Pelvic Floor Exercises For Women For Muscle Strengthening
A woman's pelvic floor is a delicate, often misunderstood part of her body. But, it deserves attention nonetheless. A woman's pelvic floor has the important job of supporting the bladder, uterus, and bowel so they can do their jobs! A Healthy Pelvic Floor should be strong and able to contract…
Sexual Health: When Does It Count As ‘Having Sex’?
Good 'Sexual health' is when you have consenting, pleasurable, and safe sexual experiences with a partner. The act of having sex or indulging in sex does not always require a vagina and/or a penis. Sex can mean different things to different people and everyone may have their own ways of…
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Sexual Health: When Does It Count As ‘Having Sex’?
Good 'Sexual health' is when you have consenting, pleasurable, and safe sexual experiences with a partner. The act of having sex or indulging in sex does not always require a vagina and/or a penis. Sex can mean different things to different people and everyone may have their own ways of deriving gratification from it in their own way. All genders…
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Who knew a popcorn eating experience at a theatre would lead Neerja Malik to discover a lump in her breast as she picked up a fallen kernel off her clothes! Two times Breast cancer Survivor, Neerja’s journey has been one of the adversities at every turn but this woman, who I like to call “sunshine in a human form” has…
Recovering from depression- How I Pieced My Life Back
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. This mental health warrior's story is about recovering from depression and includes tips for everyday living. It has been narrated anonymously. The emotional rollercoaster that is depression can be difficult to ride. The highs and lows can be…
Identifying Narcissistic Personality Disorder And Narcissistic Abuse
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Let's talk about what is Narcissistic Personality Disorder and its repercussions on mental health. Narcissus was a mythological Greek hunter who as the legend goes, saw his reflection in the water and fell hopelessly in love, with himself. A person…
Food And Mental Health- The Gut’s Connection With The Brain
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Nutritionist Zehra Aliakbar tells us the connection between food and mental health. Mental health is an intrinsic part of health. It includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. Handling stress,…
Chronic Pain and Mental Health Are Linked, Says This Psychologist
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Sonam Manoj, a Pain Psychologist tells us how chronic pain and mental health illnesses are interlinked and methods to treat them. Chronic pain could be heart-wrenching and so is depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Research shows…
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Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Let's talk about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD Her Story “Most individuals are born into families; I was adopted into the heart of the family that gave me a name. My parents and paternal grandparents, along with…
Are You A People-Pleaser? Say “No”, This World Mental Health Day
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Today, let us talk about people-pleasing. Dealing with someone who is overly accommodating to the needs of others can feel draining. Whether it's not knowing how to say no, always telling people what they want…
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Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. This mental health warrior's story is about recovering from depression and includes tips for everyday living. It has been narrated anonymously. The emotional rollercoaster that is depression can be difficult to ride. The highs and lows can be…
Identifying Narcissistic Personality Disorder And Narcissistic Abuse
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Let's talk about what is Narcissistic Personality Disorder and its repercussions on mental health. Narcissus was a mythological Greek hunter who as the legend goes, saw his reflection in the water and fell hopelessly in love, with himself. A person…
Food And Mental Health- The Gut’s Connection With The Brain
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Nutritionist Zehra Aliakbar tells us the connection between food and mental health. Mental health is an intrinsic part of health. It includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. Handling stress,…
Chronic Pain and Mental Health Are Linked, Says This Psychologist
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Sonam Manoj, a Pain Psychologist tells us how chronic pain and mental health illnesses are interlinked and methods to treat them. Chronic pain could be heart-wrenching and so is depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Research shows…
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Are You A People-Pleaser? Say “No”, This World Mental Health Day
Infano brings to you 10 Days Of Mental Health in collaboration with The Logical Indian in lieu of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Today, let us talk about people-pleasing. Dealing with someone who is overly accommodating to the needs of others can feel draining. Whether it's not knowing how to say no, always telling people what they want…
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Mental Health: Anxiety Disorder In Women
According to a study published in the National Health Portal, anxiety disorders are the most prevalent of psychiatric morbidities and are the sixth leading cause of disability worldwide with 4% of all YLD (years lived with disability). It is seen more commonly in females as compared to males. Roughly 273 million had an anxiety disorder as of 2010. “We have…
Superfoods To Help Manage PCOS / PCOD
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), is a hormonal condition that can affect a women’s ability to have a child. It causes irregular periods, facial hair, acne, weight gain, and infertility. For women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), losing weight can become a constant struggle. A good way to deal with PCOS is to eat well and exercise regularly. Losing some body weight may ease some symptoms and regularise…
Have You Heard Of Seed Cycling For PCOD?
