What is breastfeeding? Breastfeeding is the method that mothers use to provide nutrition to their baby post giving birth. It is recommended that mother use this method exclusively for the first 6 months of the baby’s life. However, babies can be breastfed for longer. The World Health Organisation encourages mothers that if they wish, they […]
What you need to know about PCOS
What is PCOS? Do you find yourself putting on weight very quickly and are unable to loose weight quickly? Do you have irregular menstrual periods? These could be signs of PCOS. PCOS refers to polycystic ovary syndrome which is a complex hormonal condition. When diagnosing PCOS doctors use the Rotterdam criteria. A patient must fulfil […]
Common discomforts during pregnancy
During pregnancy your body goes through a number of physical and hormonal changes that affect your daily processes, such as digestion, mood and sleep. The most common discomforts of pregnancy include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and changing or disrupted sleep patterns. The good news is that there are some lifestyle changes that […]
