kharadi, Pune

If you’re expecting, you need to take care of your baby before it’s born. Mothers-to-be need to be careful during this phase with their choices and consult the doctor for healthy outputs.

Quick fact:

Routine visits and tests enable doctors to detect symptoms before they turn into a serious concern.

Why is pregnancy care important?

It is better to prepare early for childbirth by taking childbirth preparation classes where you and your spouse will learn how to cope with it, along with getting answers to questions that may be in your mind. During the last trimester, care should be of utmost importance where you should keep your mind at ease for the process of labor. You can enroll yourself at the best pregnancy care hospital, Motherhood Hospital, which specializes in pregnancy and delivery care along with rendering the service of pregnant women counseling.

Things to do during labor pain

When it comes to labor, every mother can have a different experience. However, there are some labor tips that can be followed during the process:

  • Bring a water bottle during labor as it not only quenches your thirst but also diminishes the pain to an extent.
  • Be aware of contractions that may occur at the time of delivery so that you can reach the hospital at the right time.
  • You may bring a body pillow along with you in the maternity care for extra comfort.
  • You can opt for medication that can ease the pain during labor i.e. analgesics or anesthetics.
  • Do prepare yourself in advance for the labor like doing regular exercises that can strengthen your muscles and help your body against the stress during labor. Moreover, it is better to relax and stay calm during labor as stressing or fearing about the pain can make it worse.
  • Do keep moving and changing positions during labor as it can ease the pain.
  • Taking massages can help where your partner can rub your feet or hands which can distract your mind and calm you down.

Things not to do during labor pain

Besides these, there are things that should be avoided during labor to make the process easy for you, such as:

It is better to not over exert yourself during the contractions where you may feel overwhelmed and want to change your positions frequently. Though changing positions can help speed up the things, rest is crucial as well. A labor can last for long hours; resting in between will help your mind and body to recover.

Do not feel stuck where you have to stay in one position. Sometimes, you may have to sit in one position which can cause labor pain to be more painful. If so, you can change your position as per your comfortability.

Do not hold your breath during labor as some may be over breathing or breathing too fast, this can lead to numbness, dizziness or even fainting. Do not hold on to your breath by being calm during the process. Taking big and deep breaths can be helpful for the body in managing stress.

It is better to avoid greasy or heavy foods before going to pregnancy & delivery care hospitals as during this process digestion is slowed down. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking beverages with electrolytes.

When it comes to pregnancy and birth care, Motherhood Hospital holds a significant position among the leading maternity care hospital. It has manifested into a special maternity care hospital where the service exhibits the professional and advanced treatment options for the ease of patients.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist in Kharadi, Pune. We are experts in handling complex deliveries, gynaecological, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best Gynaecology hospital in Kharadi, Pune at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with Dr. Preethika Shetty, please book your appointment here.

Pregnancy Calculator – Pregnancy Tips & Due Date Calculator

Due Date Calculator for a healthy pregnancy: Pregnancy journey - Motherhood Hospital India

Author – Dr. Preethika Shetty MBBS, DNB, M.S (OBGY), Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (ICOG)

Consultant – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospital, Kharadi, Pune

Are you expecting a baby? And you are excited to know the precise coming of your newborn? Pregnancy calculators can help you here where you can be prepared beforehand, along with tracking the growth of your baby. Pregnancy calculator is a tool that can lend you a helping date in determining your due date of pregnancy.

Quick fact:

It has been researched that only 1 in 20 women delivers on the estimated due date. This means only 5% of deliveries take place on their exact calculated date as per the pregnancy due date calculator.

Pregnancy calculator- A useful tool

It can be useful in the estimation of date of delivery in correspondence to due date, last period date, ultrasound date or conception date, when taken into consideration. The due date or estimated date of delivery refers to the date when labor is expected to begin. When it comes to accuracy, pregnancy calculators can be variable. The precise estimation of pregnancy calculator results can go beyond or before the actual delivery in most of the cases.

Calculating due date of pregnancy

There are some ways that can help you to calculate the due date of your pregnancy as:

First day of the last period: In most of the cases, a pregnancy could last around 38-40 weeks from conception, where keeping track of these weeks from the last day of your menstrual cycle can help you in the estimation of your due date. Usually, health care professionals estimate a baby’s due date using the first day of your last menstrual period.

