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.

Getting a ‘Flat’ Belly Again

Your baby finally arrived! However, when you look at yourself in the mirror now, the only thing you see is the protruding belly. You...
Induction of Labour.Risks and Benefits

Induction of Labor

Many women do not experience natural labor, so it is normal for them to be induced. However, if this is your first time, it...
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,...

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...

Style tips for fashionable mums in Kenya

It is common to find many women in Kenya struggling to look fashionable after getting their first baby. The main reason for the struggle...
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...

The Delivery Experience

From that first contraction to the final push, here's a summary of what to expect during labour and delivery. Your cervix will open to about...
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...
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...
Baby after birth

What Happens to Your Baby after Birth?

Most pregnant women only think about labour and birth. However, once your baby is finally born, there are several procedures that are followed soon...

Stages Of Labour

Congratulations on carrying your pregnancy to term. Now it’s time to go to the hospital to receive your bundle of joy. You must have...
True and Flase Labor.

True and False Labour

As you approach your due date, you may experience some contractions that are not a sign of labor. We referred to as false labor...
Child Birth Preparation .Choosing Where to Deliver / Give Birth

Questions to ask your Childbirth Care Provider

Once you discover that you’re pregnant, the next step is to choose a healthcare provider to walk the journey with you. Now, how do...
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