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Pregnancy is often easier when you’re younger because fertility, egg quality, and physical resilience are better.Risks f...
30/01/2026

Pregnancy is often easier when you’re younger because fertility, egg quality, and physical resilience are better.
Risks for mother and baby increase gradually with age, especially after 35, though many older women still have healthy pregnancies.
Recovery is usually faster in your 20s and early 30s.
Fertility declines quietly over time, so delaying can make conception harder later.

Medically ideal age: 20–30 years
Still very safe: 30–35 years
Higher-risk (but possible): 35+ years

👉 Best age overall is when health, emotional readiness, and life stability align, not just age alone.

What happens inside the womb? •The baby stops moving •The baby’s heart stops beatingThe mother may notice: •No fetal mov...
19/01/2026

What happens inside the womb?
•The baby stops moving
•The baby’s heart stops beating

The mother may notice:
•No fetal movements
•Baby not kicking like before
•Sometimes brown discharge or light bleeding
•Sometimes tummy pain
•Some women feel nothing at first

19/01/2026

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19/01/2026

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A v***ar hematoma after delivery happens when a blood vessel under the skin tears and blood collects in the v***a area.C...
12/01/2026

A v***ar hematoma after delivery happens when a blood vessel under the skin tears and blood collects in the v***a area.

Common causes include:

• Prolonged labour
• Instrumental delivery (forceps / vacuum)
• Large baby or fast delivery
• Tear or trauma to the birth canal
• Episiotomy
• Blood clotting problems

It usually appears as a painful, swollen, dark lump soon after birth.
Treatment depends on the size some are observed, while large ones may need drainage and hospital care.

Yes. For most healthy pregnancies, it is safe to have s*x every day.It does not harm the baby, because the baby is prote...
12/01/2026

Yes. For most healthy pregnancies, it is safe to have s*x every day.

It does not harm the baby, because the baby is protected inside the womb.

Avoid s*x or get medical advice if you have:

• Bleeding
• Leaking water
• Placenta previa
• Severe pain after s*x
• History of preterm labour
• Your doctor advised pelvic rest

Otherwise, s*x in pregnancy is safe and normal just choose comfortable positions and stop if there is pain.

That change is normal. A baby’s heart rate can move up and down anywhere between 110–160 bpm is normal in pregnancy. A s...
12/01/2026

That change is normal. A baby’s heart rate can move up and down anywhere between 110–160 bpm is normal in pregnancy. A shift from 140 to 137 bpm is small and not a problem.

It can change with:
• baby movement or sleep
• your position
• mild dehydration or stress

Get checked urgently if you notice:
• reduced baby movements
• heart rate below 110 or above 160
• bleeding, pain, or leaking fluid

Otherwise this heart rate is normal and reassuring.

Here are simple best practices during pregnancy:• Attend all antenatal clinics• Eat balanced meals and drink enough wate...
06/01/2026

Here are simple best practices during pregnancy:

• Attend all antenatal clinics
• Eat balanced meals and drink enough water
• Take folic acid and iron as advised
• Sleep on your side, especially the left
• Stay active with gentle exercises
• Avoid alcohol, smoking, and drugs
• Keep clean and avoid inserting anything in the va**na
• Monitor baby movements daily

If you notice bleeding, severe pain, fever, or reduced movements — seek care immediately.

Fatigue in early pregnancy is very common. Your body is working hard to support the baby and your hormones are changing....
05/01/2026

Fatigue in early pregnancy is very common. Your body is working hard to support the baby and your hormones are changing.

To cope:

• Rest often and sleep earlier
• Eat small frequent meals
• Drink enough water
• Avoid heavy work and stress
• Take your prenatal vitamins

Energy usually improves after the first trimester.
If you also have dizziness, fainting, or severe weakness get checked.

The best and safest way to sleep during pregnancy is on your side, especially on the left side. This position helps impr...
05/01/2026

The best and safest way to sleep during pregnancy is on your side, especially on the left side.

This position helps improve blood flow to the baby, reduces swelling in your feet, prevents pressure on major blood vessels, and can ease back pain and heartburn.

For better comfort, you can use pillows one between your knees, one under your belly, and one behind your back for support.

If you wake up and find yourself lying on your back, don’t worry gently turn back to your side and continue resting.

05/01/2026

Baby blues are mild mood changes that happen in the first 1–2 weeks after birth.

Common signs:

• Crying easily
• Feeling emotional or overwhelmed
• Mood swings
• Trouble sleeping
• Feeling anxious

They usually improve on their own with rest, support, and reassurance.

If the feelings last longer than 2 weeks, get worse, or you feel hopeless please see your midwife or doctor, as it may be postpartum depression.

Here is the simple recommended schedule for antenatal clinic visits:• First visit — as soon as you know you’re pregnant•...
05/01/2026

Here is the simple recommended schedule for antenatal clinic visits:

• First visit — as soon as you know you’re pregnant
• Up to 28 weeks — once every 4 weeks
• 28 to 36 weeks — every 2 weeks
• 36 weeks to delivery — every week

Go earlier than your appointment if you notice bleeding, severe pain, leaking water, fever, or reduced baby movements.

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