IVF transfer date: If a woman is going for in vitro fertilization (IVF), she can estimate her due date using the IVF transfer date. Embryos are mostly transferred after 3 or 5 days of fertilization.

Ultrasound scan: An early ultrasound can help you to accurately date the delivery, though most of the women never go for an early ultrasound. Other clues pertaining to the growth of the baby inside the womb of the mother can also determine whether the due date is accurate or not, such as the baby’s heartbeat is heard around week 9-10 for the first time or first fetal movement is usually between week 18-22. Another initial internal pregnancy exam can also help in pointing to the estimated due date of delivery where the size of the uterus can be noted.


Early signs of pregnancy

It is better to track your pregnancy from the day you come to know that you are pregnant. Knowing about your pregnancy symptoms can help you to come across this process early. Some of the early signs of pregnancy are:

Missing periods: When there is delay in your menstrual cycle, it can be one of the symptoms of pregnancy. However, in the case of irregular menstrual cycles this can be a misleading factor as well.

Swollen breasts: Pregnancy is accompanied with changing hormonal levels which can make your breasts sensitive and swollen.

Nausea and vomiting: During pregnancy, morning sickness is common after a few weeks, where some women may have nausea earlier in their pregnancy.

Fatigue: The first trimester of pregnancy corresponds to the fatigue where a person feels sleepiness as well.

While there are many signs that may point to your pregnancy, they can be pointing to other problems as well. It is better to have a pregnancy test whenever you experience the symptoms mentioned above. After you have confirmed that you are expecting, the doctor will make an assessment in which he will provide you the due date of labor. You can also do it yourself with the help of pregnancy week calculator or due date calculator.

Due date calculator

When it comes to due date calculation, it is an estimation which gives us an idea that the labor may start sometime in two weeks before or after the due date.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist in Kharadi, Pune. We are experts in handling complex deliveries, gynaecological, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best Gynaecology hospital in Kharadi, Pune at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with Dr. Preethika Shetty, please book your appointment here.

Treating UTI During Pregnancy

Author – Dr. Asha Hiremath MBBS, MD

Consultant – Obstetrician, Gynaecologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon at Motherhood Hospital, Indiranagar, Bangalore

When any part of the urinary system is infected, it is referred to as urinary tract infection (UTI) or bladder infection. Urinary tract comprises kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra, where usually bacteria from outside can infect the urinary system concurring to problems, like an infection or inflammation. Though it is apparent in all the age groups, it is commonly seen during pregnancy. The prevalence of UTI increases in young women where during pregnancy the incidence of physical and hormonal changes lead to chances of developing a UTI.

The entry of bacteria into the urinary tract leads to its multiplication where painful urination and other symptoms become prevalent. During pregnancy, the levels of progesterone and estrogen increase which leads to the weakening of the bladder and the ureters, along with the changing anatomy of kidneys and compression of uterus and bladder. This makes it prone to UTI whereupon the excess sugar in the urine encourages bacterial growth. Therefore, it is important to consult a gynaecologist and obstetrician during pregnancy and receive urinalysis and urine culture at 12 to 16 weeks.


It is always recommended to visit the best gynaecologist nearby during the early weeks of pregnancy to look out for any prevailing conditions. Besides, there can be some symptoms that correspond to UTI whereby it becomes necessary to see your healthcare provider. Common symptoms of UTI can be:

  • Strong and frequent urge to visit the bathroom
  • Burning sensation while urinating
  • Passing small amounts of urine
  • Cloudy, red or pink colored urine
  • Foul smell in the urine
  • Pelvic pain

While these symptoms are noticeable, pregnant women can also have asymptomatic UTI’s where there are no signs or symptoms. As it progresses, it can lead to other developing symptoms or problems like symptomatic UTI or even kidney infection which requires immediate treatment.

With respect to treatment, UTI’s can be prevented in the first place by:

  • Trying to empty your bladder frequently
  • Wearing cotton underwear
  • Trying to avoid perfumes or sprays
  • Staying hydrated by drinking ample amount of water
  • Avoiding the use of harsh soaps or body wash in the genital area

When it comes to treatment, most UTI’s are treated using antibiotics. While during pregnancy the treatment would be the same where the antibiotics are safe for mother and baby usually following the 3-day low-dose and long term course. Antibiotics commonly used include amoxicillin, ampicillin, cephalosporin’s, etc. Besides, a doctor may also prescribe some pain relieving medications to get relief from the discomfort of UTI. When a UTI is recurring, a doctor may carry out some tests, like urine culture test (diagnosing the bacterial cultures in urine), visual bladder and urethra exam or CT scan of the urinary tract.

