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My Poop Turned Black…Should I Be Worried?

Posted on July 18, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

One trip to the toilet can send a pregnant woman into full panic mode… You look down… Your poop is jet black. Your first thought? “Something is terribly wrong.” But if you’re taking iron tablets, the explanation is often much … Continue reading →

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Why Don’t I Feel Like Eating?!

Posted on July 17, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

One of the biggest surprises of early pregnancy is this… You’ve waited to become pregnant… And now you don’t even want to look at food. Every smell makes you feel sick. Brushing your teeth makes you retch. Foods you once … Continue reading →

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I’m Pregnant And They Found Fibroids!

Posted on July 16, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Few words strike fear into a pregnant mother’s heart like these: “Your scan shows fibroids.” Suddenly, your mind starts racing… Will I lose my baby? Will I need surgery? Will I be able to deliver safely? The reassuring truth? Most … Continue reading →

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Fact Or Fiction? Can My Urine Colour In Pregnancy Tell Me The Gender Of My Baby?

Posted on July 14, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

“Drink plenty of water… your urine is dark.” “You’re carrying low… it’s a boy.” “Your urine colour says you’re having a girl.” Pregnancy is full of advice… Some of it is helpful. Some of it has been passed down for … Continue reading →

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Can You Get Pregnant While Already Pregnant?

Posted on July 12, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Most people would laugh if you asked this question… “Can a woman become pregnant while she’s already pregnant?” It sounds impossible. But medicine has a name for this extremely rare phenomenon… Superfetation. So can it really happen? Or is it … Continue reading →

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Never Let Your Baby Fall Asleep With A Bottle

Posted on July 12, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

One of the biggest causes of tooth decay in babies happens while they’re asleep. It’s not sweets. Not chocolate. It’s a bedtime habit many loving parents don’t even realize can damage their baby’s teeth. Here’s what every parent and grandparent … Continue reading →

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Why Is My Child Growing Two Rows Of Teeth?!

Posted on July 11, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

“Doctor… why is my child growing TWO rows of teeth?” 😳 Many parents panic the first time they see this. It even has a nickname…”Shark teeth.” The good news? In many children, it’s completely normal. Here’s when to relax…and when … Continue reading →

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Why Are You Always Hungry Even After Eating?

Posted on July 10, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Ever wondered why one meal keeps you full for hours…while another leaves you raiding the fridge an hour later? The answer is science. And once you understand this one concept, making healthier food choices becomes much easier. Every family should … Continue reading →

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Can You Miss The Signs of Pregnancy?

Posted on July 9, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Confession time…😄 When I was pregnant with my first baby, I didn’t realise I was pregnant. I was a young doctor working in a busy Emergency Room. I blamed my fever, nausea and vomiting on everything except pregnancy. It wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Doctor…My Chest Feels Like It’s Burning. Is Something Wrong With My Baby?

Posted on July 8, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

It’s one of the commonest worries during pregnancy. The good news? Heartburn has nothing to do with your heart, and in many cases it’s a normal part of pregnancy. Here’s why it happens, what triggers it, and what you can … Continue reading →

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