Chikky My Favorite Nurse/Midwife

Chikky My Favorite Nurse/Midwife A PROFFESSIONAL NURSE/MIDWIFE
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KEY FUNCTIONS OF A NORMAL CERVIX🔴Barrier Protection: It remains firm and tightly closed to act as a physical barrier, pr...
29/01/2026

KEY FUNCTIONS OF A NORMAL CERVIX

🔴Barrier Protection: It remains firm and tightly closed to act as a physical barrier, protecting the uterus from bacteria and infections.

🔴Fertility Regulation: It acts as a gatekeeper, producing mucus that becomes thinner and more receptive to s***m during ovulation, while harboring s***m in its crypts for fertilization.

🔴Reproductive Support: During pregnancy, it remains closed to contain the fetus.

🔴Labor and Delivery: At term, the cervix softens, shortens (effaces), and dilates to allow the baby to pass through.

🔴Menstru@l Flow: It opens slightly to allow menstrual bl@ to exit.

Usage Examples of Normal Cervix Function
🔴Ovulation: The cervix becomes softer, higher, and more open, producing thin, stretchy mucus (similar to raw egg whites) to facilitate s***m transport.

🔴 Pregnancy: The cervix stays firm, long, and closed to support the growing fetus.

🔴Labor: The cervix changes from a closed, rigid state to a fully dilated, soft, and thin state.

A normal cervix is the lower, narrow part of the uterus, typically 2-3 cm long, that feels firm but can soften and dilat...
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A normal cervix is the lower, narrow part of the uterus, typically 2-3 cm long, that feels firm but can soften and dilate significantly during childbirth, then return to normal;

its appearance varies, being smooth and pink, with a small opening (os) that can be circular (nulliparous) or slit-like (multiparous) and is lined by different tissues (squamous & columnar epithelium).

It's a dynamic structure, changing texture and position with the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and age, forming a protective mucus plug to block infections.

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How To Push Your Baby

Pushing Techniques
✅ Breathe and Bear Down: Take a deep breath, exhale partially, and push down with your abdominal muscles as if having a bowel movement, keeping your chin tucked to your chest if on your back.

✅ Open Glottis Pushing: Instead of holding your breath (Valsalva method), exhale and make a low sound (like "ah" or "ooh") as you push, which helps keep the pelvic floor open and relaxed.

✅ Focus Your Effort: Concentrate on pushing downward, not screaming or straining your face or arms; this directs energy effectively and protects tissues.

✅ Spontaneous Pushing: Follow your body's natural urge to push, taking breaths and pushing in short bursts or longer efforts as you feel the need.

✅ Directed Pushing (If Guided): Your provider may count to 10 as you push, aiming for 3-4 strong pushes per contraction, especially at the very end.

KEY TIPS
✅ Listen to Your Provider: Follow instructions on when and how long to push, as techniques can vary.

✅ Find Your Best Position: Try upright or side-lying positions, which can be more effective and comfortable.

✅ Don't Fear Pooping: You may pass stool as the baby moves down and pushes everything out; it's a sign you're pushing effectively.

✅ Stay Relaxed: Relax your jaw, shoulders, and thighs to help your body open and make room for the baby.

Practice Before Labor
Practice bearing down by sitting upright, taking a deep breath, and pushing down as if having a large bowel movement, maybe making a low sound as you exhale.

Visualize engaging your inner abdominal (transverse) muscles to support your baby.

FETAL (Twin ) POSITIONS A: Both Head downB: CEPHALIC and BREECH C: BREECH and TRANSVERSE
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FETAL (Twin ) POSITIONS

A: Both Head down
B: CEPHALIC and BREECH
C: BREECH and TRANSVERSE

Chorioamnionitis, or intra-amniotic infection, is a bacterial infection of the amniotic fluid, placenta, and fetal membr...
29/01/2026

Chorioamnionitis, or intra-amniotic infection, is a bacterial infection of the amniotic fluid, placenta, and fetal membranes (amnion/chorion) .

It is usually caused by bacteria ascending from the v@gin@.

Key symptoms include:
✅ maternal fever
✅ tachycardia (fetal/maternal)
✅ uterine tenderness
✅ foul-smelling amniotic fluid.

Risk factors include :

🔴prolonged labor
🔴 premature rupture of membranes (PROM).

Treatment requires prompt intravenous antibiotics and delivery.

