18/05/2022
Please remember to do your regular health screening, it could save your life.
Critical illness don't choose age, young does not equate to immunity to critical illness. Protect yourselves as early as possible, as anything can happen anytime.
Young mother of twins shocked by cervical cancer diagnosis
The thought that she might have contracted HPV - the main cause of cervical cancer - did not cross her mind. . Read more at straitstimes.com.
19/02/2022
Preeclampsia : it is a pregnancy complication characterised by high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system, most often the liver and kidneys.
Do read on to understand the symptoms and make sure to highlight it to your gynaecologist for further checks.
A first-time mum didn't know she had this risky pregnancy condition until after she gave birth
When Vinnie Samantha Lau was pregnant with her first child in 2020, she didn't know much about preeclampsia. She reveals how the condition went undetected during her pregnancy – and why women should be more aware of it. As told to CNA Women's Sharon Salim.
03/11/2021
Eclampsia is a severe complication of preeclampsia. It's a rare but serious condition where high blood pressure results in seizures during pregnancy.
RIP :(
S'pore musician Nadya Dean, 27, dies after giving birth to second child
SINGAPORE - Local singer, rapper and songwriter Nadya Dean died on Oct 31 at Changi General Hospital (CGH) after being unconscious for 11 days. She was 27.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
06/10/2021
Preparing to have a baby come into your life is an exciting time but also a challenging one. It’s normal to have some worries, fears and stress about what’s coming when you’re pregnant.
It’s just as important to look after your mental health and wellbeing during pregnancy as your physical health. For your health and your baby's, please take care of yourself! Be sure to eat well, exercise, get enough sleep, and take your prenatal vitamins.
If you're feeling worried, sad, or anxious, talk to someone about it — and know when to reach out for help.
'Many mothers feel powerless': Coping with postpartum depression in a pandemic
Ahead of World Mental Health Day on Oct 10, CNA Women looks at this debilitating condition that new mums can face, made worse by COVID-19 restrictions and the lack of physical access to family and social support.
30/09/2021
For nursing mummies who bake, you can try this recipe to increase milk supply 🤗🍪
Best Lactation Cookie (less sugar) for nursing mothers
This is probably one of the best Lactation Cookie recipes around! I have used them personally to increase milk production when I was nursing both my daughters (exclusive breastfeed for 6 months with Siena and 12 months for Venezia). They are tasty and functional plus easy to make. I still bake them....
20/09/2021
To all the amazing moms, have an amazing week ahead 💐
11/09/2021
Superwoman 🦸🏻♀️
S’pore Prison Officer Runs 5 Times/Week While Pregnant, Reflects Tenacity In Her Duties
Superintendent Kailin continues running 5 times a week despite her pregnancy and manages 99 staff and about 1,000 inmates at a female prison.
07/09/2021
Gestational diabetes Mellitus (GDM) can affect any pregnant woman, and can have an impact on the baby's health.
During Pregnancy, GDM may occur when the body produces inadequate amounts of the hormone insulin to deal with sugar control. As a result, blood sugar levels may rise.
Not every woman with GDM needs insulin or medication. So how do we manage it?
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