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akti — Postpartum Care for India

The things nobody tells new mothers. Evidence-based, in plain language, built for the Indian context — physical recovery, mental health, family support, and beyond.

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The Fourth Trimester

What happens after you leave the hospital — a complete guide

Physical recovery, emotional changes, feeding, sleep, and what to expect week by week after birth.

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Musculoskeletal Health

Pubic symphysis dysfunction in pregnancy and postpartum

A painful, underdiagnosed condition. What it is, why it happens, and what actually helps.

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Infant Sleep

Teething and sleep disruption in infants — what the evidence says

Why teething affects sleep and what actually helps, separated clearly from the myths.

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