There are some home remedies that may be suggested for UTI, such as:

  • Consuming acetaminophen to get relieve from pain and reduce the fever
  • In case of stomach discomfort, placing a hot bottle on the lower stomach may relieve from it
  • In order to flush out the bacteria from the urinary tract, plenty of water should be drunk
  • Having a plenty amount of rest so that the body can fight the infection

If urinary tract infection remains untreated, it can involve kidneys and become more dangerous. In rare cases, chronic UTI’s may lead to sepsis (blood poisoning) if left untreated.

Therefore, a person should tend to the early signs of infection and take the prescribed antibiotics as soon as possible. Moreover, it is important to closely work with your healthcare provider and ask for further treatment if UTI keeps recurring.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist in Indiranagar, Bangalore. We are experts in handling complex deliveries, gynaecological, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best Gynaecology hospital in Indiranagar, Bangalore at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with Dr. Asha Hiremath please book your appointment here.

Tips to get your body ready for pregnancy

Tips to get ready for pregnancy

Author – Motherhood Medical Team

You may be planning for pregnancy, but there may be some questions in your mind regarding how to make your body ready for it. There are some steps that if taken will give you the best possible chance of having a healthy pregnancy along with a healthy baby.

Quick fact:

Your heart actually grows during pregnancy as the blood volume increases up to 50% which makes it beat faster.

Tips to get ready for pregnancy

Here are some important steps that you can plan to undertake in order to begin your motherhood easily:

  • A preconception checkup: If you are ready to get pregnant, it is better that you schedule a preconception checkup. During this checkup, your overall health status will be reviewed along with the health history. Besides, there may some health areas where you need some improvement which can be analyzed by the doctor as well.
  • Taking folic acid supplement: Before you start conception, it is advised that you should take 400 micrograms of folic acid every day though your first trimester. The process can be started 30 days prior to conception. By taking folic acid, you are decreasing the chances of birth defects in your baby.
  • Avoid alcohol intake: Excessive drinking is prohibited when you are trying out for pregnancy, though a moderate drink is considered fine. While during pregnancy, it is better to avoid drinking as this may pose health problems for the developing fetus.
  • Cut off smoking: Smoking can lead to miscarriage or premature birth, where you should halt this activity as it can also make it difficult for you to get pregnant.
  • Eat well and exercise: Having healthy preconception diet including of whole grains, lean proteins, low fat diary can prepare your body for pregnancy. Moreover, exercising can keep your body strong and healthy.
  • Monitor your weight: A healthy weight can make your pregnancy smoother where you can easily get pregnant as well. It is better to maintain a healthy weight before trying to conceive.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist who are experts in handling complex deliveries, gynaecological needs, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best delivery hospital at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with our doctors, please book your appointment here.

How to get your body ready for pregnancy: 5 important steps?

Physical Aspect of getting pregnant

Author – Motherhood Medical Team

Before trying to conceive and assume parenthood, it is important to take some steps that can provide the best possible chances of a healthy pregnancy along with a heathy baby. Some changes are needed to incorporate in daily lifestyle for being at better odds to conceive.

Quick Fact:

The beginning of pregnancy can relate with tiredness and morning sickness making a women feel worn out.

Tips to get pregnant fast

Following are some important steps that can help you begin your motherhood in a healthy way:

  1. Know your body: You should know about your ovulation period- the time when you can get pregnant. Tracking your ovulation can help you know your most fertile days and accordingly plan your pregnancy. Ovulation can be tracked using some apps, ovulation predictor strips etc.
  2. Taking prenatal supplements: Before beginning your pregnancy, prenatal supplements including prenatal vitamins should be taken. The nutrient composition in these vitamins can sustain and nourish your body along with providing protection to your baby against birth defects.
  3. Handling stress: Stress can impact your overall health being which can affect your fertility as well. Stress can impact your menstrual cycle which can affect your ability to conceive. It is important to reduce stress to think clearly along with making proper decisions and improving relationships.
  4. Staying active: You should stay active where exercising for 30 minutes a day is recommended for sound health and body. This can help you maintain weight and stress which can help your body to stay healthy.
  5. Changing diet plan: You need to optimize you diet before trying to conceive where your diet should include low carbohydrates, increased portions of proteins and healthy fats, and lots of fruits and vegetables. Besides taking nutritious foods, some foods should also be cut off like fishes’ rich in mercury.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist who are experts in handling complex deliveries, gynaecological needs, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best maternity hospital at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with our doctors, please book your appointment here.

