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Is My Baby Moving Enough?!

One of the scariest moments in pregnancy isn’t labour…even though that ranks high up there! It’s wondering whether your baby’s movements are normal. Is your baby kicking more than usual? Or have the movements suddenly reduced? Both questions deserve answers … Continue reading

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Can The way You Sleep Affect Your Baby?

“Doctor… will sleeping on my tummy hurt my baby?” This is one of the commonest questions pregnant women ask. Many become so worried that they stop sleeping in the position they’re most comfortable in even during the early weeks of … Continue reading

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Your Baby May Be Drinking…But Still Leaving Hungry!

My baby is always hungry. I don’t think I’m producing enough breast milk. If you’ve ever thought this, you’re not alone – it’s one of the commonest worries new mothers have. But here’s something you need to know – not … Continue reading

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How Soon Is Too Soon For Baby Number 2?

Did you know that getting pregnant too soon after a baby can increase the risk of premature birth and low birth weight? Many parents focus on ‘when they want another child’, but few consider whether the mother’s body has had … Continue reading

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My Baby Feeds All Night…Is This Okay?

12 am – 4 am…and the baby still wants to feed?! Q: Good morning, Doctor. My wife is doing exclusive breast feeding but my daughter sucks intensively, an average of 14hrs everyday…she could suck from 12am to 4am sometimes, making … Continue reading

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Can You Tell You’re Having Twins Before An Ultrasound?

Many women think they can. Maybe the morning sickness feels worse. Maybe the tummy seems bigger than expected. Maybe there’s a strong family history of twins. But which signs actually mean something and which ones can be misleading? Read! Q: … Continue reading

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Emergency Contraceptive In A Breastfeeding Mum – Yes or No?

Q: Good evening doctor. Please I want to ask, can a breastfeeding (exclusive) mother take emergency contraceptive ? A: Well, a breastfeeding mother should definitely not be taking any medication without speaking to her doctor. That’s for sure! 😀 This … Continue reading

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Will My Baby Survive If I Can’t Breastfeed Within The First 30 Minutes Of Birth?

Q: Hey doctor, thanks so much for helping us young mothers. May God richly bless you..What can be given to a new born baby like 30mins old baby crying and the mother’s breast milk has not started coming out???? A: … Continue reading

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Sadness while Breastfeeding!

Why do I feel sad when breastfeeding? The month of May is Maternal Mental Awareness Month. In honour of that, I share my response to a question I was asked by a new mum. Q: Good day, ma’am. My baby … Continue reading

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Milk Coming From Your Breast…But You’re Not Breastfeeding?

Q: Good evening ma’am. I noticed milk-like fluid coming from my breast, but I’m not breastfeeding. What could be causing this? A: Thanks for your question. Here are 5 things you should know about nipple discharge: 1) The colour does … Continue reading

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