Mastitis is an inflammation of breast tissue that can sometimes lead to an infection. It is usually caused by milk that is trapped within the breast such as when a mum is weaning or when mum is away from the baby for long periods. Stayathomemum.com All of these cause inflammation....
Weight gain is normal during pregnancy. The average weight that is ideal in pregnancy depends on how healthy your pre-pregnancy weight and BMI. BMI is calculated as weight in kg/ height in meters x height in meters. Underweight (<18.5): 12.5 kg–18 kg Healthy weight (18.5 - 24.9): 11.5 kg–16kg Overweight...
Earlier in the year, I conducted a short poll of some women regarding contraception methods, 70% of these women have had or are having children. Based on this cohort of women I found that the average Nigerian woman was not armed with enough information to choose the right contraception and consistently...
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled growths in a woman’s ovaries which may occur in just one or both of the ovaries. Usually, ovarian cysts are harmless and will go away on their own, but sometimes ovarian cysts can become so large that they rupture, or cause damage to the ovary(ies). They...
Real mum of twins shared their winning tips on caring for newborn twins! Taking care of one newborn is a lot of work, let alone two! These time-tested tips will help you cope better and maintain your sanity, leaving you and your precious ones smiling (most of the time)....
Every mum looks forward to different milestones in their babies. From babies being able to do push-ups, raise their heads, sit, smile or even coo. Starting solids is a huge milestone for both mums and babies. Here's everything you need to know about when to start, what to start...
Learn how to know if a baby is drinking enough at the breast. This will include signs of milk transfer, expected elimination patterns, how to assess the latch and how to recognize swallowing.
The Journey to this Point I tied the knot with the love of my life few months shy of three years. I remember telling him before we got married that the first day we consummate our marriage, I will get pregnant. Maybe that word of affirmation did a lot. I...
A lot of women have questions and fears about different methods of contraception- in fact I dare say every woman of childbearing age who is sexually active is on the hunt for the perfect contraception. Whilst this is aspirational, is it achievable? The reason I say this is that women...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormone (androgen) levels. The ovaries may develop numerous small collections of fluid (follicles) and fail to regularly release eggs. The exact cause of...
