Pregnancy

The Crucial Connection: Maternal nutrition and child development

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World Health Day celebrated annually on 7 April, is aimed at raising awareness about key public health issues and promoting improvements in health and well-being worldwide. This year’s theme, Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures, focuses on maternal and newborn health, stressing the vital role that nutrition plays in shaping a child’s future. It serves as an […]

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Life Vincent Pallotti hospital offers you a personalised birthing experience!

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The arrival of a baby is one of life’s most transformative moments, and at Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital, every effort is made to ensure it is a memorable and joyous experience for both mother and baby. The hospital’s maternity team is committed to providing exceptional medical care while offering personalized attention every step of the

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Get moving for a healthy, more comfortable pregnancy

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The physical strain pregnancy puts on an expectant mother’s body should not be underestimated. An obstetrician gynaecologist offers her insights for alleviating discomfort and promoting wellbeing with exercise and stretching throughout pregnancy. “Incorporating a simple stretching routine into your daily schedule can help relieve muscular tension, support maternal and baby health, and prepare the body

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Maternal anaemia: 2 out of 3 South African expectant mothers at risk

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Anaemia is a global health challenge impacting many pregnant women and their newborns. According to the World Health Organization, anaemia affects around 40% of pregnant women globally, with even higher rates in developing regions such as South Africa, where two out of three expectant mothers have low iron levels and one in three is anaemic.

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FUTURELIFE® MOTHERS FOOD™ is shaking up pregnancy nutrition

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FUTURELIFE® MOTHERS FOOD™ has won the Best Pregnancy Shake category in the prestigious BabyYumYum Parent Choice Product Awards 2024. This recognition comes straight from those who matter most: mothers who have experienced the difference firsthand and voted for their favourite shake in the BabyYumYum survey. The annual BabyYumYum Parent Choice Product Awards, now in its

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Strengthen and support your pregnancy with traditional Chinese medicine wisdom

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Pregnancy is a journey marked by profound changes as a woman’s body nurtures new life with careful balance and strength. At Chinaherb, we understand the importance of supporting this journey through natural, effective solutions rooted in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Our Nourish Blood formula is crafted to provide comprehensive support, especially for expecting mothers who

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Your guide to pregnancy and parenthood

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Dis-Chem has launched an extensive parenting programme, Baby & Me, within its app, which will arm users with wide-ranging information and knowledge relating to pregnancy and babies. This innovative programme is designed to support expectant and new parents in effortlessly navigating the challenges of pregnancy and early childcare. It offers a comprehensive range of features

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September is Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month

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South Africa faces a significant challenge with foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), a condition that is 100% preventable, yet alarmingly prevalent in this country. Research estimates that South Africa has a national prevalence rate of 11% of FASD, with rates as high as 31% reported in certain localities – the highest recorded rate globally. FASD

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The ultimate indulgent experience for feet, legs and ankles

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Tired, achy legs got you down? Longing for a way to improve your circulation and feel more energised throughout the day? We’ve all been there. Standing or sitting for extended periods can wreak havoc on our legs, leaving them feeling heavy, swollen and downright uncomfortable. But fear not! There’s a simple solution that goes beyond

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South African women at higher risk of perinatal depression

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South Africa faces a perinatal depression crisis, with mothers three to four times more likely to be affected than their global counterparts. “Statistics indicate that between 30% and 40% of South African women will experience perinatal depression compared to a global rate of 10%,” says psychiatrist Dr Bavi Vythilingum, who practises at Netcare Akeso Kenilworth, Cape Town.

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