Dr Khashia Sayed

04/06/2024

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03/06/2024

The best sleep position during pregnancy is sleep on side because it provides the best circulation for you and your baby

However do not get scared if you wake up and find yourself sleeping in another position. Change your position as soon as you realise it

This applies after 28 weeks, however it is always advised to sleep on the left early on to make your body used to this position. Left lying is preferred over right sided lying due to several factors such as:
👉Best circulation to baby - Increases amount of blood and nutrients reaching placenta and your baby
👉Least pressure on your veins and internal organs - Reducing potential swelling, varicose veins and haemorrhoids

Problems with sleeping in other positions
Sleeping on your back
👉 Causes problems with backaches, breathing, the digestive system, hemorrhoids, low blood pressure and cause a decrease in circulation to your heart and your baby.
👉 This is a result of your growing abdomen resting on your intestines and major blood vessels (the aorta and vena cava).  You can also develop sleep apnea as you put on weight.

Sleeping on your stomach
👉 When you are farther along in your pregnancy, your breasts become more tender and your abdomen continues to grow, both making sleeping on your tummy uncomfortable

Reasons for your discomfort may include:

* Increased size of the abdomen
* Back pain
* Heartburn
* Shortness of breath
* Insomnia

Steps to Sleeping Better While Pregnant
* Limit caffeine. Try not to drink coffee or caffeinated tea after 3 p.m.
* Brink plenty of water. Drink lot of water through out the day, but limit intake a couple of hours before bedtime so you don’t have to wake up and go to the bathroom.
* Exercise for 30 minutes. Exercise helps you sleep better, but don’t exercise within four hours of bedtime.
* Relaxing activities. A warm bath, foot or shoulder massage
* Peaceful bedroom. Keeping your bedroom dark, quiet and cool at night will help to drift off to sleep and stay asleep

28/05/2024

So happy to bring so much joy to this family. Welcome to the world little one 🩷

27/05/2024

✨Phases of the menstrual cycle✨

🪺Follicular phase (non bleeding) - It begins on the first day of a woman’s period and usually lasts about 14 to 21 days until ovulation happens. During this phase, the brain releases a follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which helps eggs grow in little sacs called follicles on the ovaries. Only one of these eggs becomes the 'chosen one' and grows bigger, releasing more estrogen. This estrogen makes the lining of the uterus thicker, preparing it for a possible pregnancy.

🥚Ovulatory (ovulation occurs and egg is released) - Ovulation is when a mature egg is released from one of the ovaries. It usually occurs around the middle of the menstrual cycle, between days 14 to 16 in a typical 28-day cycle, and lasts about 12 to 24 hours.
During ovulation, the body releases a hormone called the luteinizing hormone (LH). The LH tells the matured egg it's time to come out of its sac in the o***y.

🍩Luteal (starts after ovulation occurs) - Begins after ovulation and lasts until the start of the next menstruation phase (period). During this phase, a special structure or cyst called the corpus luteum is formed in the o***y. This cyst releases hormones, like progesterone, that prepare the uterus (womb) for a possible pregnancy

🩸Menstrual phase (your period comes) - Occurs if there is no pregnancy and can last between 3-7 days. This is also the beginning of the follicular phase and the start of a new cycle.

26/05/2024

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26/05/2024

✨Weight gain during pregnancy✨

Most women should gain somewhere between 25 and 35 pounds (11.5 to 16 kilograms) during pregnancy. The amount of weight gain depends on your situation ( I.e pre pregnancy weight, eating habits, physical activity and the number of babies)

There is no fixed amount of weight gain that is expected. Some of the recommendations of weight gain are with respect to your BMI prior to getting pregnant. If you are overweight it is advised to gain less weight compared to someone of a normal BMI and if you are underweight you are expected to gain more weight than a normal BMI woman

In the first trimester, your baby is tiny and you may not gain much weight and in fact you may even lose weight due to morning sickness. This is ok as the baby will require most of the nutrition in the second trimester

By the second trimester, weight gain aim for women with different BMI weight ranges should be as follows:
(1 pound= approximately 450 grams)
* Underweight (BMI under 18.5) before pregnancy: About 1 pound per week (28 to 40 total pounds total during pregnancy)
* Normal BMI (18.5 to 24.9) before pregnancy: Less than 1 pound per week (25 to 35 pounds total during pregnancy)
* Overweight (BMI 25 to 29.9) before pregnancy: About 0.6 pounds per week (15 to 25 pounds total during pregnancy)
* Obese (BMI 30 or more) before pregnancy: About 0.5 pounds per week (11 to 20 pounds total during pregnancy)

Gaining too much weight can increase your risk of complications.
These include:
* gestational diabetes
* pre-eclampsia

Gaining too little weight can cause problems such as premature birth and a baby with a low birth weight (less than 2.5kg or 5.5lb at birth).
It can also mean your body isn't storing enough fat.
Lack of weight gain can be related to your diet and weight before you become pregnant.
But some naturally slim women stay slim while they're pregnant and have healthy babies.

You can do your part by eating a healthy diet. Also, for most pregnant women, getting at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise, such as brisk walking or swimming, is recommended on most days.

23/05/2024

21/05/2024

Heartburn is common in pregnancy and can start anytime but it is more common from 12 weeks onwards

You get symptoms of indigestion when the acid in your stomach irritates your stomach lining. This causes pain and a burning feeling.

When you’re pregnant, you’re more likely to have indigestion because of:
* hormonal changes
* the growing baby pressing on your stomach
* the muscles between your stomach and esophagus relaxing, allowing stomach acid to come back up

Things you can do to help with indigestion and heartburn

👉Avoid foods that trigger Acid Reflux
👉Avoid sleeping right after eating meals ( at least 3 hours after)
👉Propping your head and shoulders up when you go to bed can stop stomach acid coming up while you sleep.
👉Sleeping on your left side can also help.
👉Eating smaller meals rather than larger meals
👉Eating yoghurts and milk can help
👉Drink between ( not during ) meals
👉Take walks
👉Wear loose and comfortable clothing

Foods To Avoid: Common Triggers Of Acid Reflux
* Spicy foods.
* Fatty or greasy foods.
* Chocolate.
* Mint.
* Acidic foods and drinks, such as citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes, garlic, and onions.
* Carbonated drinks like soda or seltzer.
* Caffeine drinks like coffee and tea.
* Alcohol

If these don’t work, please consult your obstetrician

22/04/2024

The first trimester is from week 1 to the end of week 12

The second trimester is from week 13 to the end of week 27

The third trimester is from week 28 to the end of the pregnancy

11/03/2024

Ramadan Kareem 🌙

09/03/2024

When Moms are trying to sleep ……. Baby’s are doing this 👶🏻