Nutritional support during pregnancy

How can nutrition help with pregnancy?

Pregnancy pertains to the physical and hormonal changes in the body where the needs of the person also alter. The growing fetus inside the womb requires sufficient nutrients during the stage of development. For coping the nutritional requirements that correspond to the healthy lifestyle, appropriate weight gain, a balanced diet, exercising regularly, vitamin and mineral supplementation should be considered.

Calorie intake during Pregnancy

During the course of pregnancy, 300 extra calories are required for maintaining the healthy body and suffice the needs of the fetus. To incorporate these calories, a balanced diet comprising of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains should be consumed. Besides, it is better to limit the intake of sugar and fats as a balanced diet can help in relieving the symptoms of pregnancy.

Fluid intake should also be taken into consideration during pregnancy as it forms a significant part of nourishing the body. Alongside water, juices and soups should also be consumed in subtle amounts.

Nutritional foods during pregnancy

  • For vitamin A and potassium: Carrots, sweet potatoes, amaranth, spinach, tomatoes, squash, bell peppers, cantaloupe, ragi, jowar, etc. are good source of vitamin and potassium as it helps to maintain the balance of fluids and electrolytes.
  • Calcium, potassium, Vitamin A and D: Fat free or low fat yogurt, milk, soya milk etc. should be a part of balance diet as calcium helps build the baby’s bones and regulate fluids.
  • Iron and folic acid: Grains inclusive of cereals reduces the risk of neural tube defects and increase the blood flow.
  • Proteins: Beans, chickpeas, soybean, chia seeds, quinoa, etc. provide proteins to the baby and mother which are required for the proper growth of baby, along with increasing blood supply.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Nutritionist customized diet plans for pregnant women and monitor their health throughout the period of pregnancy, in consultation with gynaecologists.

Do take an appointment with the best women and childcare hospital at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with our doctors, please book your appointment here.

Make Your Pregnancy Stylish

"How to stay stylish during pregnancy? "

Author – Motherhood Medical Team

Pregnancy poses a challenge of being up to date and following the fashion trends that may convert you into a stylish being. While it cuts out some alteration in the living patterns, there are ideas and ways to try out for making your pregnancy a stylish one.

There can be some transitions to map out this thing while also considering the safety approaches that must be followed during the pregnancy.

Staying Stylish During Pregnancy

  • The foremost thing that is important during pregnancy is the mental look you can cast on yourself so that you look sharp and put together. There is no need to feel grumpy all the time, though a pack of hormonal rush can induce so sometimes. However, you need to feel yourself and try to be excited about each single day, trying out some new ideas.
  • You don’t need to hide your tummy completely. One can wear form-fitting clothes, as long as they are covering your belly completely.
  • One can easily wear some old cardigans and blazers, open. This has to make a good fashion sense when fitted over a tank or camisole. In this way, the ready to go casual outlooks can make a great stylish fit.
  • Maternity or nursing printed dresses can make you feel comfortable as well as ready to head out on the way when paired with a sandal.
  • One can also choose to wear heels to give a better look. While stilettos and heels can be difficult to accommodate, wedges and kitten heels are safe as well as stylish to make you comfortable.
  • Getting yourself a denim that fits the protruding belly can be really a good option. Not only maternity jeans are comfortable to wear but can also boost up your confidence.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Nutritionist customized diet plans for pregnant women and monitor their health throughout the period of pregnancy, in consultation with gynaecologists.

Do take an appointment with the best women’s hospital at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with our doctors, please book your appointment here.

After delivery myth & postpartum care

Myths and postnatal care

Author – Motherhood Medical Team

Introduction: You finally have your newborn in your hand and instead of swooning over the arrival of the cutie, you hear some random myths telling you what to do and what not to do, for you and your baby. Sounds annoying, doesn’t it? Worry not, mommy, you got me, as I am here to bust some after-delivery myths as well as share some postpartum depression care tips.

