What is the First Trimester Screen and NIPT?
Often referred as the “Down Syndrome Test” – it is not entirely accurate. The right term should be Fetal Aneuploidy Screen and it screens for 3 chromosomal abnormality. In the…
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What is a Cardiotocograph (CTG)?
What is a Cardiotocograph (CTG)? CTG is an abbreviation for cardiotocograph which basically means heart rate and uterine (womb) contractions. It is also known as electronic fetal monitoring (EFM). What…
What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a pregnancy has implanted outside of the womb. It can be in the fallopian tubes (commonest), ovaries, cervix and other locations in the abdomen. A pregnancy…
Weight Gain In pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time, whether you’re carrying your first baby or bringing a new member into a larger family. But there are elements of pregnancy that can cause some…
Tips for a healthy pregnancy
Sharing my experience as a mother of two beautiful children, being pregnant is a rich and rewarding time in a woman’s life. It’s important to know that your health and…
Rhesus Negative and Anti-D in Pregnancy
If you have a negative blood group (Rh negative), and your baby is Rh positive, some of the baby’s blood cells may cross over into your blood stream during the…
Pregnancy Ultrasounds
Routine ultrasounds are performed throughout your pregnancy to monitor the development and growth of your baby. It is important to know that ultrasounds are very safe in pregnancy. Dating scan…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ? Also known commonly as PCOS, it is a common yet complex condition affecting up to 1 – 1.8 in 10 women of child bearing…
Planning For Pregnancy
Exciting times for couples ahead. Preconception health and health care: You should focus on things that can be done before and between pregnancies to increase the chances of having a…
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Prolapse literally means ‘to fall down’. A woman’s pelvic floor muscles and ligaments supports the pelvic organs (uterus, bladder and rectum). When the supporting muscles and ligaments are weakened, the…
Pain Relief
There are many ways that one can use to help manage pain in labour. It really depends on what you would like to use. Mobilization Often in early stages of…
Nausea and Vomiting in pregnancy (NVP) and Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
Many pregnant women feel sick (nausea) and, or may vomit during early pregnancy. This can vary from mild to moderate and still be considered part of the normal experience of…
