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Doctor…My Due Date Has Come And Gone.

“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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Breathless In Pregnancy?

You haven’t been running. You haven’t climbed a mountain. So why does walking across the room suddenly leave you out of breath? If you’re pregnant, you’re not alone. Mild breathlessness is common because your body is working harder to support … Continue reading

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

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 Can’t Stop Eating Clay But I Don’t Know Why!

“Everyone keeps telling me to stop eating nzu… but nobody can explain why I crave it so much.” Sound familiar? Craving clay (nzu) during pregnancy is surprisingly common. Sometimes it’s linked to iron deficiency, but not always. And while many … Continue reading

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I’m Pregnant And They Found Fibroids!

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?!

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?

“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?!

“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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Expired… Or Not?

Your blood tablets expire in 2 months. Do you: A. Throw them away immediately?B. Keep taking them?C. You’re not even sure what the expiry date means? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably done at least one of these. Many … Continue reading

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Stop Buying Shoes That Hurt!

Have you ever bought shoes and then found later that they appear quite tight…and despite everything the salesperson had told you about how the shoes will ‘expand’, it’s just not happening? (Side note – If they don’t fit in the … Continue reading

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