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THE MEMBRANES AND AMNIOTIC FLUID

This is how your baby is beautifully wrapped in your womb like a giftšŸŽ

Let me add that these babies as you can see in the image are wrapped in the membranes which protects them.

The membrane contains amniotic fluid which surrounds and support your baby till they are born

The membrane should not break when you are not term or in labor. If this happens prematurely, your water will leak and it can cause infection or reduced amniotic fluid.

Your waters breaking is an emergency and never stay home if it happens. Report to the hospital immediately!

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BIRTH INJURIES

Mum 1.. Sally when we came home my I realized by baby could not lift one arm. My birth was difficult. Please educate mums about this.

Mum 2… My delivery was prolonged. By the time baby came out baby was blue and didn’t cry.That’s how it started

Mum 3… The baby was big and they kept pulling for a long time before baby came

One of the sad things that can occur after 9 months of pregnancy is for your baby to get an injury during the birth process.

Unfortunately birth injuries are common and occur due to different reasons. It can be in a mild form to permanent disability

Some forms include.. Bruising or forceps marks. …

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Caput succedaneum

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Cephalohematoma

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Facial paralysis

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Fractures

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Subconjunctival hemorrhage.

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Erbs Palsy

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Cerebral palsy

Some common causes

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Prolonged birth

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Big baby

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Pre maturity

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Baby not well positioned

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Sometimes skill gaps

It’s important to have a skilled birth during delivery.

Also plan your birth

Work together with your doctor and midwife and also listen to their recommendations.

Report early if you realize something is not going well with your baby.

Majority are reversible if treatment is commenced on time.

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WHY DO WE CLEAN BABIES IMMEDIATELY AFTER BIRTH?

The water/ liquor around the baby can cause a cooling effect on the baby and can cause hypothermia or low temperature.

This is not good for the baby, so when baby is born we clean the water or liquor on the baby’s skin immediately to help regulate the baby’s temperature

Cleaning the baby immediately after birth can also stimulate the baby to start breathing on its own

This can be done whilst baby is on the mums abdomen

Skin to skin contact helps to regulate the temperature of the baby and breastfeeding is also initiated.

This will also promote bonding for mum and baby as well.

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BELLY BUTTON PAIN/DISCOMFORT DURING PREGNANCY

Have you been in that situation where you feel your abdomen is going to burst, starting from the umbilical area especially when you are walking? Especially around the 3rd trimester

You may be wondering what’s happening. It’s usually caused by the expansion of the abdominal muscles making room for the growing uterus

It’s usually uncomfortable and may come with a little pain around the belly button

In most cases it’s harmless and discomfort goes away with some rest, gentle massage and slowimg down a little.

Occasionally if the pain is severe you need to be examined by a doctor to rule out umbilical hernia.

What has your experience been?

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WHEN SHOUD I DO MY FIRST SCAN

Once you realise you are pregnant, one of the things recommended is to do an early scan.

The best time is to do it around 6 to 8 weeks. Depending on your setting it may vary

This will help to rule out if the pregnancy is viable

There should be heart beat present

The baby should be in the womb , not outside the womb.(Ectopic Gestation)

An early scan also helps with determining your expected date of delivery

Dont wait for too long before doing your first
scan.

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A MUM ASK- WHAT IS CEPHALIC PRESENTATION?

The ideal position for your baby to be born is for the baby to assume the head down position. Very good position for vaginal birth

In the cephalic presentation, your baby is head down, chin tucked to chest, and baby facing their motherā€™s back.

During birth the babies head has the largest circumference and so once it comes out first the rest of the body easily follows

A scan will be done to confirm the babyā€™s presentation before your due date

Also Know there are other presentations like breech etc. Vaginal delivery may be possible with that depending on your circumstance and the skill of the birth team

Always cooperate with your health Team-for the best outcome.

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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR EPISIOTOMY TO HEAL?

Episiotomy is a cut given in the perineum when a woman has crowned during labor to make baby come out easily and also to prevent possible tears or complications. Itā€™s not a routine. Should only be done when itā€™s very necessary with a womanā€™s concern.

Healing will depend on the degree of tear and also the care given to the wound

With no infection or complications, it should heal fast. Some can heal within two weeks. Others can take a month to six weeks

If you realise itā€™s gapping, having offensive discharges, Stiches coming out, bleeding and too painful, you should report back for further examination

Remember the Stiches will be absorbed and should not ne coming out. Most episiotomies use the absorbable Stiches unless your doctor stated other wise

Also take your nutrition, Selfcare and Exercise serious to help heal faster.

Discuss your concerns with your doctor or midwife

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WHY AM I HAVING PAIN IN THE VAGINA OR PERINEUM IN MY THIRD TRIMESTER?

This is to some extent expected. The baby puts on most of its weight in the third trimester. This weight puts pressure on the perineum . It can be painful since itā€™s stretching and the nerves there are sensitive

To reduce the pain and discomfort you feel in your perineum, donā€™t assume one position for a long time. Change your position frequently. It helps a lot.

If the pain in the vagina or perineum is extreme, report to the hospital for further investigations .

Donā€™t leave your pregnancy to chance.

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CAN I BE MENSTRUATING WHILST PREGNANT?

When you get pregnant and it is confirmed, Menstruation ceases. Having light spotting or bleeding is not considered as menstruation.

Remember there are many reasons why you may bleed during pregnancy and that is not the same as menstruation.

Example , a miscarriage can cause bleeding, inplantional bleeding and also cause light spotting etc

In the second trimester bleeding can be due to placenta previa or abruptio etc

The point is once pregnancy is confirmed , any form of bleeding should be investigated. Donā€™t assume it is your menses

Early interventions can save your baby.

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ANOMALY SCAN- AN IMPORTANT SCAN DURING PREGNANCY

During pregnancy, itā€™s important that you take an anomaly scan. This is usually done around 18 to 22 weeks of pregnancy

Itā€™s purpose is to detect any abnormalities or deviation from normal

It checks the organs of the baby and if there is any abnormalities it can detect it

It helps the mum to know if there is any condition to be concerned about before the baby is born

In some instances some conditions detected may not be compactible with life. The mum is given the option to continue the pregnancy or not

But yes most babyā€™sdevelop as expected so donā€™t panic.

Ask your doctor or midwife about it

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