The NT scan at 11–14 weeks: what it checks and how to prepare
The window for the NT scan is short - 11 weeks to 13 weeks and 6 days. Here is what the scan measures, why timing matters, and what to do with the result.
Patient guides
Plain-language explanations of the scans, conditions and decisions that come up in pregnancy.
High blood pressure in pregnancy: the warning signs you should not wait on
Pre-eclampsia often starts quietly. Knowing who is at risk, and which symptoms need a same-day check, is the most useful thing you can take home.
Expecting twins? Why “do they share a placenta?” is the first question
Chorionicity - whether twins share a placenta - decides how often you need scans and what the team watches for. It is easiest to see before 14 weeks.
NIPT or NT scan: which test do you need, and can one replace the other?
NIPT is a blood test with a high detection rate for Down syndrome. The NT scan looks at the baby itself. Here is how they differ, and why most women benefit from the scan either way.
Pregnancy after 35: fertility, risks and how to plan a healthy pregnancy
More women in India are having babies in their mid-30s and 40s, and most have healthy pregnancies. Here is what changes with age and how careful planning helps.
Uterine fibroids: symptoms, when to treat, and the options available
Most fibroids cause no trouble and need no treatment. When they do cause heavy periods, pain or fertility problems, there are several options - from medicines to keyhole surgery.
Low amniotic fluid (oligohydramnios): causes, risks and treatment
Being told the fluid around the baby is low is worrying. What the AFI number means, why it happens, how the baby is checked, and when early delivery is considered.
Signs of labour: how to tell it has started and when to go to hospital
Is this labour, or not yet? How to recognise the real signs, time your contractions, and know when to head to the hospital - and when not to wait at all.
Exercise and yoga in pregnancy: what is safe in each trimester
Staying active is good for you and your baby. A practical guide to walking, yoga and strength exercises in pregnancy, with the poses to skip and the signs that mean stop.
Recurrent miscarriage: causes, tests and the path to a healthy pregnancy
Repeated pregnancy loss is painful and often unexplained, but most couples go on to have a baby. Here is what is worth testing, what is not, and how the next pregnancy is supported.
Thyroid in pregnancy: normal TSH levels and how treatment changes
Thyroid problems are common in Indian pregnancies and easy to monitor. What your TSH report means, why the dose changes, and simple rules for taking thyroxine correctly.
PCOS and pregnancy: how to plan, conceive and stay healthy
Many women with PCOS conceive naturally or with simple treatment. A step-by-step plan for preparing your body, tracking ovulation and lowering pregnancy risks.
Normal delivery after a caesarean (VBAC): is it possible for you?
A previous caesarean does not automatically mean another one. For many women a planned vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) is a safe, realistic option. Here is how the decision is made.
Bleeding in early pregnancy: common causes and when to worry
About one in four women have some bleeding in the first trimester, and many go on to have a healthy pregnancy. Here is how to tell what needs urgent attention.
Baby movements and kick counts: what is normal and when to call
Your baby’s movements are one of the clearest signs of wellbeing. Learn your baby’s pattern, how to count kicks, and why a change should never wait until morning.
The anomaly scan at 18–22 weeks: what it checks and what to expect
The anomaly scan is the most detailed look at your baby’s body during pregnancy. Here is what is examined, why the timing matters, and how to understand the report.
Gestational diabetes: target sugar levels and an Indian diet that works
A diagnosis of gestational diabetes is common in Indian women and very manageable. Here are the sugar targets, an everyday Indian meal plan, and the signs that treatment needs a step up.
Indian pregnancy diet chart: what to eat in each trimester
You do not need to eat for two - but you do need to eat well for two. A practical, vegetarian-friendly Indian diet plan for each trimester, with the supplements that matter.
Book a consultation
See Dr. Devang Patel at Divine Women's Hospital, Athena Avenue, Gota - Jagatpur, S.G. Highway. Send your reports on WhatsApp beforehand and they will be reviewed before your visit.