Tag Archives: family

Doctor…My Due Date Has Come And Gone.

Posted on July 30, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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

Posted on July 24, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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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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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Is My Baby Moving Enough?!

Posted on July 7, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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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Pregnant And Your Tummy Hurts?

Posted on July 5, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

“Doctor… my wife is pregnant and keeps having abdominal pain. The scan says everything is fine, but the pain isn’t going away.” Few things frighten expectant parents more than persistent pain during pregnancy. The truth is that not every abdominal … Continue reading →

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White And Watery Discharge At 27 Weeks Of Pregnancy – What Does This Mean?!

Posted on July 4, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

“Doctor… my underwear keeps getting wet.” Is it normal pregnancy discharge…or could my waters be leaking? It’s one of the scariest questions an expectant mum can face. The good news is that not every watery discharge means your waters have … Continue reading →

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Can The way You Sleep Affect Your Baby?

Posted on July 1, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

“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!

Posted on June 27, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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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Love Should Not Be Blind!

Posted on June 20, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Today is World Sickle Cell Day. To commemorate this, I share an earlier post I had made on Sickle Cell Disease. Enjoy…. Did you enjoy reading Mills and Boon and all about falling in love in those good old days? … Continue reading →

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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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