Women’s Health

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Adequate nutritional intake during pregnancy is essential for the growth of developing fetus as well as the good health of expectant mothers. Nevertheless, it is important to note that food safety is of paramount importance since biological and/or chemical contaminants can pose health risks to both mother and baby. As such, it is advisable to avoid the following types of food during pregnancy.   Soft cheeses Soft cheeses made from…

My previous article explains what pelvic floor muscles are and how they are related to incontinence. If you haven’t read it already, please do! It is ‘hilarious’, or so I’ve heard. This article is a continuation of the previous topic, and it is not meant for the faint-hearted.   Let’s start with two simple definitions Stress urinary incontinence is a condition where there is involuntary leak of urine when you…

While welcoming a new life into the family is often a joyous occasion; pregnancy and child birth can sometimes trigger depression in certain women. Medically, we refer this condition as perinatal depression. As a result, these women not only have poor diet and may face difficulties in performing daily tasks, some may even have suicidal or infanticidal tendencies. Additionally, fetal development can be adversely affected by maternal perinatal depression.  …

“Congratulations! You’re gonna be a mom soon. You must be over the moon!” “Thanks! I am really excited but just between you and me, I am also pretty scared! I’ve heard how uncomfortable it can get sometimes.” Pregnancy is perhaps one of the most exciting stages in a woman’s life although at times the associated physical discomforts can get the better of many moms-to-be. Most of these discomforting symptoms are…