PCOS, Fertility and Mental Health Care for Women - Cicle Health

Mothers are advised to breastfeed their newborn for 6 months or longer, this is because breast milk contains all the right nutrients that will help in the development of the child. The first few days after delivery, your breasts produce a thick yellowish fluid called colostrum. Colostrum is low in sugar and high in protein. The nutrients in colostrum can't be replaced with baby formulas. Colostrum which is also called first milk helps the baby's digestive system develop. Breast milk caters to the child's needs at every stage. Below are some benefits of breastfeeding . Benefits Of Breastfeeding Breast milk contains antibodies Aside from its nutritional value, breast milk contains antibodies that help the child fight off bacteria and viruses. Remember that the child's system is still developing, so it will be easy for them to fall sick. Colostrum provides a high amount of immunoglobulin which gives immunity to the child. Studies have shown that babies who were not breast...

Navya is a single mother of a beautiful girl. Today,  She shares her story of how she overcame Prenatal depression . The Beauty of Motherhood "I got pregnant at age 18 while I was studying at the university. When I saw the two pink lines, I immediately felt terrified. I was too young to be a mother. I was confused about what next to do. Telling my family was out of the option because my mum would have my head. I didn't know these thoughts would fester into something serious. Throughout the first trimester, I felt guilty. I thought of how I'd embarrassed my parents and how they might never forgive me. As time went by, pressure piled up and I started to get depressed and anxious. I didn't have enough money for antenatal and I still had not told my parents. I kept worrying about the condition the baby would be brought into. Everything made me sad and it became difficult to navigate through the day. In the sixth month, I started having suicidal thoughts. I kept thinking t...

Cicle is a women's health and fitness app , aimed to support and provide information to women at every stage of their lives. Cicle helps track your period, and your day of ovulation and tells you the days in which you are fertile—to help you conceive. You can also set up an appointment with our best-in-class doctors for all of your health concerns—confidentiality is assured. Aside from providing women with health information, cicle also provides a platform for women to talk about their health concerns without the fear of prejudice—anoynymity is guaranteed. Let's look at six reasons why you should download our app USER FRIENDLY Cicle app is easy to access and navigate. The app is completely reliable and efficient. Having our app on your portable device means that it’s easy to access detailed information about issues on Women's health. CICLE Health App MEDICAL CONSULTATION You can book an appointment with a medical expert to discuss your health issues or concerns just by the...

Pihu was diagnosed with Bipolar at age 18 after battling depression for more than half of her lifetime. She self-harmed a lot as a high school student and was sent to the school’s counselor countless times by the school authority. “My mental health has always been a mess. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 18 and have spent most of my childhood in and out of therapy. My school’s counselor kept on insisting that I was acting out”. Not knowing her diagnosis, and being on a rollercoaster of emotions, she got into drugs to help her. Unfortunately for her, she overdosed and almost lost her life. The Silver Lining “August last year, I woke up in a hospital and was told that I had been in a medically induced coma because of the damage heroin did to my organs. After I was discharged, I decided to look for a way out. At that point, I realized I really didn’t want to die and my self-harming was just me crying for help. Pihu sought therapy. With the help of her therapist, she could pin...

  Symptoms of bulimia nervosa begin in late adolescence or early adulthood. Typically, you binge and purge covertly. Purging makes you feel relieved whereas bingeing makes you feel embarrassed and ashamed. Bulimics frequently weigh within the acceptable range for their age and height, but they could be quite unhappy with their bodies, fear gaining weight, and wish to lose it. Signs and symptoms of bulimia can include: Being obsessed with one's weight and body type Trying to throw up after eating Anxiety calorie restriction, fasting, or avoiding particular foods in between binge Unable to control eating habits bulimia nervosa Causes There is no known cause for Bulimia . Bulimia may arise for a couple of reasons including : ancestry and family history biology A painful experience from the past social factors cultural influences Numerous dangerous and even life-threatening problems from bulimia can occur. Potential issues include: issues with relationships and social functioning as ...

I lost my son to cancer two years ago, and it has been the most difficult moment of my life. He battled with lung cancer for some time before he died, and caring for him really truncated my mental health . I refused to employ a nurse to help with taking care of him. I did everything myself up until his last days. I just couldn't leave my son, so when the thought of quitting my job came, I didn't even bother to rationalize it. I sent my resignation letter and stayed with my son, hoping he'd get better. He Lives in My Memories The rest of my family spent his last days saying their goodbyes, but I refused to give up on him, I kept researching on treatments and drugs, praying and looking for a way out. I just couldn't let him go. So, as you can guess, I was devastated when he died. It felt like I was stuck in a very dark tunnel. I didn't attend his funeral because I couldn't stand to watch them lower the body of my beloved son into the ground. So, I started drinking...

Infertility is not getting pregnant despite having carefully timed unprotected sex for at least one year. Infertility may also refer to a person having issues staying pregnant i.e miscarriages or stillbirths. It is estimated that 1 in 10 women between the ages of 15 and 44 have trouble conceiving. Research has shown that in about one-third of couples that struggle with infertility, the issue is with the woman. In another third, the man is the one responsible for infertility. In the last third, the reason for infertility is unknown. Yes, you read right. Infertility can come from either the male or female—or even both. The causes of infertility depend on who is infertile. Infertility CAUSES OF INFERTILITY IN FEMALES . For a woman to conceive, an egg must be released from one of the ovaries. After it is released, a sperm must join the egg so as to fertilize it. The eggs then travel to the uterus.  When it does, the embryo (fertilized egg) attaches itself to the uterine wall. During t...

Dipika Varanasi was in class IX when she learnt the newest member in her family had arrived. When she was just past the age of playing with toys, she got a real, walking-talking doll. At age 37 today, Dipika is thrilled with this gift she received 22 years ago. While her brother, a scientist settled in California and the eldest sibling, is two years her senior, her younger sister Vagessha Khanna is a budding psychologist studying in Texas, US, 15 years her junior. Having completed her study in Mumbai which included B.Com and Law and then CS, Dipika is currently married and resides in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with her husband Ajit and six-year-old son Shreyas. Contrary to most people who believe siblings should be closer to each other in age and that a larger gap could be difficult or uncomfortable, Dipika feels as long as love, care and a keen interest in matters pertaining to each other is present, it is natural for siblings to be interested in each other’s activities, hobbies and general ...

Are you worried to have been diagnosed with   Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ? This hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with cysts on the outer edges may not have an immediate remedy, but it can surely be addressed with medication, lifestyle changes, and positivity. There are a variety of factors including genetic and environmental aspects that lead to this condition in women of reproductive age. PCOS Women across the world with  PCOS  have had excessive hair growth, irregular menstrual cycle, unexplained weight gain, and skin problems like acne. Post-detection of PCOS, the aim is to treat the condition by adopting changes in lifestyle and habits, so as to get the menstrual cycle regular. There are treatments to regularise periods, medication to prevent diabetes as well as fight infertility. But, first and foremost, is the realization that immediate steps need to be taken to tackle the condition before you are prepared to work towards reversing it. Here are a few pointe...