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List of articles in this edition
How much does a baby cost?
Now that you and your spouse have decided to have a baby, you need to know the cost of your decision. Here are some of the financial stress-free ways to anticipate your lovely bundle of joy: Ante-natal and maternity When writing up the future financial plan, consider the average cost for the antenatal clinics and…
A day in the ‘no-go zone’
Hell has no fury like a woman scorned. And Panda being one of them, I expected nothing but the worst form of retribution for my waywardness. As I recounted my unfortunate episode to her, I kept my fingers crossed—watching out for any sign of an advancing flying saucer. Bad timing is when you confess to…
Your baby’s soft-landing
You’re expecting. Congratulations! What an exciting, and perhaps overwhelming time. There may be a million thoughts running through your head. These may include wondering if your baby is a boy or girl, thinking about how and when to share the news with family and friends, to worrying about the financial implications. While parenthood is occasionally…
Doctor’s Notes on Cord Prolapse
When a patient has this condition, the cord protrudes from the vaginal opening or can be felt by the clinician during vaginal examination. CORD prolapse is an obstetric emergency during pregnancy or labour that highly endangers the life of the baby because of the risk of inadequate supply of oxygen to the foetus. It occurs…
Vital re-adjustments after delivery
For a baby to form in the womb and be carried to term a lot of physical adjustments have to take place. Come the baby, even more changes are experienced, before your body starts to work towards returning to its original self. Now, this does not occur overnight. It takes about six weeks of discomfort.…
Pregnancy Food No-Nos
A pregnant mother should always ensure that she eats a healthy meal comprising a variety of nutrients drawn from all the food groups—proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins. These foods when taken wholesomely by an expectant mum can be beneficial to her and her unborn baby. Additionally, a pregnant mother must make sure that she avoids all…
