Getting Pregnant

Pregnancy is a divine moment for every woman and a joy to every woman – longing for the day they will hold their little one. In getting pregnant there are several crucial things couples need to consider and prepare.

As a couple you will need to visiting the doctor (preconception visit) before trying to conceive, particularly those on their first baby, or with underlying health concerns or problems. It is best to schedule the appointment at least three months before to leave enough time for any vaccines required.

Important questions to ask your doctor when choosing contraceptives in Kenya

Contraceptives are the most common option for women in Kenya that want to prevent pregnancy yet remain sexually active. When making the choice for...

Pros and cons of common birth control options in Kenya

In Kenya, contraceptives are quite accessible with most women getting them from hospitals or local health centres. However, not all contraceptives being sold are...

Causes of infertility in Kenyan men

In Kenya, it is common to find that women get blamed more than men for the inability to bear children. It is not unusual...

Abortion: Can it cause infertility?

Abortions that are carried out on women in Kenya are either medically sanctioned or done in unlicensed backstreet clinics. Typically, an abortion that is...

Second pregnancy: How soon should you conceive?

Becoming a mum is usually exciting for many women in Kenya as they learn to care for a newborn and eventually a toddler. At...

Fertility Treatment Options 2

SURGERY  Before getting surgery, insist on an appropriate infertility work­up for both partners before proceeding with surgery. This is to ensure that you do not...

Identifying The Causes of Infertility

An infertility work-­up will involve tests to determine how well each of the systems involved in conception is working. EGG PRODUCTION • To determine if and...

Prevention of Infertility

Some strategies for prevention of infertility: 1)    Take precautions (such as the use of condoms) to avoid sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). STDs, particularly gonorrhoea and...

General Causes of Infertility

There are several causes of infertility. For a couple to conceive and carry a pregnancy, the following parts of the reproductive system must be...

Your detailed Guide to Ovulation

Understanding Ovulation is the key to conception as this is the best time to have sex to get pregnant. By understanding your ovulation cycle,...

Risks associated with birth control in Kenya

The use of contraceptives in Kenya has been widely accepted with many women using them to avoid pregnancy. Some of the contraceptives can be...

Causes of infertility in Kenyan men

In Kenya, it is common to find that women get blamed more than men for the inability to bear children. It is not unusual...

Reproductive System

Female Reproductive System A woman has reproductive organs both inside and outside her body. All the organs play a role in the reproductive process which...
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