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My Experience With Hematocolpos: How I Got My First Period
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Combating Facial Hair With PCOS
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ALL YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT POLYCYSTIC OVARIES
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It’s Time to Involve Men in Menstrual Talks: #MondayMenstruation
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A Bunch Of Young Minds Are Changing Perception Around Menstruation
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This NGO founder Is On ‘Mission Menstruation’
At fourteen years young when teenagers are dabbling with modern paraphernalia, Anurag Chauhan found his calling in social service. By the time he was twenty, Anurag had founded a non-government organization, Humans for Humanity in his home town Dehradun to bring awareness about menstruation, health, hygiene among women across India. At twenty-one, he launched the WASH project on Women, Sanitation,…
This Trust Is Guiding Rural India On Menstrual Health & Embracing Their Practices
Women in rural India have been resorting to their own ways for many years when it comes to menstruation practices and menstrual health. There are methods that are different from what we are familiar with. Sinu Joseph, the Managing Trustee of Mythri Speaks Trust, gives us an insight into menstrual practices in rural India. The narrative on menstruation is changing…
Boondh Is Spreading Menstrual Advocacy, One Drop At A Time
When it comes to India, one can never say that there is enough menstrual literacy and awareness because of the poverty and illiteracy that exists among the population. Boondh is a hybrid enterprise started by Bharti Kannan who noticed a gaping hole in menstruation-related interventions, activism and advocacy. Co-founder Sonal Jain came on board when they and Bharti met. Today,…
This Women-led Initiative Empowers Other Women
It is the 21st century and as a society, we are still plagued with patriarchal structures that seeps into our social systems. We are still reluctant to talk about sex education, mental health, menstruation, etc. The situations get worse when such issues are riddled with myths and taboos, and one such classic example that we still as a society need…
Meet The Padman Of Kolkata
Imagine a world without social activists. It is better not to. For these people with their selfless nature bring quiet changes in the world we live in. And many times, we are not aware of the work they do or the lives they have affected. 24-year-old Sobhan Mukherjee is one such person who chose to make a difference in the…
Like Charity, Menstrual Conversations Must Start At Home
I vividly remember when I was in Class 10th in a small town called Dalhousie, I saw boys and even teachers giggling or frowning on the topic of periods. I was so naive that I did not understand a tad bit of what was being giggled upon. I thought I am so weird for not knowing what exactly periods are!…
How Helpful Are Ovulation Tests When Trying To Get Pregnant?
