Tag Archives: motherhood

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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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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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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Why Is My New Born Baby Yellow?!

Posted on May 20, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Q: Hi Dr ketch, thanks for the good works you do. Could you please address the issue of jaundice in new born and possible and best ways to avoid it during pregnancy and staying healthy. Thanks A: Jaundice is 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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Pregnancy Comes With Surprises… But Excessive Saliva Can Be One Of The Most Frustrating

Posted on March 31, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Pregnancy made me produce so much saliva… I didn’t know what to do with it. This is a problem many pregnant women are shy to ask about… but it can be very uncomfortable. A mum asked me: Q: Good evening … Continue reading →

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