Skin changes – Which symptoms should you ignore?
A good man is without sin, and a good skin without blemish.” But let’s face it: flawless skin is like a saint on earth, desirable but virtually impossible to acquire. During your pregnancy, hormonal changes will affect every system of your body. Your skin, like any other part, will not be spared. You may develop…
Read MorePregnant legs
About Cramps, Varicose Veins and Oedema ‘Honey please come massage the back of my legs.’ Whether this request is honored or not, a pregnant woman does need some massaging by her man, not just to ease leg cramps but back pains, shoulder aches, all over! Leg cramps are common at night during the last three…
Read MoreAbnormal vaginal discharges
Every woman knows that the vagina produces discharge. What most women do not understand is why. For many women, vaginal discharge is a nuisance. It not only makes your inner wear wet and dirty, but may also at times lead to bad odours — a woman’s worst nightmare. The vagina has an acidic pH which…
Read MoreHow to handle breast cancer in pregnancy
Dr. Shiphrah Kuria explains Cancer during pregnancy is uncommon, but when it does occur it presents several unique challenges. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women and once in a while it may be diagnosed during pregnancy. Pregnancy however does not have any dramatic influences on the development of breast cancer; the critical issue…
Read MoreBring down nausea and avoid harmful bacteria
Simple and handy rules to follow Nausea and vomiting are some of the undesirable effects that come with pregnancy. For many women they are also the first tell-tale signs that conception has occurred. Many parents, especially mothers, suspect long before they are told that a daughter is pregnant, just by observing this ‘small’ clue! Morning…
Read MoreExercising tips for your gym workout
Exercise during pregnancy is important because it helps reduce fatigue and manage stress. Exercise works by increasing endurance, and strengthening muscles. It also helps prepare one for the strain of labour. Women who exercise while pregnant have shorter labour with fewer complications. They also tend to recover faster after delivery. Too much exercise—especially of the…
Read MoreMalezi Bora-Afya Leo ni Uzima Kesho
What Is Malezi Bora? It is an initiative by Ministry of Health and partners to promote use of routine health services for mother and child in all health facilities. You can promote good health and well being of children through the following key steps: Healthy pregnancy: As soon as you know you are pregnant, visit…
Read MoreTUBAL LIGATION
Tubal ligation- also called TL, is a permanent method of contraception for women. A woman who does not wish to conceive, can undergo a TL at any age after maturity. It is usually done on both fallopian tubes, and is known as bilateral tubal ligation (or BTL). The fallopian tube refers to either of a…
Read MoreHave you heard of Rotavirus
This is a question Sheila, mother of two year old Jeremy would give a big nod to. Two years ago, during a routine visit to the clinic with Jeremy, the nurse had introduced Sheila to the Rotavirus vaccine via a disease information leaflet and a brief explanation on the need to come for the next visit…
Read MoreKeeping danger away!
Bedroom Many accidents that occur in the bedroom can be avoided. The majority involve poisoning, falls and fires. The following tips can be useful: Keep all poisons away from the reach of children. Poisons in the bedroom include medication, cleaning agents and personal care-products. Children are inquisitive and can ingest personal care-products by accident. All medication…
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