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List of articles in this edition
Celebrating Birth 29
My Experience-Laura Wambui I was admitted on 6th November 2009 at Coptic Hospital for a C-Section because my amniotic fluid had washed out, reducing the chances of natural labour. So the doctor had to do a C-s as the baby would have gone into distress because of the state of my womb. The operation started…
Rare but dangerous – Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE)
Everything was going according to plan. Helen and her husband could not wait to behold their little miracle of life. She had been rushed to hospital after the doctor confirmed that she was indeed in labour. The pain was almost unbearable but Helen had to persevere in order to see this much awaited gift. In…
Getting candid about Candida Infections
Candida albicans is yeast like fungus, which usually resides in the intestines, along with many other micro organisms collectively known as intestinal flora. A balance among them normally prevents uncontrolled growth of any one type. However, sometimes the balance is upset, allowing Candida to multiply unchecked and cause infection. Also called thrush or yeast infections,…
A baby’s cry is a language you learn
Jackline Tonui shares with Pregnant how drastically pregnancy has turned her life over. I went to have my acrylic nails removed one weekend when I noticed that the smell from the nail polish remover was repulsive and made me nauseous. I requested the hairdresser to dilute it since l could not stand the strong smell.…
When the bladder gets shocked – During pregnancy
You may be surprised to learn that besides the need for folic acid supplements and morning sickness, bladder weakness is just another common, pregnancy-related health issue. This is what happens to your bladder through your pregnancy and after birth. First trimester One of the early signs of pregnancy is the increasing need to urinate. Why?…
The Love in me
Ann Wanjiru knows pregnancy can be complicated. The ‘normal’ days may be marked with sick mornings and moody afternoons. The laughter may be crowded by tears of an unknown tomorrow. The comfort may be distracted by painful cramps. But the joy of a coming baby makes all the difference. She lets Elizabeth Ombati into her…
First Word 22
I sit in my office seat swinging from side to side, gazing beyond the window wondering what I can say about Fathers’ Day. Hmm… I want to be honest—as honest can be. and have no cliche in my presentation. I got it. Back to the good old days. Then. I was a happy girl, young,…
