Women

We women want: Women and the Law

19 Aug 2023 09:37 AM IST

There have been a lot of progressive judgments this year, how has the women fared in the court of law, what are the laws that each and every woman should be aware of, which work in their favour. Our guests are Payal Chawla, the founder of Just Contract Us; Talish

Tips to keep the hair and scalp of your baby healthy

19 Aug 2023 09:36 AM IST

Parents primarily focus on the skin and dietary needs of children. While both of these are truly essential for a baby’s healthy development, maintaining appropriate hair care practices are just as important. A dry, flaky scalp with unclean, knotted hair is common in young children, especially during seasonal changes. What

Baby nutrition: When to start solids

19 Aug 2023 09:33 AM IST

As babies grow, their nutritional requirements also grow. Rapid growth for 6 months old babies and older requires more energy and nutrients than what alone milk can provide. It’s best to add solids along with milk to your child’s diet. What to start with – well at the start the

The Rise Of Transactional Pregnancy And Motherhood

19 Aug 2023 09:33 AM IST

The recent public apology of soccer star Neymar to his girlfriend Biancardi, for cheating while she is pregnant with his child, leaves us wondering what if the tables were turned around and Biancardi had cheated with Neymar’s son in her womb, would he accept the apology? Also since time immemorial

We women want: A Dating app trend

12 Aug 2023 08:53 AM IST

Dating apps are helping youngsters find partners, not just for marriage but for various purposes such as dating, long-term relationships, stand-ins, or casual gatherings. Experts like Shalini Singh, Shraddha Malik, and Manvi Taneja provide insights on this trend. Excerpts: Q. Shraddha, you have dealt a lot with relationships and of

PCOD: Management and Control

12 Aug 2023 08:51 AM IST

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (pcos) affect one in every five women: a hormonal disorder, which causes enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges. According to a study conducted by the department of endocrinology and metabolism (AIIMS), about 20-25 percent of indian women of childbearing age are suffering from pcos.

Five things to know about your gynae health – Myths and Facts

12 Aug 2023 08:48 AM IST

Myth 1: I don’t need to visit a gynaecologist till I’m pregnant or have a problem. I’m in the pink of health and get my basic annual health checks every year. False: even if you get your health checks and blood work done every year you need a gynecological evaluation

Women at the Workplace: Understanding the High Rates of Job Switching Among Women Managers

12 Aug 2023 08:44 AM IST

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of women professionals taking up leadership roles in various industries. Enough has been said about gender equality at the workplace with an aim to achieve broadly equal opportunities and outcomes for women and men. However, despite their increasing representation, women managers

Asiya Jan’s Beekeeping Revolution in Pulwama – Empowering Village Women

09 Aug 2023 12:30 PM IST

Asiya Jan, 25, is from Gangoo village in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. Immediately following her secondary school graduation, she became motivated to pursue financial independence. Asiya set out on a less-traveled path with the unwavering goal of achieving financial independence for herself and the other women in her village. Soon,

We Women Want: Gender Defined Nurturing Roles

05 Aug 2023 09:23 AM IST

Q. Dr. Farah, the role of a woman as a nurturer, how do you see it? A. These are typical stereotyped expectations, moral or emotional from a woman, but playing this role is at times very taxing for a woman, especially when she has decided to work, become independent, that

Postpartum breast care for new mothers

05 Aug 2023 09:22 AM IST

Breast care is an important aspect of postpartum recovery for new mothers. After delivery, a woman’s breasts may become swollen, sore, or engorged as they begin to produce milk for the baby. Here are some tips for taking care of your breasts after delivery: • Wear a well-fitted bra: It

The Need for Improvement in Health Literacy around Breast Feeding for better child health

05 Aug 2023 09:19 AM IST

Health Literacy around Breast Feeding needs to improve for better child health: Breastfeeding stands as a potent elixir in a world filled with both the limitless beauty and perplexing hardships of parenthood. Although breastfeeding is a timeless practice with myriad benefits for the vulnerable souls of both mother and child,