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Pregnancy

Baby size week by week: fruit comparisons from week 4 to 40

See how big your baby is each week of pregnancy, from a poppy seed at week 4 to a small watermelon at week 40, with what each trimester means.

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Pregnancy

Is my baby's weight okay? How to read the weight on your scan report

What the estimated fetal weight and percentile on your ultrasound report mean, what is typical at each week, and when to speak to your doctor.

6 min read ·  
New parents

Hiring a nanny or japa in India: what to ask and check before you decide

A practical checklist for finding a nanny or japa for your newborn: what to write in your brief, what to verify, and why to start with a trial.

6 min read ·  
New parents

Baby blues or postpartum depression? A self-check and where to find help in India

Understand the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression, take a private 10-question self-check, and find free helplines in India.

7 min read ·  
New parents

Newborn hygiene at home: handwashing, visitors and a safe first month

Simple rules for the first weeks: how to wash hands properly, what to ask of visitors, and how to handle pets, smoke and crowds.

3 min read ·  
New parents

Sterilising bottles and keeping feeds safe: a newborn hygiene guide

How to wash and sterilise bottles, make formula safely, and store breast milk, in simple steps that work in an Indian kitchen.

3 min read ·  
New parents

Umbilical cord care and the first baths: what to do and what to leave alone

Keep the cord stump clean and dry, bathe your newborn gently, and learn which traditional practices doctors usually advise against.

3 min read ·  
New parents

Nappy changing and rash care: keeping your baby's skin healthy

How often to change, how to clean gently, how to prevent rashes, and the signs that mean a rash needs a doctor.

3 min read ·  

General information, not medical advice. Check with your doctor.