Uterine fibroids are a very common finding in women of reproductive age. Therefore, it is not uncommon to have pregnant women who also have fibroids. The 3 commonest questions asked are Will the pregnancy has any impact on the fibroid? Will the fibroid effect (harm) the pregnancy? Can you remove…

Alcohol consumption is common in women. But when you are planning a pregnancy and when you are pregnant you need to make healthy decisions so that you have a healthy baby. A commonly asked question is: Is it okay to drink sometimes, while you are pregnant? Well, there is no…

Is asthma during pregnancy normal? Asthma is a common condition and affects 10% of pregnant women. It is an episodic illness i.e. there will be episodes of attack interspersed with symptom-free time. Asthma results from a complex and poorly defined interaction of genetic predisposition and environmental stimulation. The basic mechanism…

Breastfeeding is an art and a pleasure that every woman looks forward to doing. Here is a breastfeeding guide for new mothers. Is breastfeeding beneficial for the mother? It is convenient It helps build a bond between the mother and the baby. Help reduce weight. Provides contraception when exclusive breastfeeding…

Breech means that the baby is lying with the feet in the lower part of the uterus and the head in the upper part of the uterus. The baby normally i.e. in most cases is lying with the head in the lower part of the uterus. When labor starts the…

A caesarean section (C-Section) or a caesarean delivery (cesarean delivery) is a surgical procedure used to deliver the baby. It is done under anaesthesia. It can be done under epidural or spinal or general anaesthesia. The choice of the anaesthesia will depend on various factors and the anaesthetist will decide…