For many of us we know a condom is used to prevent unwanted pregnancies and also prevent sexually-transmitted diseases.In obstetrics…
PROTECTING BABIES FROM MALARIA
Yes, babies can get malaria from birth ( congenital malaria)If you don't protect your baby, baby can still get malaria…
AFTER BIRTH IT’S NOT OVER
Often than not once your baby is born you feel so relieved that you may forget to continue taking care…
7 TIPS ON HOW TO PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR YOUR NEW BABY
New born babies are adorable!They bring warmth to our homesWe make changes in our lives styles, homes etc when we…
11 FOODS TO AVOID DURING PREGNANCY
During pregnancy nutrition forms a vital part of the journey. Eating the right kind of food will go a long…
OLIGOHYDRAMINOUS – REDUCED AMNIOTIC FLUID AROUND BABY
#MyBirthStory from @OffebsI had a pretty much easy pregnancy from day one apart from poor appetiteEverything was going on smoothly…
HOW CAN I SUPPORT MY PREGNANT WIFE/PARTNER?
Though pregnancy is carried by the woman the support of her partner will definitely play a key role in the…
PERINEAL TEARS DURING LABOR
The perineum refers to the area between the vagina opening and the anus During birth pressure from the baby's head…
DISCOMFORT IN LATE PREGNANCY!
You have carried your pregnancy for several months and now you are almost through but anxiety increases and you feel…
YOUR BUMP… ABDOMINAL EXAMINATION DURING PREGNANCY
Have you wondered what the midwife might be looking for especially when she is examining your bumb? Let me make…
Midwife Sally, God richly bless you for the good work you are doing
I am carrying my second pregnancy and just want to tell you my experience here (Name withheld) when I was…
WHEN THE WATER AROUND BABY TURNS GREENISH- MECONIUM STAINED LIQUOR
Midwife Sally what causes the water around a baby to become greenish and why do midwives/doctors consider it as an…
VAGINAL EXAMINATION DURING LABOR
One main concern women have during labor is vaginal examination. Some have asked whether something else can be done to…
PINK / YELLOW AND BLUE BABY AT BIRTH. WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
PINK- The color of your new born baby at birth should be pinkIt shows that baby has enough supply of…
THE SECOND STAGE OF LABOR
The second stage of labor starts when the cervix is fully dilated. In the fist stage of labor the cervix…
THE MAGICAL ORGAN (PLACENTA). YOUR PREGNANCY SHOULD NOT GO BEYOUND 42 WEEKS
🔴Have you ever wondered how you survived 9 months in your mums womb!🔴Thanks to this magical organ which forms when…
CHANGES THAT CAN OCCUR WHEN YOU ARE ALMOST DUE/ THIRD TRIMESTER
🔴Baby's head can put pressure on the bladder. You may urinate frequently🔴Back ache may be more. Massage, use a bed…
SEEKING A SECOND OPINION DURING PREGNANCY LABOR AND DELIVERY
🔴During conception there are times when a couple doubt certain information's given to them by their care providers.🔴A typical example…
HOW TO KEEP YOUR NEWBORN BABY HEALTHY AND STRONG
I find myself telling new mums how easy it can be to keep your newborn healthy and strong. With these…