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Institutional Deliveries Up From 88.6% To 90.6% In 2023-24: NFHS-6
According to the NFHS-6 data for 2023-24, 95.9 per cent of pregnant women received antenatal care (ANC), while mothers receiving ANC in the first trimester increased from 70 per cent to 76.2 per cent.
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Doctor Explains How Mother's Colostrum Builds Immunity In Her Child
Colostrum acts as the baby's first natural vaccination, helping its body to learn how to deal with infections in a safer manner. The World Health Organization (WHO) also states that breastfeeding within the first hour after birth reduces the likeliho
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Breastfeeding Burnout Explained: Signs New Mothers Shouldn't Ignore
Breastfeeding burnout refers to emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion linked to the demands of breastfeeding and newborn care.
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What Is Janani App? Government's Digital Push For Mothers And Child Healthcare Explained
JANANI stands for Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care. The platform has been developed as an upgraded version of the existing reproductive and child healthcare tracking system.
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JANANI Platform Launched: Government Boosts Maternal And Child Healthcare
The government has launched JANANI (Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care), a QR-enabled digital healthcare platform to track maternal and child health services,
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Planning A Family? Here's How Much Prenatal Scans, Childbirth And Postnatal Care Will Cost You
Delivery is the most significant financial component of maternity care. Costs vary depending on the type of delivery, hospital infrastructure, and any complications that may arise.
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45 Degrees And Rising: The Hidden Toll Of Heat On Pregnancy And Newborn Health In India
India is no stranger to scorching records. In recent years, multiple regions have ranked among the hottest on the planet, and 2026 has already brought intense heatwaves.
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Newborn Found Buried Alive In Meghalaya, Rescued By School Children
According to sources, a group of schoolchildren noticed something unusual while passing through the area and discovered the newborn buried under the soil.
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Researchers Find Concerning Antibiotic Resistance Genes In Newborns Just Hours After Birth
The researchers presented data from 105 newborns admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit within the first 72 hours of life.
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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
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US Manager's Reaction To Indian Techie Seeking Flexible Work Hours For Newborn Goes Viral
The internet loved the fact that the manager appreciated the developer's situation, showing genuine care for her team.
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Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Provides Cashless Treatment To Over 2 Lakh Families In Punjab
The scheme ensures patients receive treatment without worrying about costs, covering services ranging from newborn care to major surgeries and long-term illnesses, said Health Minister Balbir Singh on Sunday.
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Delhi Government's ANMOL Scheme To Boost Newborn Healthcare, Improve Emergency Response
After the launch of the ANMOL scheme to provide screening tests for genetic and metabolic disorders in newborns, medical experts say the scheme will drive early detection and help critical cases reach hospitals within the golden hour'.
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India's Sustained Efforts Driving Sharp Decline In Child Mortality: UN Report
Over the last two decades, India has played a pivotal role in reducing child mortality in the South Asia region, which witnessed a 76 per cent decline in under-five deaths since 1990 and a 68 per cent drop since 2000.
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Gujarat's Sabarkantha Reports Improved Outcomes Under Maternal Nutrition Scheme
A district-level nutrition initiative in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district has reported improvements in maternal health and birth weights after a year of targeted support for underweight pregnant women.
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Institutional Deliveries Up From 88.6% To 90.6% In 2023-24: NFHS-6
According to the NFHS-6 data for 2023-24, 95.9 per cent of pregnant women received antenatal care (ANC), while mothers receiving ANC in the first trimester increased from 70 per cent to 76.2 per cent.
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Doctor Explains How Mother's Colostrum Builds Immunity In Her Child
Colostrum acts as the baby's first natural vaccination, helping its body to learn how to deal with infections in a safer manner. The World Health Organization (WHO) also states that breastfeeding within the first hour after birth reduces the likeliho
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Breastfeeding Burnout Explained: Signs New Mothers Shouldn't Ignore
Breastfeeding burnout refers to emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion linked to the demands of breastfeeding and newborn care.
-
What Is Janani App? Government's Digital Push For Mothers And Child Healthcare Explained
JANANI stands for Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care. The platform has been developed as an upgraded version of the existing reproductive and child healthcare tracking system.
-
JANANI Platform Launched: Government Boosts Maternal And Child Healthcare
The government has launched JANANI (Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care), a QR-enabled digital healthcare platform to track maternal and child health services,
-
Planning A Family? Here's How Much Prenatal Scans, Childbirth And Postnatal Care Will Cost You
Delivery is the most significant financial component of maternity care. Costs vary depending on the type of delivery, hospital infrastructure, and any complications that may arise.
-
45 Degrees And Rising: The Hidden Toll Of Heat On Pregnancy And Newborn Health In India
India is no stranger to scorching records. In recent years, multiple regions have ranked among the hottest on the planet, and 2026 has already brought intense heatwaves.
-
Newborn Found Buried Alive In Meghalaya, Rescued By School Children
According to sources, a group of schoolchildren noticed something unusual while passing through the area and discovered the newborn buried under the soil.
-
Researchers Find Concerning Antibiotic Resistance Genes In Newborns Just Hours After Birth
The researchers presented data from 105 newborns admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit within the first 72 hours of life.
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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
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US Manager's Reaction To Indian Techie Seeking Flexible Work Hours For Newborn Goes Viral
The internet loved the fact that the manager appreciated the developer's situation, showing genuine care for her team.
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Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Provides Cashless Treatment To Over 2 Lakh Families In Punjab
The scheme ensures patients receive treatment without worrying about costs, covering services ranging from newborn care to major surgeries and long-term illnesses, said Health Minister Balbir Singh on Sunday.
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Delhi Government's ANMOL Scheme To Boost Newborn Healthcare, Improve Emergency Response
After the launch of the ANMOL scheme to provide screening tests for genetic and metabolic disorders in newborns, medical experts say the scheme will drive early detection and help critical cases reach hospitals within the golden hour'.
-
India's Sustained Efforts Driving Sharp Decline In Child Mortality: UN Report
Over the last two decades, India has played a pivotal role in reducing child mortality in the South Asia region, which witnessed a 76 per cent decline in under-five deaths since 1990 and a 68 per cent drop since 2000.
-
Gujarat's Sabarkantha Reports Improved Outcomes Under Maternal Nutrition Scheme
A district-level nutrition initiative in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district has reported improvements in maternal health and birth weights after a year of targeted support for underweight pregnant women.
