Anti-HIV medications for the newborn
The baby receives medication within 6 to 12 hours after delivery. Babies born to women infected with HIV receive an anti-HIV medication which helps...
Nail Care During Pregnancy
Healthy fingernails and toenails are smooth, with an even colour. During pregnancy, most women’s nails actually grow faster due to hormones. Here are a...
Do’s and Don’ts of the Pregnancy Diet
Eating well is paramount if you are to have a healthy pregnancy and baby at the end of nine months. Most times, you will...
Drug Abuse During Pregnancy
You have seen the government wage war on drugs and substance abuse in our country. Unfortunately, many female addicts find themselves pregnant. It’s also...
Food Safety Guide When You Are Pregnant
What you eat during pregnancy is very important as it nourishes your little one. However, it is important to ensure that you take precautions...
How To Manage Acne During Pregnancy
Pregnancy triggers acne for many women in Kenya who may have never had to battle with the skin condition before. The condition is usually...
Pregnancy Stretch Marks: What to do?
For many pregnant women here in Kenya, physical changes in the body is the norm with the most common being the appearance of stretch...
Tips for hygienic food preparation when pregnant
Pregnant women can easily get food poisoning because their immune system is less effective in fighting off germs found in contaminated foodstuff. Some of...
Pregnancy Diet: Myths and Reality
Finding out you are pregnant is an exciting time and you are likely to get a lot of advice on how to take care...
Preventing Malaria During Pregnancy
It is El Niño season! The mosquitoes love this season too and with this, malaria flourishes. It is important to protect yourself and your...