Infant

Underweight, premature infant birth has another reason – Pollution

The researchers noted if the pregnant mother was exposed to pollution, it could further lead to high risk for vision and hearing problems, learning problems and even death.

Jul 28, 2017, 16:21 PM IST

5-month-old aborted baby, who was declared 'dead' by Delhi doctors, found alive later

The incident came to the light on Sunday morning when a 28-year-old woman, in her fifth month of pregnancy, underwent an emergency operation after she was brought to the hospital bleeding heavily.

Jun 18, 2017, 23:31 PM IST

US woman delivers 'Big Baby', gives birth to 13-pound girl through C-section

The mother gave birth to baby girl weighing an unbelievable 13 pounds, which came as a clear surprise for her and others.

Jun 08, 2017, 14:07 PM IST

Mothers take note! Babies sleep better in their own room

Sudden infant death syndrome is the sudden unexplained death of a child less than one year of age.

Jun 06, 2017, 22:17 PM IST

Parents seeks help to raise Rs 25 lakh for infant with rare liver disorder

The infant was diagnosed with Glycogen Storage disease, which prevented his growth.

May 26, 2017, 23:48 PM IST

Baby undergoes surgery after rats bit her 100 times, parents arrested

The teenage parents, 19-year-old Erica Shyrock and and 18-year-old Charles Elliott, who were taken into police custody, have been charged with endangering the welfare of the minor.

May 18, 2017, 09:30 AM IST

Doctors at Chennai's Kauvery Hospital remove huge tumour from infant's spine

A five-day old infant recently underwent a risky surgery at Chennai's Kauvery Hospital to remove a 15 cm by 18 cm tumour located on the back of her spine.

Apr 11, 2017, 10:20 AM IST

Woman gives birth to baby girl with heart beating outside her body

The infant's family members and health officials said today that the infant's heart is on her chest and she was born last night at Phutkibari village.

Mar 02, 2017, 19:09 PM IST

Giving birth by C-section or vaginal birth – Which is better for the mother and baby?

A C-section, although relatively safe, should be considered only when the health of either the mother or baby is at risk from vaginal delivery.

Feb 23, 2017, 13:05 PM IST

Ward boy breaks 3-day-old baby's leg because he was annoyed with incessant crying

A ward boy at a private hospital allegedly broke one of the legs of a three-day-old infant as he was annoyed with the baby crying incessantly.

Feb 07, 2017, 18:33 PM IST

Consuming mulethi during pregnancy may harm infant's brain, says study

In the study, youths that were exposed to large amounts of liquorice in the womb performed less well than others in cognitive reasoning tests carried out by a psychologist.

Feb 05, 2017, 00:11 AM IST

Anti-depressants could take a toll on your newborn&#039;s health

As per a recent survey, consuming anti-depressants during pregnancy can raise the chances of birth defects in your newborn.

Jan 19, 2017, 22:20 PM IST

Anti-depressants could take a toll on your newborn's health

The risk is high enough to merit caution in their use, especially since, in most cases, they are only marginally effective, the study says.

Jan 19, 2017, 17:41 PM IST

Three-parent IVF technique allows infertile couple to embrace parenthood

The successful birth which has taken place in Ukraine, gives hope to millions of infertile and childless couples around the globe.

Jan 18, 2017, 21:01 PM IST

Preterm babies may develop early language skills

A study showed that preterm infants developed a robust early link between language and cognition

Jan 08, 2017, 14:22 PM IST

SHOCKING! Two-year-old shoots one-year-old sibling in the face inside parked car

Baton Rouge police say a 2-year-old shot a 1-year-old sibling in the face inside a parked car in north Baton Rouge, leaving the infant in serious condition.

Nov 16, 2016, 14:23 PM IST

Rare liver surgery carried out on infant

The Liver Transplant team at the hospital at Jubilee Hills here led by Dr Manish C Varma, Chief Transplant Surgeon performed the critical surgery on the baby boy, who was suffering from Biliary atresia.

Nov 05, 2016, 00:18 AM IST

Partial steroid treatment can benefit preterm infants: Study suggests

Steroids improve survival andreduce the chances of certain birth defects for extremely premature infants, even if the treatment course is not finished before delivery, suggest a recent research.

Oct 11, 2016, 20:44 PM IST

How depression is linked to diabetes during pregnancy

Depression in early pregnancy more than doubles the risk of gestational diabetes, which, in turn, increases risk of postpartum depression six weeks after giving birth, says a study.

Sep 20, 2016, 23:09 PM IST