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How Soon Is Too Soon For Baby Number 2?

Posted on June 19, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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?

Posted on June 16, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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?

Posted on June 14, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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?

Posted on May 27, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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?

Posted on May 23, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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!

Posted on May 14, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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?

Posted on March 12, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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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Bleeding at 29 Weeks of Pregnancy!

Posted on January 8, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Q: Hello Doctor. I’m a woman 29yrs of age and pregnant for the second time. I am 29 months gone, went for a doctor’s check up; they ruled out I’m having infection. But since then I’ve been bleeding/ spotting whenever … Continue reading →

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I’ve Been Breastfeeding For 3 Years!

Posted on January 7, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Q: What can I drink to stop breastfeeding ??? My baby is 3years 1months. I’m tired of breastfeeding I’m also loosing weight any home remedies to stop breastfeeding plzzzz A: Breastfeeding is really an intimate activity for mum and baby … Continue reading →

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