I wish to share a testimony on how you saved me last Friday about a post you shared on Facebook

I read a post you shared on Facebook last Friday about the causes of maternal death in Ghana and the one that strike me was *delay to health facilities*

So my story….

Before reading your post, my water broke on Friday at 3:45am

My husband was concerned and asked me to go the hospital immediately but I said I will wait and see how labor progressed

I kept busying myself during the day and even prepared light soup for fufu koraa before going

My husband kept calling to ask if I had left but said no severally. He had to report me to my mother in-law

It still took about an hour to decide to go to the hospital after reporting me. While waiting for my cassava to boil I saw your post on Facebook and it strike me to start heading to the hospital

I reported to the hospital at 2pm

I was checked in n had dilated 2cm.

As at 10am on Saturday, contractions had not begun and I was induced. 1 hour into induction, pain was unbearable but with shorter contractions

Fetal heart rate was checked and there were several readings of fetal distress

An immediate C-section was done and baby was removed safely but with a complete knotted umbilical cord (meaning he was gradually been deprived of oxygen and nutrients)

When this happens blood supply to the baby is cut off. It leads to oxygen deprivation and subsequently fetal death.

Imagine if I had stayed longer waiting for contractions before coming…..my story would have been different

I never miss reading them

God bless you for your time and knowledge sharing

Its your ministry, may the Lord help you to grow with it. AMEN

SALLY- ALL GLORY TO GOD!

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My bundle of Joy arrived yesterday at 3.0kg
The night before yesterday I couldn’t sleep,
The contractions were continuous with severe abdominal pains
Since I was just 36 and somedays , I thought it was false labor
Fast forward yesterday morning, I vomited everything I ate nd was very weak, I called my Doctor nd he asked me to rush to the hospital which I did.

I had already dilated 2cm but since I opted for elective CS , I was rushed to the theatre nd within 10-15 minutes… I heard her first cry
A beautiful fair Angel was smiling at me like she’s met me before 😊😊
Thanks to all the beautiful patient midwives on this platform and Congratulations in advance to all expectants
May God is through ❤️❤️❤️
I love you all 💕💕💕💕💕…..

Sally.. Just want to take the opportunity to encourage everyone out there if you have been booked for caesarian section and labor sets in before the scheduled date. Kindly call your doctor immediately. It may be fatal if you have a condition that will not permit vaginal delivery. Example a big baby, first time mum with breech, previous c/s with short interval

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Yes , men are allowed to enter the labor room and support their wives or partners during birth

But then ,this also depends on the environment. The hospital or birth centre must provide privacy so it does not make other women feel uncomfortable.

Partner support during birth is so helpful as it helps the woman to feel confident and supported. It also provides a safe environment where she feels heard and safe.

The husband or partner’s involvement also helps him to feel involved in the birth process. It also allows the family to bond.

Many men who experience the birth process talk about how it has changed their perception towards birth. They get to understand what women go through which makes them understand them better. They are able to offer better support

Some birth classes teach men how they can support their partners during the labor. They are also thought how they can cope with the stress of labor

If you want your partner to be present at birth ask about the hospital protocols, privacy and how you can both be prepared for that amazing moment

Let me add that women who are supported through pregnancy and labor by their partners have better outcomes than women who are not supported

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EDD: 16th August 2024

God’s date: 20th July, 2024

I first of all want to thank God for his goodness and mercies. His name forever be praised. Amen. Then to our midwives God richly bless you.

My journey wasn’t very smooth, in the very first month I had a threatened miscarriage. It was scary as I had already miscarried my first pregnancy but God saw me through it. After this was a terrible morning sickness which lasted up to the 12 week. Then everything became normal.

In my 20th week I woke up one fine morning and started experiencing lower abdominal pains. The pain was becoming unbearable so I checked in at hospital and it was pre-term labor eii!, where from this one too? I was admitted and treated. Again everything became normal until my 35th week where I couldn’t feel my baby’s movement well, immediately I went to the hospital but didn’t meet my gynae. A different doctor attended to me and said everything was fine but from the look on his face all was not well. The following week I went to see my gynae, he did an ECG scan and the result was bad. Baby was in distress. The placenta was not in good condition to send oxygen and blood to the baby hence an emergency c/s had to be done to save baby.

I was devastated upon hearing this, I shed tears for a short while then I remembered all the teachings and testimonies I have heard on this class page. I gathered the courage and told the doctor I was ready.

I was immediately prepared for the theatre and in less than 5 minutes my miracle baby boy was out crying loud and looking healthy. Praise God.

A very big thank you to midwife Sally, midwife Eunice and Midwife Munira. Remember don’t leave your pregnancy to chance. Always cooperate with your doctor/midwife.

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After 9 months of pregnancy one important thing is to consider carefully the hospital you choose to deliver your baby.

You can do all that need to do but if the hospital you choose lacks the basic things they need to have, or lack the positive attitude, your outcome may not be what you expect.

Here are a few things to consider

• How close it is to your home
• The cost of their service
• Good referral system in case of an emergency
• Blood bank
• Theatre for emergency procedures
• Highly skilled doctors and midwives
• Good environment
• Nicu services in case baby is preterm
• Availability of ambulance for emergency
• Compassionate staffs

Even if your hospital lacks some of the things mentioned above, its important that they can easily refer you to the next facility with ease. Example if you are from a hospital without theatre, there must be an option to one easily if the need arises

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One main concern women have during labor is vaginal examination. Some have asked whether something else can be done to substitute vaginal examination during labor.

It’s one of the procedures that just can’t be avoided once you are In labor as it’s significance can’t be underestimated. It can be done using a speculum or the fingers, sometimes both. There are key roles it plays. Vagina examination allows your midwife or doctor to check the following

🔴Vulva and vagina to make sure it’s can allow vaginal delivery. No sores, rashes, female circumcision etc

🔴Cervix-It’s dilation

🔴Membranes- Whether it’s intact or not

🔴Liquor- If the water around baby is clear r meconium stained

🔴Presenting part- Which part of the baby is coming first

🔴Pelvis- Whether it’s adequate or not

It is an uncomfortable procedure and can be a little painful. Your doctor or midwife will prepare you by informing, seeking your consent and reassuring you before its done

Its done usually after an abdominal examination. It is not done except it is really needed as frequent vaginal examination can result in infection if care is not taken. It is done under sterile conditions. During labor it is usually done every 4 hours and more frequently when it is very necessary.

Your midwife will communicate all finding to you after the procedure. Cooperate with your doctor or midwife for the best outcomes.

In some cases vaginal examination may be contraindicated. Example. Complete placenta previa previa.

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CERVICAL DILATION

Your cervix which is known as the mouth /opening of the uterus during pregnancy is closed. When labor sets in it will begin to dilate

Your cervix should be fully dilated before you push out your baby. Pushing through an undilated cervix can cause cervical tears.

Always cooperate with your midwife. Push when she has confirmed that the cervix is fully opened.

Having severe pains does not mean that cervix is fully dilated. Let your midwife confirm first!. Unless baby comes out spontaneously don’t be in a rush to push without it being confirmed.

And remember cervix is dilated when you are 10 cm full. Its a gradual process that can last between 8 to 18 hours. Its shorter for mums who have given birth before.

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