Tag Archives: motherhood

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

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?

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?

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?!

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!

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

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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Milk Coming From Your Breast…But You’re Not Breastfeeding?

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

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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Cheesy Things in Breast Fed Bay’s Stool!

Good morning doc. Q: I’ve got a newborn turning 2weeks today. He’s been having running tummy yellow with somethings like white cheese. Is it normal. I am starting to get worried now. Another thing is that my stomach is been … Continue reading

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I Need Drugs And Injections To Prevent Miscarriage!

Q: Good day ma, pls I need drugs and injection to prevent miscarriage. I have been having miscarriages. Pls ma’am, help me. A: Hello Sweetheart, thanks for writing in. I’m truly sorry for your losses. Losing a pregnancy is very … Continue reading

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