Over the course of your menstrual cycle, your body releases hormones that change several things, including when you ovulate. You can track when this happens by using a basal thermometer and taking your temperature at the same time every morning, or by using ovulation test kits. The latter has been found to be more accurate in pinpointing ovulation day because…
Pregnancy Blogs 2021: Getting Pregnant When You Have PCOS
As a part of our Pregnancy Blogs 2021, let's talk about the difficulties couples can have with conception if the partner is suffering from PCOS. PCOS does not mean infertility. Infertility itself is due to many reasons and PCOS is probably just one of them. But PCOS does not mean you cannot get pregnant. Many doctors are quick to prescribe…
Pregnancy Blogs 2021: Six Photographers Who Capture Motherhood Artfully
As a part of our Pregnancy Blogs 2021 series by Infano, here are a few photographers who have perfected the art of capturing moments from maternity to the baby journey. You may want to check out these wonderful photographers on Instagram to capture your journey and baby shoots on World Photography Day. #WorldPhotographyDay Kalgi Bhalja Thakkar Instagram @me_and_minime_bykalgi Kalgi is…
Pregnancy Tips For First-Time Moms: Lactation Consultants To Follow On Instagram
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Postpartum Superfoods In Indian Culture
The postpartum period is known as the fourth trimester. In the first three trimesters of pregnancy, women are expected to eat healthy and nutritious for nourishing the baby in the womb but in the fourth trimester, a new mother's diet plan is prepared to keep in consideration her health for life long as well as for recovery of her body…
A Dietitian’s Advice For Pregnant Women On Managing Gestational Diabetes
For many pregnant women, their blood sugar levels elevate during pregnancy causing gestational diabetes. This is diagnosed through blood sugar testing and those with Gestational Diabetes (GD) are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Managing this condition can be quiet challenging because they have to be mindful of what they consume to make sure that…
Can High Blood Pressure In Pregnancy Lead To Preeclampsia?
For Zahra Aliakbar, pregnancy came with a lot of trouble. Little did she know that the joy of having a child would come with so many difficulties and health issues. The onset of third trimester brought with it new pregnancy symptoms, she knew little about. Her blood pressure was high and she developed swelling in the legs and water retention…
Why Do We Crave Some Foods During Pregnancy?
Pregnancies for me have been a tough time. With heightened morning sickness my appetite had reduced a lot and I had started to hate the smell of most foods. But on the other hand there were certain foods that I craved a lot. It was bizarre because not only did I have food cravings but they were so specific that…
This Mother Has A Message For New Parents On World Breastfeeding Week
As Sruti and actor husband Nakkhul became parents to a baby girl, one year back, Sruti shared a heartfelt note on her social media with new parents about her journey as a breastfeeding mother to mark World Breastfeeding Week. "It’s been one year since Akira was born and it’s also been a year where Nakul & I were also born…
Ten phrases you should never say to your kids.
Parents can be the biggest cheerleaders as well as harshest critics of their children. In our defense I can say that all we want is to raise our kids in the appropriate way and sometimes we may take methods which are borderline abusive towards our kids. Healthy communication is the most important aspect of right parenting and it should not…
Baby-Led Weaning: Guidance From A Doctor
Starting solids for an infant who has always known breast milk or formula fees is an overwhelming and emotional journey for parents, especially mothers. It is a very important milestone for the child, for now this six month old infant, who has been dependent on one type of food since its birth is now going to be exposed to what…
Here is how you can ace non-violent parenting
The adults running the world, hurrying through their lives, basking in all the glories of their accomplishments are in reality living a myth. Their strings are pulled by their tiny human beings. The little beings who in all their might may test our patience and are completely capable of driving us crazy with our parenting. Adults have control in their actions…
Chennai Schools’ #MeToo Movement Demands Better Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy
In what can be called as a student’s #metoo movement, a number of Chennai schools came under the radar recently after students from a leading school complained of sexual harassment. Soon many students from across various schools in Chennai have come forward with allegations of sexual harassment at the hands of the staff. What began as a call out on…
The ‘Saas-Bahu’ Relationship Does Not Have To Be Toxic
In our lives, there are some relationships that we are born into and then there are some that we choose over time. We spend almost the first half of our lives with the relationships we are born into. Our sensibilities, thinking, lifestyle, manners are shaped by and amongst them. Once we grow up, we step out of our cocoon, explore…
How to help your teenager handle a heartbreak?
I am a mother to a toddler girl. And ever since she came into my life I have been dwindling every day between the thoughts of whether to keep her safe, protected from any mishaps of life or to let her explore, let her get hurt, and learn to pick herself up. God only knows, how will I calm myself…
How to Deal When Your Adopted Child Wants to Meet Her Birth Parents
Adoption is a lifelong journey that brings in many emotions, challenges, and precious moments along the way. Along with the joy of adding a child to your family and becoming a parent, it may also bring many complications while raising them. All adoptive parents struggle to balance the varying emotions of their children, especially when their children wish to contact…