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Leaking bladder-because the settings are not right

By Babylove Network | June 27, 2021

At the mention of urinary incontinence, every mind clicks on loss of bladder control. In this situation, the person affected has a challenging time living with others. The incontinence accelerates when a person coughs or laughs. Research shows that urinary incontinence affects both men and women. It does however tend to affect more women. Overflow incontinence,…

Pregnant Yes-Yeses! 15

By Babylove Network | July 5, 2021

We figured that there are so many pregnancy ‘no-nos, we would devote a series to definite pregnancy ‘yes-yeses’ for our dear readers! We begin with the HEROES of health during pregnancy: Hero No.l: Don’t be a hero—sit back, and let calcium do it for you! Your developing baby needs calcium to grow strong bones and…

Then and now… the changing world of pregnancy

By Babylove Network | July 10, 2021

The world was obviously more pregnant then than it is now, going by the quantity ‘of babies women ‘downloaded’—hardly anything below six compared to today’s average of two. But let’s hear the ‘quality’ side. Then The doctor says you are pregnant and you smile. You tell your husband about it and he nods his head.…

Very grateful- Lucy Mwakaba

By Babylove Network | June 27, 2021

The grand discovery I went for a pregnancy test and confirmed what I was suspecting to be true. It was thrilling to realize that I was pregnant again. l was so excited but had to contain it so as not to tell my husband the news over the phone ….. waiting for him to get…

Why I opted for a Caesarean

By Babylove Network | July 4, 2021

Why I opted for a Caesarean. Being a nurse, Lucy Gichia is familiar with the rush to theatre when a patient is in trouble. This time round it will be her turn. But she wants no emergencies and has opted for an elective (planned) caesarean section. She explains her reasons to Roseline Atieno. What made…

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Safe sex during pregnancy — Know when to stop!

By Babylove Network | June 16, 2021

Safe sex during pregnancy is generally recommended, but you should know when to stop! Contrary to common belief, you can have safe sex during pregnancy whenever you choose to. Yes, throughout pregnancy. Safe sex during pregnancy cannot harm you or your baby unless there are other factors involved. There are three useful tips on this matter:…

Uterine Rupture – What it is and why it happens

By Babylove Network | July 1, 2021

Uterine rupture is a tear in the wall of the uterus, most often at the site of a previous caeserean section (C-section). In a complete rupture the tear goes through all layers of the uterine wall. The consequences of uterine rupture can be dire for mother and child. Fortunately, these ruptures are relatively rare for…

Shy Moments 2

By Babylove Network | June 21, 2021

My five-year old daughter asked me why my stomach was growing so big, and I told her that I was going to have a baby soon and the growing baby was filling my stomach. A few weeks later just around my due date I was entertaining some guests when she asked me, ‘Mummy, will the…

Blessings for ‘watoto’ gospel singer Rose Ohon

By Babylove Network | June 22, 2021

This is a legacy edition story. True stories of past pregnancies in yester days (or years), as published in Pregnant Magazine. Blessings for ‘watoto’ gospel singer Rose Ohon Rose Ohon is widely known for her gospel track ‘ Watoto which has been riding high on the local gospel charts. She has two children, 7 year-old…

Spruce up your hair

By Babylove Network | July 2, 2021

Spruce up your hair You are pregnant and glowing, and you want to look good. Your crowning glory still retains its place at the top. Hormonal changes during pregnancy affect hair and skin. For the first three months sebaceous glands (found in the skin, communicating with the hair follicles and secreting sebum), can be over…