The questions you were too embarrassed to ask – answered by a gynaecologist
While we know we shouldn't be embarrassed to discuss certain topics with our doctors, some questions are just embarrassing to ask. But there's no...
The questions women ask their doctors when they’re trying to conceive
For some women, falling pregnant comes easily, but for others trying to conceive can be a lengthy and difficult process. These are some of...
What it’s like to be pregnant again after a miscarriage
A few days before my first prenatal appointment, I lost my unborn baby in the most tragic ways one could lose a child. Loss...
Is it safe to have a massage during pregnancy?
A heavy belly, constant itching, a sore back and you feel like you're on an emotional rollercoaster. Sound familiar?! Many expecting moms ask whether...
Someone asked me if having a baby made me not want to wear a...
Does having a baby change a woman's body? Yes, absolutely.
A younger lady recently asked me a very personal question about my post-baby body that...
Constipation during pregnancy: causes & treatment
Burping, breaking wind and constipation are just a few of the ‘unmentionables’ pregnant women don’t like talking about. Seemingly a minor issue, they’re never-the-less...
Shopping for baby: what to buy & when
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! Those are some of the most exciting words a soon-to-be parent can hear – but it’s likely to cause a fair...
Natural ways to induce labour
As it stands, the labour process and how and when it starts is still a mystery of nature. The latest research points to an...
Everything you need to know about caesarean section births in South Africa
Whether you're booked in for a caesarean section birth or you just want to prepare yourself for delivery day, read on for everything you...
How much weight should you gain during pregnancy?
How much weight should you gain during pregnancy? It's a question so many expecting moms ask. But weight gain in pregnancy is incredibly variable...