Labour, Birth & After

“There is a secret in our culture, and it’s not that birth is painful. It’s that women are strong.” ~ Laura Stavoe Harm.  Understanding how labor works prepares you for the work ahead and the amazing strength that every woman has to birth her child.

Vaginal Birth after C Section

Risks of Vaginal Birth After C-section (VBAC)

Asha* (not her real name) was 37 weeks pregnant with her second baby. After a long day at work, she decided to take a...
Recovery after child birth

Common Questions on Recovery after Childbirth

A lot happens in the first few days after the birth of your child. Below are some of the questions mums ask about recovery...
Labour Warning Signs. Signs that You will Deliver Soon!

Labour Warning Signs. Signs that You will Deliver Soon!

Labour Warning Signs. These are Signs of pre-labour that indicate that the body is preparing and ready for delivery anytime and range from nausea,...
Going back to work after delivery

Preparing to go Back to Work?

One of the most traumatising days for me as a mum was when I had to leave my baby for the first time to...
Preparing For Labour : Childbirth Preparation

Preparing For Labour : Childbirth Preparation

Preparing For Labour: Childbirth Preparation a detailed guide, comprehensively done on what to and not to do before childbirth Preparing For Labour: Childbirth Preparation Classes...
Unhappiness after Childbirth . The Self Assessment Tool

Unhappiness after Childbirth . The Self Assessment Tool

Unhappiness after Childbirth is a common occurrence among mothers. This is the best Self Assessment Tool for Childbirth happiness. It is important to keep track...

Lochia

Lochia is normal after giving birth. It helps your body get rid of extra blood and tissue in your uterus that helped your baby...
Pre-term Labour

Common Causes Of Preterm Labor In Kenyan Mothers

Preterm labour is when a woman’s body starts showing signs of giving birth before their due date. In most cases, the labour begins three...

Can sex at the end of pregnancy bring on labour?

The onset of labour is usually an anxious yet exciting time for soon to be mums as they look forward to having their babies....
Vaginal Birth after C Section

Having A Vaginal Birth After C-Section (VBAC)?

Yes, you can. Women who have had a baby through caesarian can still deliver naturally. Nevertheless, you need to have a long talk with...

Lochia

Lochia is normal after giving birth. It helps your body get rid of extra blood and tissue in your uterus that helped your baby...
Going back to work after delivery

Preparing to go Back to Work?

One of the most traumatising days for me as a mum was when I had to leave my baby for the first time to...
Monitoring your Baby’s Health during Labor and Birth

Electronic Fetal Monitoring

The external electronic monitor checks and tracks the baby’s heartbeat. Two belts or stretchy fasteners are placed around the mother’s abdomen. These belts hold...
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