pregnancy
Children with meningitis
If you think your child has meningitis, get medical help at once. Meningitis is rare but it is dangerous and although the HIB vaccine protects against one type of bacterial meningitis, there are several forms of the disease which do not have vaccines. Howeve...read more
Chiropractic and prenatal care
Prenatal Changes A Woman adapts greatly during the prenatal period; the new mother-to-be faces profound changes during these approximately 270 days. Physically and emotionally, she must prepare for the responsibility of sustaining, nurturing and delivering a new life. Every aspect of her li...read more
Choosing a midwife
Midwives have a wide variety of practice styles. Choosing the right one for you may present some unique challenges. Where you birth goes hand in hand with the person with whom you choose to birth. The first decision is whether you want a home, birth ...read more
Choosing child care
Types of childcare Live-in nannies live with the family they are working for, who provide them with food and a private bedroom in addition to their salary. Daily nannies come to the family home each day. Baby-sitting in the evenings might be arra...read more
Coeliac and pregnant
What are the major causes of subfertility? Subfertility is defined as a failure to conceive after one year of unprotected regular sexual intercourse. One in six couples have an unwanted delay in conception, with many factors being described as possible causes. The relation...read more
Common illnesses
Autism Autism affects the way a child communicates and relates to other people. Early signs include not fixing his or her eyes on your face, resisting being cuddled, and a delay in speaking and hyperactivity. 1-3 autistic children never learn to talk. You may have noticed t...read more
Contraception and sti's
Sex can be a difficult subject to talk openly about but the reality is we are all interested in it, will most likely at some point experience it and no doubt have loads of questions and queries about it. Sex is a very special, intimate act and no one should ever feel any pee...read more
Coping with fertility problems
Obviously no-one wants to have a fertility problem but there is no doubt that taking some time to find out more about the things that control your fertility can help. Not only will the information help you control the powerful emotions that can surface during this time but also the additiona...read more
Depression during and after pregnancy
As many as one in four women will suffer from depression throughout their lifetime, and often will experience it during the childbearing years. Depression is one of the most common complications during and after pregnancy. Pregnant women were once considered...read more
Do's and dont's of preganancy in allergy prone mothers
Pregnant mothers should: Not smoke cigarettes and avoid passive smoking. Avoid excessive alcohol intake. Avoid allergy provoking foods such as peanuts, nuts, sesame, eggs and fish. Avoid excessive exposure to pets such as cats, dogs, horses and house-...read more
Egg and embryo donation
Egg donation Egg donation is an option if the woman is a known carrier of a serious genetic disorder and where her ovaries are absent or have ceased to function or are unlikely to respond to induced ovulation.Our egg donors are healthy female volunteers und...read more
Emergency contraception
Options for emergency contraception Emergency contraception (EC) can drastically reduce the chances of an unwanted pregnancy. There are two basic forms of emergency contraception available – the “morning after pill” and the intrauterine device (IUD). Morn...read more
Fertility background
One of the difficult things you may face is all the questions the doctor may ask you when you present yourself for medical investigation. The information here may help you prepare for the questions your doctor may ask.If you find that you have a low sperm count you will need...read more
Fertility treatments
Besides IVF and related treatments, we also offer two main treatments in cases of unexplained infertility –induction of ovulation and intrauterine insemination (IUI) using donor or partner’s semen. Induction of...read more
Four questions about depression
How is depression treated? Most people with depression get better when they get treatment. Once identified, depression almost always can be treated either by therapy, medicine called antidepressants, or both. Some people with milder forms of depression do w...read more
Frequently asked questions about formula feeding
How often should I feed my baby? Experts suggest that you let your baby choose his own routine - how often and how much. As a general guideline between birth and six months your baby will need an average of 2 to 2.5 ounces of formula per pound per day. So, if your baby ...read more
General information about breastfeeding
How can I tell my baby is getting enough milk? Signs to look out for are: Frequent wet/dirty nappies Taking regular feeds - (average 8-12 feeds in 24hrs) Baby is active, alert has a good colour and firm skin The charts in the red book are based on the...read more
Having healthy babies
In the past 10 years, scientific research has uncovered new and exciting information about some of the possible causes of developmental problems, including speech-language delays, autism, attention deficits and learning disabilities. Many organizations and researchers are now focusing on edu...read more
Healthy eating for pregnancy
Including the right things in your diet when you are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant is extremely important. Knowing what to eat and drink and what to avoid goes a long way to ensuring the health of both you and your baby. Folic acid Whether y...read more
High risk pregnancy
For many women, pregnancy is a time of unparalleled joy and expectation. But for others, especially those with chronic medical conditions or who are expecting multiples, pregnancy can be a time of intense fear and uncertaint...read more
How can I take care of myself if I have gestational diabetes?
Taking care of yourself when you have gestational diabetes is very much like taking care of yourself when you have other types of diabetes. But it can be a little scary when you're pregnant and you also have a new condition to take care of. Don't worry. Many women who've had...read more
How do doctors treat infertility?
Infertility can be treated with medicine, surgery, artificial insemination or assisted reproductive technology. Many times these treatments are combined. About two-thirds of couples who are treated for infertility are able to have a baby. In most cases infertility is treated...read more
How is male infertility defined?
Infertility itself is generally defined as the inability to achieve a pregnancy after one year of regular intercourse without contraception. This means that a doctor will usually send a couple away if they have been trying for less than one year and tell the...read more
How to cope with postnatal depression
Being depressed is not easy, it is distressing and you may have mixed feelings. It must be remembered that it is an illness and that it is in no way, shape or form your fault that you are suffering it. You are not hopeless and weak and 1 in 6 mothers are in the same boat a...read more
How to cope withe morning sickness?
Morning sickness ranges from 'unpleasant' to life threatening due to severe dehydration. It is very common during the first trimester of pregnancy and often settles down. For some women morning sickness can be a real problem and make pregnancy a right ordeal...read more
