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Amazing Benefits of Avocado in Pregnancy You Should Know!
Avocados, often referred to as butter fruit, are a superfood for women aiming to conceive. Additionally, it’s recommended to incorporate avocado into your pregnancy diet as it provides a wealth of nutrients for both you and your growing baby. Today, we’ll explore the benefits of avocado in pregnancy. Avocados are readily available at beverage shops,…
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All About Pumping, Exclusive Pumping & Must-Have Tools
When Should You Consider Pumping? We all know the benefits of breastfeeding our babies, but in many cases having skin-to-skin nursing sessions is nearly impossible. That might be you’re away from your baby, either that’s for work or other reasons. Some working mothers even booked in courier service to deliver their breast milk to their…
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Burn Fat: Taking Keto Diet while Breastfeeding? Yay or Nay?
Keto Diet, full name ketogenic diet is a high-fat low-carb diet that forces your body to burn fat rather than carbs. Many chose to take the Keto diet as it “burns fat” and helps to lose weight effectively. It attracts postpartum mums to try having a Keto diet as they want to get back in shape as…
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Top 5 Questions You Need to Know about Amniocentesis
Q1: What is Amniocentesis? Amniocentesis is a prenatal test to diagnose any conditions or serious health problems of your growing fetus. Amniotic fluid is a clear, slightly yellowish liquid that surrounds and protects your growing fetus in the uterus. Under the ultrasound, about 20ml samples of amniotic fluid are removed through a fine needle inserted…
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Top 8 Questions of Dental Care during Pregnancy
Expectant women may experience changes in their bodies throughout the pregnancy journey, including changes in teeth and gums. Bleeding gums, gingivitis, and tooth decay are common during pregnancy due to hormonal and dietary changes. Below are the most frequently asked questions about dental care during pregnancy that you should take note of. Q1: Is it…
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Is Vaginal Bleeding Normal During Pregnancy? What Should I Take Note?
It is totally common and normal to face spotting or vaginal bleeding during the first 12 week of pregnancy. Don’t panic, it is normal in early pregnancy. Many women who experience bleeding will go on with healthy pregnancy and baby. First Trimester Implantation bleeding- A common cause of bleeding happens when the fertilized egg implants…
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Breastfeeding Tips that Every Mom Should Know
Have you ever wondered to yourself if you are producing enough milk for your baby or how to tell if your baby is getting just enough milk? It doesn’t come as a surprise that the current level of education in breastfeeding among new moms is low; You think to yourself that nurses will be there…
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Is vaginal discharge normal during pregnancy?
You may notice an increase of discharge in early pregnancy due to hormone changes. Also, it is an early sign when you are expecting. Discharge is normal throughout your nine-month pregnancy, but it may vary in color, amount and thickness. Is my discharge normal? Normal discharge, also known as leukorrhea is thin, clear and mild-smelling. It is…
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All you need to know about breast pumps
You’ve probably heard about how breast milk is the ultimate source of nutrition for your newborn baby. But often moms find it challenging to breastfeed especially you doing it for the first time. A survey shows that about 27% of mothers found pumping uncomfortable, and an additional 15% experienced a pump-related injury, making most mothers…
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Childbirth Trilogy #2: Delivery of Your Baby, Welcome to the World!
You’ve just gone through your 15-hour labor and your body is now ready to welcome your little one to the world. Delivering your baby out to see the world is going to require some pushing – so stay strong, mommy! Key Points to Expect: Duration: 20 minutes – 2 hours, but sometimes longer Contractions: Contractions last about…