Q: Good day Doctor, please I have three questions: (1) I had an operation in 2006 vertical cut and now I am pregnant. Will I be able to push the baby freely without C-section? (2) I weighed 84.5kg at 32weeks. I want to know if the weight increase is as a result of a big baby and is there any risk? (3) What kind of diet or food should I take to avoid the baby getting big?
A: Hi ya, thanks for writing in. Can you have a a vaginal delivery after a C-section? Yes, you can. It’s called VBAC. Virginal Birth After C-section. However, your doctor will need to assess your specific medical history to take the best decision for you.
For more on this, please click on this link: https://chatwithdrketch.com/2014/11/06/daily-health-tips-how-soon-after-a-c-section-can-i-try-for-a-new-baby/
Is your weight gain due to your pregnancy? Well, if you’re pregnant for one baby, weight gain in pregnancy is within the range of 8 to 16kg. If it’s multiple pregnancy, then the range is higher, of course. However, I cannot comment on your weight because I will need to know your weight before pregnancy and of course, your height. Be sure to discuss this with your doctor the next time you go to the hospital. He will be in the best position to know whether you’re overweight or not.
For more on weight gain during pregnancy, please click on these links:
Daily Health Tips: Help! I’m Pregnant And My Doctor Says My Baby Is Too Big!
What sort of food to eat in pregnancy?
Basically the same thing you ate before…that’s if you were eating healthy. Fruits, veggies, complex carbs. Ensure that you take your prenatal vitamins (antenatal drugs) faithfully too.
For more on what to eat and how much during pregnancy, please click on this link.
I hope this helps.
Have a good evening, y’all 😀
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