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World Health Orginazation urges quality care for women and newborns in critical first weeks after childbirth with newly released Guidelines. The first six weeks after birth is a critical time for ensuring newborn and maternal survival and for supporting healthy development of the baby as well as the...

You may have a lot of questions about prenatal vitamins. Do you need to take one? Are they necessary? Even if you are already eating a healthy diet, getting these essential nutrients is difficult with diet alone. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends that all women should supplement two to ...

In most cases, conditions that slow down or block the movement of the egg down your fallopian tube cause ectopic pregnancy. This could happen because: You have scar tissue, adhesions or inflammation from a prior pelvic surgery.Your fallopian tubes have damage, such as from a sexually transmitted inf...

If you are unsure about breastfeeding, or already breastfeeding and struggling, reach out to some of the amazing women and service providers in SA who can assist and guide you @cuddlesandgrace_baby @postpartumdirectory @ruwaida.moola @my_breastpumpsa @made_to_lactate_ @srsally_babynurse @sacertified...

Sickness in pregnancy (sometimes called morning sickness) is common. Around 8 out of every 10 pregnant women feel sick (nausea), are sick (vomiting) or both during pregnancy. This does not just happen in the morning. For most women, this improves or stops completely by around weeks 12 to 20, al...

In South Africa, 15% of all births, or one in SEVEN babies, are born prematurely, according to North West University (NWU). Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is the most cost-effective, life-saving measure that we have. Kangaroo care is when you lay your diapered baby on your bare chest (if you’re the fa...

In South Africa, it is estimated that 3.85 million South Africans suffer from diabetes, with many remaining undiagnosed. The truth is we check our social media activity more than enough, but can the same be said about our own health? Diabetes is the number one cause of death among women in South Afr...

Let's talk about the Mucus Plug A mucus plug blocks the opening of your cervix during pregnancy. It forms a seal to prevent bacteria and infection from getting into your uterus and reaching your baby. Think of it as a barrier between your vagina and your uterus where your baby is. As your cervix pre...

Nine months of pregnancy will go fast, we know the experience is overwhelming and there are a lot of unknown and uncertainties.  Try your best to enjoy every moment and try to empathise with your partner when she is feeling uncomfortable or moody.  Some men actually also experience pregnan...

The foods and drinks you choose during pregnancy will have an effect on your unborn baby’s development and health. Here are things to check for during your pregnancy diet. •Folic acid supplement for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. •3-5 portions of wholegrain cereals, breads, and potatoes...