Myths About Postpartum Care

  1. Avoid ‘hot’ or ‘cold’ foods: The next time you hear someone telling you to avoid eggplant (referred to be ‘hot’) or okra (‘cold’), completely ignore it. Science disproves this and declares it to be unfounded. Your body needs all the nourishment it can get since you recently gave birth. Eat a balanced diet and limit your intake of extra calories.
  2. No lifting heavy weights if you had a C-section: You will gradually regain strength and be able to resume your normal activities and lift heavy objects as you did before even after a C-section, after six weeks.
  3. Eat betel leaf (Paan) for calcium: Eating “Paan” won’t give you any calcium; instead, it will just darken your teeth.
  4. Eat ‘Ghee’ to strengthen your joints: In order to relax your joints in time for labor, the mom’s body secretes a hormone called relaxin throughout pregnancy. The effects of this hormone persist for some time even after delivery. With time, your joint strength will cause it to return. So’Ghee’ has nothing to do with joint strength.
  5. Ajwain (carom seed) water must be consumed after delivery: It is not bound for you to have it if you don’t like the taste of it. You always have the option to switch to other drinks, as long as your body is getting enough fluid intake.

Tips for self-care after delivery

  • Drink plenty of water; breastfeeding mothers especially need to do so.
  • As much as you can, rest.
  • Provide a balanced diet to nourish your body.
  • Apply a hot water bag, heating pad, or hot water bottle to the area to relieve any abdominal pain.
  • In the postpartum days, constipation is typical. Drink a lot of water and consume more meals high in fiber to help it go away.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist who is experts in handling complex deliveries, gynecological needs, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best maternity hospital at a center closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with our doctors, please book your appointment here.

Preparing Your Body For Delivery

Getting your body ready for delivery

Author: Dr. Poonam Rudingwa MBBS, MS (OBG)

Consultant – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospitals, Chandigarh

Getting your body ready for delivery

Look at various circumstances of life—no race is completed without training, no test is given without studying or no wedding is done without planning. So how can you give birth without preparing?

Labour and birth are indeed something that is expected of pregnant people but can take place spontaneously without planning, training, preparation or any guidance. But if you train and prepare your body in the right manner for labour and birth, you have the upper edge to move further on with more strength, flexibility, stamina, alignment and a better experience entirely and no mother would want to miss on that!

In this segment, we will discuss the methods given by experts at the best maternity hospital in Chandigarh for normal delivery and the preparation you can do before birth:

Preparing for birth

1. Invest time in walking

Walking is a simple yet effective way to keep your body moving while capitalising on the benefits. Invest time in regular walking where you can either choose smaller increments or one long walk during your pregnancy. Walking helps in overall strength and endurance build-up since both are essential for labour. You can learn about it and other birthing services in Chandigarh.

2. Minimise sitting

It’s been our habit of spending way too much time sitting and that too in poor posture. This causes disturbance in our body’s alignment, strength, flexibility and physical well-being. Not many know that this can impact childbirth as well! You can learn more about the disadvantages of sitting too long, along with the delivery charges in Chandigarh during your pregnancy journey. Along with this, you’ll know what steps you can take to get out of your chair.

3. Perform squatting

Apart from the Kegels, you can also perform squats! When it comes to pelvic floor strength, alignment, leg stamina, and flexibility—squatting is an ideal movement. It doesn’t mean that you stop performing Kegels altogether, just incorporate a regular squatting program into your daily routine. Learn more about the importance of squatting while you are enquiring about the pregnancy package in Chandigarh.

4. Start wearing flats

Heels look stylish but are they practical during pregnancy? Heels, pumps (aka positive-heeled shoes) or wedges, can cause problems, since they kick your body out of alignment. With the pregnant body already messing with the body alignment, the extra pressure from your footwear won’t help at all. Body alignment does matter for birth since the muscles and joints work best when your body is in correct alignment and the body in labour and birth would also perform best with the correct alignment. It makes an impact on how the baby is positioned for birth along with your body to give birth vaginally, with or without complications.

5. Learn to breathe

One of the finest ways to support your physical, mental and emotional state is to learn the art of breathing. If you are someone who takes shallow breathes or breathes less during a stressful situation, you need to work on your breathing technique multiple times throughout the day. Taking longer exhales than inhales allows your body to relax. During a tense situation, breathing allows your brain to get enough oxygen and stay alert to make a wise decision.

6. Rest

Know that labour will be a marathon and things will not be over instantly. Your body would need a lot of rest, healing and preparation time. Resting allows your body to relax all the physical structures of the body along with mental and emotional states. During the end of your pregnancy, you may even feel more inclined to take rest—don’t resist this feeling of yours.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best experts in Chandigarh capable of handling complex deliveries, gynaecological and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic procedures.

