This is a pregnancy-induced condition that is characterized by high blood sugar level. This is usually diagnosed from an oral glucose...

Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination RSV is a major cause of respiratory infections among young infants. It can spread...

1. Influenza (Flu) vaccine Benefits:  Flu is more likely to cause severe illness (including lung infection) in pregnant women...

1. Blood and urine tests usually at 10-12 weeks – we require various blood samples and 1 urine sample to perform these tests: a) Full...

Dietary 1. To avoid toxoplasmosis, avoid: a) eating undercooked contaminated meat (especially beef, pork, lamb, venison) or shellfish...

The FTS must be performed between 11+ weeks to 13 weeks 6 days gestation, best around 12 weeks. This is performed via: 1. History 2....

One needs to understand the different types of chromosomal abnormalities to decide which tests to do. 1. Large chromosomal abnormalities...

The majority of fetuses with increased nuchal translucency (NT) detected at the routine first trimester scan at 11-13 weeks gestation are...

Second Trimester Screening Scan or Fetal Anomaly Scan at 18-22 weeks This scan typically takes 30 minutes but may take longer if the baby...

This is usually done at 30 to 37 weeks. The following details are assessed at this scan: a) Measurements of head circumference,...

Most parents do tests to reassure themselves that the fetus is at low risk for some (not ALL) common chromosomal abnormalities that can...

The thyroid gland at the neck produces thyroid hormones which regulate the metabolism in the body. Common disorders of the thyroid gland...

Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the womb. Often, this is considered as a last ditch attempt after failed medical treatment to...

Iron deficiency is common during pregnancy. This is especially common amongst pregnant women in the third trimester. Local studies have...

There is now much data that shows that the following risks are increased if the BMI is >= 25: During pregnancy 1. Miscarriages 2. Fetal...

BMI is weight in kilograms divided by the square of the height in metres. There is now much data that shows that the following risks are...

Recommendations for breastfeeding 1. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for up to 6 months, and continued breastfeeding beyond that...

Benefits to breastfeeding For the infant 1. Human breast milk is specific for the needs of human infants. 2. Breastfed infant takes what...

Regular breast examination should be performed before, during and after pregnancy. Monthly breast self examination Checking your breasts...

Aims of a pre-pregnancy check-up 1. Investigate for potential problems that may reduce fertility 2. Optimise control of pre-existing...