Air travel and pregnancy
L•X•L2018-05-09T10:02:31+02:00So you are pregnant and you find yourself planning a short haul (under four hours), medium or long haul (over four hours) flight and don't quite know the 'rules'. I think the most important
Birth options after previous Caesarean section
L•X•L2018-03-15T13:44:38+02:00Here are some common Birth options after previous Caesarean section The Caesarean section (CS) rate in the private sector of South Africa is one of the highest in the world. This can be attributed to the
Weight gain In Pregnancy – How much is too much? A dietitian shares.
L•X•L2017-09-21T15:11:18+02:00Weight gain during pregnancy is essential, but this is something that needs to adapted to each mom-to-be. Too little weight gain can increase the risk of your baby being low birth weight at birth and
Pregnancy Induced Hypertension and other hypertensive disorders in pregnancy
L•X•L2017-07-19T14:55:35+02:00There are four major causes of hypertension, or high blood pressure during pregnancy: Firstly, you may have started your pregnancy with pre-existing high blood pressure. This is known as chronic hypertension. It is defined as
Fetal movement: What to expect
L•X•L2017-07-11T17:28:22+02:00For most mothers the feeling of your baby’s movements is a very special time. In your first pregnancy you may start to feel your baby move anytime from about 20 weeks. This feels like a
Anaemia in pregnancy
L•X•L2017-06-26T06:59:25+02:00The normal physiological changes in pregnancy will result in an increased demand for iron and folic acid. Over and above this there are additional demands for iron brought about by the fetus and the placenta
Danger signs in pregnancy – when to seek help.
L•X•L2017-06-10T02:03:06+02:00When should I call my doctor or midwife? Pregnancy is a very daunting period and it is important to know when to consult your healthcare practitioner, You should call your doctor or midwife if you:
Exercise in Pregnancy – A Biokineticist’s view
L•X•L2017-04-11T14:48:51+02:00Navigating through pregnancy can sometimes feel like a barrage of advice and opinions from a multitude of people, especially for first time expectant mums. Exercising during pregnancy is a topic that is no different and
Alcohol in pregnancy: Where to draw the limit.
L•X•L2017-03-12T08:48:36+02:00When you drink, alcohol passes from your blood through to the placenta, or after birth, and directly to your baby. The liver, responsible for metabolising toxins.
Pregnancy and medication Q & A
L•X•L2017-03-08T09:35:27+02:00Pregnancy and medication Question one Why is it so important to watch what medication you ingest while you’re pregnant? Answer: Pregnancy can be a daunting time and there may come a time when you are