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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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Should I Believe The Urine or The Blood Test?

Posted on June 5, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Doctor, my blood test says I’m pregnant… but my urine test says I’m not. Which one should I believe?🤔 It sounds impossible. After all, aren’t pregnancy tests supposed to give the same answer? Not always. A positive blood pregnancy test … Continue reading →

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When Does A ‘Normal’ Pregnancy Headache Become A Medical Emergency?

Posted on May 30, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Last week Friday, 22nd of May 2026 was World Preeclampsia Day. Q: Please Doc, what can be the cause of preeclampsia in pregnancy and how can one stop or avoid it for subsequent pregnancies? A: Preeclampsia is a complication of … 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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Labour Will Humble You!

Posted on April 7, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

I was absolutely sure I wouldn’t scream during labour… I had a whole plan Are you worried about what to expect during labour… how much the pain will be? Well, I had the same questions during my pregnancy days. So, … Continue reading →

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Motherhood Diaries – Happy Mother’s Day 2026!

Posted on March 15, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

For this Mother’s Day edition of Motherhood Diaries, I’m reaching into the vault. I wrote this years ago, in the thick of it – nursery graduations, secondary school transitions, grey hairs and all the feelings. Reading it back, I smiled. … Continue reading →

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Motherhood Diaries – When You Realize You Cannot Fight All Their Battles

Posted on March 9, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

As we celebrate International Women’s Day today, I reflect again on motherhood. What school prepares you for motherhood? For the questions that innocent, enquiring minds will ask… For the advice you suddenly realize you must give… For the moments when … Continue reading →

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