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Celebrating birth 17
MY EXPERIENCE I reported to work as usual since my EDD was 2 week away. I was feeling extremely tired that day and I could feel weak CONTRACTIONS. As the day proposed, the contractions became stronger and regular and I decided to see my doctor who on examination told me I had dilated 2 cms…
Unplanned, Yes, but not unwanted!
Priscilla Muhiu was interviewed by Rebecca Njoki Priscilla had just come from an official trip in Kisumu when she fell sick. Though she suspected she had contracted malaria, she bought a pregnancy home kit to rule out the possibility of pregnancy. I did the test at home and it turned out positive. I was shocked!…
General exercises for soon-to-be mothers
Pregnancy, labour and delivery make a lot of demands on your body. The more you prepare yourself physically the better it will be for your overall health. Judy Karimi, featured in this Issue’s Mja Mzito journals continued with routine exercise till her second trimester. She still carries on with exercise though not on a regular…
Breast cancer and pregnancy
Breast cancer and pregnancy A true moving story of hope and courage, as told Mwanamisi Ali Until 2004, my life was what it is supposed to be — real good. I was happily married to a loving and caring husband, and taking care of our two lovely and healthy children. I married while still…
Labour Pains: How Women see it
Fear of labour pains is experienced by millions of women world over; it is dreaded by both pregnant women and the yet to be pregnant. Writer Elizabeth Ombati spoke to a number of women who shared their labour fears. Mary Anne, not pregnant I do not want to get pregnant. Having read a lot about…
Constipation — Dealing with it
Constipation is quite common in pregnancy and just after the birth, writes Kepha Nyanumba – Nutritionist, AAR Healthcare. As a pregnant woman’s body prepares for the birth of the baby, weight gain, food cravings, and hormonal changes can make pregnancy difficult. Constipation during pregnancy is probably the last thing you want to worry about. It…
Water… what’s really in it
Must a pregnant woman drink more water than normal? What if she does not? Brenda Wangwe drips a few tips. Well, everybody needs to take water 8-12 glasses of water every day. However, there are times this intake is more crucial—like when one is expectant. During pregnancy, the body goes through many changes, which rely…