Do take an appointment with the best Gynaecology hospital in Chandigarh at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with Dr. Poonam Rudingwa, please book your appointment here.

What Is The Difference Between Obstetrics And Gynaecology?

Difference between Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Author: Dr. Richa Singh MBBS, DGO, DNB

Consultant – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospital Kharghar, Mumbai

Different between Obstetrics and Gynaecology

A branch of medicine and surgery that specializes in the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth and in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive organs. It also specializes in other women’s health issues, such as menopause, hormone problems, contraception (birth control), and infertility.

OB-GYNs dispense their special care that focuses on the female reproductive health which has become a critical part in overall health being. When it comes to women’s health and reproductive care, it is considered under obstetrics and gynecology cases.

Quick Fact: The word gynaecology is derived from two Greek words, gyne which means woman or female and logia which means the study of.

Obstetrics

When it comes to obstetrics, part of the OBGYN spectrum, it is the field of medicine consisting of the care that is dispensed towards a pregnant woman and her unborn baby. Besides, it also deals with labor and delivery processes where it is ensured that mother and child get the best care post-delivery and potential complications are warded off. A person specialized in this field is referred to as obstetrician or simply OBGYN who can take care of women during and after pregnancy, while handling some critical situations, as:

  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Fetal distress
  • Placenta issues
  • High blood pressure
  • Cesarean section
  • Episiotomy
  • Vaginal deliveries
  • Cesarean deliveries
  • Uterine rupture
  • Prolapsed cord
  • Hemorrhage
  • Miscarriage
  • Pre eclampsia

A baby can be delivered vaginally or through a cesarean section where an obstetrician is properly trained to take care of the woman during the procedures, along with handling any change that may occur during the childbirth. After the childbirth, an obstetrician also guides the mother and child towards better health to prevent any further complications.

Consulting the best obstetrician can help a woman go through the entire experience of pregnancy and delivery safely as they can guide them to better results. Obstetricians also offer other services as:

  • Fertility treatment
  • Diagnostic procedures for fetus
  • NICU care
  • Dealing with issues like postpartum depression

Gynaecology

Gynaecology part of the OBGYN spectrum deals with the care of reproductive organs i.e. overall reproductive health of a woman. A person exclusively practicing in this field is referred to as gynaecologist or simply OBGYN, who is often visited by women at the onset of puberty and also after menopause. A woman facing concerns or situations pertaining to the treatments or maintenance of health of vagina, uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, along with breasts can visit the best gynaecology hospital or best gynecologist who can take care of all. Besides, women may also want to see their gynecologist for an annual checkup and pelvic exam. Along with routine checkups, a gynecologist can:

  • Perform tests like Pap along with examination of reproductive diseases
  • Provide treatment for infections, diseases or any other irregularity
  • Perform surgical procedures as hysterectomy, tubal ligation, myomectomy
  • Treat cancers of reproductive system
  • Also advise on issues relating to fertility and conception
  • Treat incontinence
  • Diagnose causes of amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea

These health professionals can be involved for longer durations throughout a woman’s life, ranging from puberty to menopause, and beyond as well.

Contraceptive counseling has great potential as a strategy to empower women who do not desire pregnancy to choose a method of birth control that she can use correctly and consistently over time, thereby reducing her individual risk of unintended pregnancy, your obstetrician and gynecologist can help you and guide you plan as well as prevent a pregnancy.

Obstetrics and gynaecology services for women’s health are provided all over India to correspond to the different needs of women’s health right from starting of menses to delivering your babies to treating any disorders related to female reproductive system.

So when it comes to women seeking a health professional during their teenage, pregnancy and rest of their life, it is better to visit the best gynecologist nearby.

At Motherhood Hospitals, we have a team of experienced super specialists backed by the latest in infrastructure and facilities. We have the best Gynaecologist specialists in Kharghar, Mumbai. We are experts in handling complex deliveries, gynaecological, and other surgeries including a range of laparoscopic surgeries.

Do take an appointment with the best Gynaecology hospital in Kharghar, Mumbai at a centre closest to you. Meet with our doctors who will carry out the required investigations, diagnose the issue and recommend the most appropriate treatment, enabling you to lead an active life.

If you wish to get in touch with Dr. Richa Singh, please book your appointment here