Fibroids are one of the most common gynaecologic problems we see frequently cause issues in pregnancy. Up to 40% of women in the fertile age range have fibroids, being even more frequent in some Asian and African women. Before becoming pregnant, many women will not
A commonly used term I hear far more often is ‘high risk pregnancy’. A pregnancy can be described as high risk as a result of pre-existing problems before the pregnancy, or from problems arising during the course of the pregnancy. It commonly relates to issues
Many people assume midwives only work in a hospital environment, either in labour wards, postnatal care or special care nurseries. However, midwives are becoming an integral part of private obstetric practices. In our practice we feel it is important to provide our patients with the
This is something we often get asked. Pregnancy planning can be a useful tool for many couples as it is an opportunity to look at issues or concerns you may have and allow a specialist to explore other issues that can improve your chances of
In a sea of information, it is easy to drown in mixed information about the “essential “and “necessary” intake of foods and vitamin products being pushed in front of you, even from the pre-pregnancy stage. Few elements have been consistently found in high quality research
The umbilical cord provides for all of the transport of oxygen and nutrients to your baby, from 5 weeks gestation, until the time it is cut after delivery. The baby’s blood is much more concentrated whilst in utero and progressively dilutes in the first days
Becoming pregnant and having a baby is a very exciting time but when you find out you are pregnant with twins or triplets( identical or non-identical) it can be all of that and somewhat overwhelming. As a father of identical twin girls I can relate
I often get asked, “what supplements or vitamins should I take prior to becoming pregnant – possibly to improve the chances of becoming pregnant, or what is best for me and my baby during pregnancy?” For most women a healthy diet of fresh fruit and
