Common Complaints after Delivery
1. Back and Pelvic Pain
One of the most common complaints that you hear from new mums is, "I have a backache!" It is important...
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...
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...
Sex After Delivery
For most new mums getting back to sex after the lapse of the six-week window given by doctors is a bit scary. In most...
Monitoring your Baby’s Health during Labour and Birth
When you finally go into labour and are admitted to the hospital, your baby will be closely monitored to ensure that they are able...
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....
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...
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...
Is eating or drinking during labour safe?
The debate on whether women in labour should be allowed to eat or drink has been going on for many decades. However, in recent...
Elective Repeat Cesarean Section (ERCS)
If you have given birth through C-section before, you can plan with your doctor to have the surgery in subsequent deliveries. This is referred...
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Monitoring your Baby’s Health during Labour and Birth
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