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Each Pregnant Magazine edition covers several topics. CLICK titles to read the articles. To choose another edition, scroll to the bottom of this page. Enjoy!

Breastfeeding Tips

By Babylove Network | July 9, 2021

MUMS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES ‘My baby is refusing to breastfeed’ This is a common statement made by first-time mums after a nurse gives them the baby to breastfeed for the first time. Frustrated and confused, they end up crying. First-time mums must be painfully familiar with this scenario. Esther who delivered her second child, baby…

Belly Cramps – Reasons & solutions

By Babylove Network | July 10, 2021

As they approach their due dates, most expectant mums can hardly wait for the baby. This is partly because, as the third trimester progresses, most women experience increased discomfort. Some feel really tired, heavy and sick. This state comes with a myriad of complications that cause them to feel uneasy and anxious. More often than…

Shoes For a Pregnant Woman

By Babylove Network | July 8, 2021

BY the time you can’t fit into any of your pre-pregnancy clothes, chances are you are still fitting into your shoes, right? Maybe—but maybe not. Pregnancy comes with a host of physical changes in a woman’s body; her feet are a key factor. Changes in the feet may include swelling (oedema), ‘flat feet’ and general…

I had labour pains for 2 days!

By Babylove Network | July 1, 2021

Mid-November. Scared, uncertain and prayerful. My due date was just a week away and I recall asking my friends in college how painful labour was. Some of them were married with kids. ‘Not painful’, ‘Scary!, ‘Okay’, ‘Don’t even ask!’ were the various responses I got. While some responses raised my spirits, others got me more…

Keeping the Style

By Babylove Network | June 30, 2021

It goes without saying that all expectant mothers are beautiful. Their new look, and bigger size which cannot be ignored brings about a special style. It is not only a noble thing to be pregnant but also a time to appreciate; thus, the need to look the part in terms of clothing and accessories that reflect…

Satisfy that craving!

By Babylove Network | July 5, 2021

From Kenyan Kitchen magazine, here is a delectable blend of freshly ground spices wrapped in the flavour of chicken. This Chicken Coconut Curry packs enough flavour and taste to tempt you to come back for more. Chicken Coconut Curry Ingredients: 200g chicken thighs 1/4 tin coconut milk 1/4 cup tamarind juice 1 stalk lemon grass…

Speak …on a pregnant note 22

By Babylove Network | July 8, 2021

Send your mail to: The Editor, Pregnant, P. O. Box 11463 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. Or send your sms to: +254 722 624174 E-mail: pregnant@integral-advisory.com Only mail or sms with your name, postal address and day-time telephone number can be published. The identity of the writer may be withheld only if requested in writing. The…

One too early, another too late-both dangerous

By Babylove Network | July 5, 2021

I was doing one of my final rounds to make sure my patients were okay before I signed out. In the last bed lay Monica, an obviously happy thirty-five-year-old house-help and now a single mother of three contentedly suckling the youngest. She motioned that I sit as she needed to tell me her story. I…

Shaking off disappointment

By Babylove Network | June 27, 2021

In recent weeks, I have had to deal with disappointment as good friends of mine betrayed my trust and spread unpalatable rumours about me. I have no way of defending myself and even when a friend assured me that my name will be cleared in due time, I found it hard to believe because of…

Shy moments 22

By Babylove Network | August 4, 2021

Un-sharing me We were all packed in the family car, heading home from church. I had bought snacks for everyone and as I sat back to enjoy my potato crisps my mum blurted out to my younger sisters that I could no longer share anything with anyone since I was sharing it with someone else……