Monthly Archives: July 2026

Can High Heels Cause A Miscarriage?

“Doctor…my mum says if I wear high heels while pregnant, I’ll miscarry.” “Is that really true?” Many women hear this advice the moment they announce their pregnancy. The truth is a little more nuanced. High heels do not directly cause … Continue reading

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Doctor…My Due Date Has Come And Gone.

“My baby still hasn’t arrived.” “Is something wrong?” If you’re feeling anxious because your due date has passed, you’re not alone. The good news is that a due date is an estimate not an expiry date. Many healthy pregnancies continue … Continue reading

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Why Does My Stomach Feel Dirty?!

“Doctor… I don’t even know how to explain it.” “My stomach just feels… dirty.” Not painful. Not exactly sick. Just… Dirty. If you’ve ever been pregnant, you probably know exactly what that feeling is. It may come with: Nausea Vomiting … Continue reading

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Pelvic Pain In Pregnancy

“Doctor… I’m only 35 weeks pregnant, but it hurts so much that I can barely walk.” If you’ve ever experienced this during pregnancy, you know how frightening and exhausting it can be. Many women assume it’s simply “part of being … Continue reading

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Can A Tight Belt Hurt My Baby?

“Doctor… I didn’t know I was pregnant. I used a tight belt to flatten my tummy. Have I hurt my baby?” It’s a question that causes real anxiety for many women. The good news is that your baby is surrounded … Continue reading

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PREGNANT? Please Don’t Believe Everything You’re Told!

Some pregnancy myths are harmless. Others can stop women from taking their antenatal drugs or accepting life-saving treatment. In today’s pregnancy myths carousel, I’m tackling 5 myths that could actually harm you or your baby. Look through them all to … Continue reading

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Breathless In Pregnancy?

You haven’t been running. You haven’t climbed a mountain. So why does walking across the room suddenly leave you out of breath? If you’re pregnant, you’re not alone. Mild breathlessness is common because your body is working harder to support … Continue reading

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When My Doctor Said My Baby Was ‘Too Big,’ I Panicked.”

If you’ve ever been told this during pregnancy, don’t panic just yet. A bigger-than-average baby doesn’t automatically mean something is wrong but it does mean your pregnancy deserves careful monitoring. Read! Q: Doc, I am an expectant mother in the … Continue reading

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Have Blue Or Purple Veins Suddenly Appeared On Your Legs?

They may seem like a cosmetic issue but sometimes they’re your body’s way of telling you something. Read! Q: Hello Dr. Ketch. Please what do you recommend for someone with spider veins? Varicose veins are enlarged veins and can occur … Continue reading

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Can You Really Have Your Period While Pregnant?

The answer is NO. Once pregnancy occurs, your normal monthly menstrual periods stop. So why do some women bleed during pregnancy? Bleeding in early pregnancy is more common than many people realize, and it can happen for several reasons. Read! … Continue reading

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