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August 27, 2024August 27, 2024 by midwifesally

YOU CAN LOOK PREGNANT BUT NOT PREGNANT – FALSE PREGNANCY

Have you heard many stories of women who say they have been pregnant for years and so on… If yes let’s have this explanation

First of all the most reliable confirmation that you are pregnant is when a heart beat is seen during a scan. There is another method not popularly used

There are so many reasons you could feel or look pregnant but in reality you are not.

Certain health conditions and hormonal imbalance can make you feel tired, sick, nauseated etc. You need to check and confirm pregnancy before concluding it pregnancy.

Also you can have a big abdomen due to abdominal fat, fluid, gas, mass etc

Never conclude you are pregnant because of how you feel or just because you missed a period.

Though some may be harmless some conditions can also need immediate intervention to prevent further complications

And yes I have also heard of stories where women were told they were not pregnant but found out they were actually pregnant later. If you find your self in this situation, seek a second opinion from another facility. Don’t stay home!

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August 26, 2024August 26, 2024 by midwifesally

WHEN WOMEN BECOME VULNERABLE!!

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Moments when I love midwifery practice; when a new baby is born and when I find myself in the centre of issues that affect women .

The worst moments when men who are seen as the family heads and also decision makers take decisions that are detrimental to the well being of their partners.

Calling for the discharge of women who are pregnant and sick against medical advise. These vulnerable , sick and poor women will give in because they actually have to depend on them for everything therefore if the decision will even cause harm to them, they have no say.

Most of these cases come back to our facilities worse of and even causes death for some women. Some men will even pretend to be sending the women to close facilities and keep this vulnerable women at home.

The question I ask myself is it greed, poverty, selfishness, illiteracy or what can make some men so insensitive to the plight of women.

We need change! The life of every woman counts. Men get involved in maternal health , understand our issues and help reduce the needless deaths.

How can a husband or partner keep a woman he loves at home when she is suffering from severe preeclampsia and has been referred to a higher facility. If this woman dies who will be blamed?

We still have a long way to go. Remembering how I helped save a young woman who was very sick and partner wanted to take her to the northern part of the country .After a long and tough deliberation he changed his mind and the life of this young lady was saved.

She could have had serious complications on her way since they were not going with ambulance or any health personnel.

Well after that incidence, similar incidence kept repeating it self and I kept asking my self when will all these end?

When will society place value on the health of women? When will women be empowered enough to take decisions that affect their own reproductive health? Hoping for better days ahead.

Let’s empower our women both economically and psychologically. Yes it’s possible end Maternal deaths.

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August 21, 2024October 11, 2024 by midwifesally

EXTERNAL CEPHALIC VERSION

Usually done for clients with breech presentation so baby can turn into the right position for vaginal delivery

It needs highly skilled person to perform procedure

It’s also done under strict monitoring and observation as seen in the video.

It’s sad that in some of our rural communities, women go to untrained persons when they are told they have breech presentations.

They do this procedure without any monitoring device.

Clients end up having complications like placenta Abruptio, shock and subsequently death.

If diagnosed with breech, ask your doctor or midwife the position and exercise you can do to help the baby turn into the right position.

Avoid dangerous procedures that can lead to serious complications

Also cooperate with your doctor when it comes to your mode of delivery

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August 12, 2024August 13, 2024 by midwifesally

IS IT NORMAL TO ALWAYS FEEL HUNGRY DURING PREGNANCY?

Yes during pregnancy its normal to feel hungry within very short intervals

You should not wait to get hungry before eating

Your tummy should never be empty

When you get hungry, nausea also increases and you become very uncomfortable.

Always eat on time and take fruits, vegetables and small chops in between your meals to stay healthy.

Speak to your midwife or doctor if you have issues with your nutrition.

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OBSTETRIC EMERGENCIES CAN’T WAIT: SEEK HELP IMMEDIATELY

Sally, my waters broke, but I called my midwife and she says she will be available next week. Can I wait?

I am bleeding, but I want to wait till it’s morning before I report?

When it comes to pregnancy, always remember every minute counts!

The more you delay, the more complications you expose yourself to

It’s important to choose a facility that’s available in case there is an emergency!

If they are not available, you don’t have to wait!!

Move to the next facility that is emergency ready!!!

It may cost you your life or that of your baby

If you feel something is just not going right, seek help from a doctor or midwife immediately!

Remember it’s your life!

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MY ABDOMEN IS NOT AS BIG AS I EXPECT- 1ST PREGNANCY

This is because it is your first pregnancy and the abdominal muscles are still tight.

It hasn’t been stretched before. It will not look as big as a mum who has delivered before.

So you don’t have to worry or compare your abdomen to another person’s pregnancy

In second or third pregnancies because the abdominal muscle has been stretched before there is already some amount of laxity in the abdominal muscles and so it can grow bigger than that of a first time mum

Also remember other things like fluid, fat or any mass can make the abdomen look bigger.

So you don’t really need a big abdomen to feel all is going well.

Your doctor or midwife will also be checking on your fundal height as well as your scan. This will give your doctor insight on the well being of the baby. If he has not complained that you have intrauterine growth restriction, you should be at ease and enjoy your healthy pregnancy!

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WHAT CAN I ADD TO TURKEY BERRY TO GET MORE IRON?

Turkey berry is widely known for its benefit of helping to boost your hemoglobin level due to its rich source of iron.

You can take it as a juice, add to salads or soups etc

To get the iron absorbed by your body, it’s advisable to add orange juice or tangerine juice. This is rich in vitamin C and helps in the absorption of the iron. Other fruits rich in vitamin c can also be used.

Eat turkey berry in moderation and make sure you prepare it under hygienic conditions.

Ask your doctor or midwife if its ok for you to consume

A nutritionist should also teach you how much is enough so you can be safe.

And yes let me add that many women have testified about how it improved their Haemoglobin level.

Also remember it’s not compulsory to take this as different things work for different people.

Continue taking your medications and eating nutritious meals for the best results.

How did you improve your Haemoglobin level during pregnancy?

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