POTENTIAL EFFECTS OF INF€CTION ON FETUS/PREGNANCY🔴 Pregnancy L00ss: Misc@rri@ge or stillbirth.🔴 Developmental Issues: Bi...
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POTENTIAL EFFECTS OF INF€CTION ON FETUS/PREGNANCY

🔴 Pregnancy L00ss: Misc@rri@ge or stillbirth.
🔴 Developmental Issues: Birth defects, hearing loss, or learning disabilities.

🔴Birth Complications: Preterm birth (before 37 weeks) or low birth weight.

🔴Congenital Infections: Infections passed from mother to fetus, such as in the case of TORCH pathogens (Toxoplasmosis, Other, Rubella, CMV, Herpes).

PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT TIPS
âš« Vaccination: Receive approved vaccines (e.g., flu, whooping cough) as recommended by healthcare providers.

âš« Hygiene: Wash hands frequently with soap and water.

âš« Food Safety: Avoid unpasteurised milk, soft cheeses, and undercooked meat or fish.

âš« Animal Contact: Avoid changing cat litter and contact with newborn lambs

âš«Prompt Care: Report symptoms like fever, unusual vaginal discharge, or pain to a doctor immediately.

COMMON AND SERIOUS INFECTIONS DURING PREGNANCY🔴 Bacterial Infections: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common and can...
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COMMON AND SERIOUS INFECTIONS DURING PREGNANCY

🔴 Bacterial Infections: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common and can cause pyelonephritis (kidney infection) if untreated.

🔴 Others include Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), Group B Strep (GBS), and Listeria.

🔴 Viral Infections: Influenza is more severe during pregnancy. Others of concern include Zika, Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Chickenpox.

🔴 Parasitic Infections: Toxoplasmosis, often transmitted through cat f***s or undercooked meat.

🔴 STI's: Syphilis, HIV, and other STIs can cause severe congenital issues.

Hemorrhoids (piles) are very common during the third trimester of pregnancy and postpartum, affecting up to 50% of pregn...
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Hemorrhoids (piles) are very common during the third trimester of pregnancy and postpartum, affecting up to 50% of pregnant women due to increased abdominal pressure, constipation, and hormonal changes that relax bl # vessels.

They usually improve on their own after delivery as pressure reduces.

MANAGEMENT AND RELIEF:
🔴 Diet: Consume high-fiber foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) to prevent constipation

🔴 Hydration: Drink plenty of fluids to keep stools soft.

🔴 Hygiene: Use witch hazel pads or warm baths (sitz baths) to soothe swelling.

🔴 Positioning: Avoid sitting for long periods and use a donut cushion for comfort.

🔴 Medication: Consult a doctor for safe over-the-counter creams, suppositories, or stool softeners.

CAUSES DURING PREGNANCY AND AFTER:
âš« Uterine Pressure: The growing baby and uterus put pressure on pelvic veins, slowing bl@ flow.

âš« Constipation: Harder, more frequent straining during bowel movements.

âš« Labor: Pushing during childbirth can cause hemorrhoidal prolapse.

When to Seek Care:
While usually self-limiting, contact a healthcare provider if hemorrhoids are extremely painful, bleed heavily, or persist long after delivery.

KEY D@NGER SIGNS TO WATCH FOR:✅ Bl@/Fluid: Vaginal bl@ or fluid leaking from the v@gin@.✅ Head/Vision Changes: Severe, p...
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KEY D@NGER SIGNS TO WATCH FOR:

✅ Bl@/Fluid: Vaginal bl@ or fluid leaking from the v@gin@.

✅ Head/Vision Changes: Severe, persistent headache, blurred vision, or seeing spots.

✅ Abdominal Pain: Severe, persistent pain or cramping in the belly.

✅ Fever/Weakness: High fever, chills, or feeling too weak to get out of bed.

✅ Breathing/Heart Issues: Difficulty breathing, chest pain, fast heartbeat, or irregular pulse.

✅ Severe Vomiting: Inability to keep liquids down (beyond normal morning sickness).

✅ Swelling: Sudden, extreme swelling of hands or face.

✅ Fetal Movement: Baby stops moving or moves much less than usual.

✅ Dizziness/Fainting: Feeling faint, dizzy, or disoriented.

✅Convulsions/Seizures: Fits or unusual body movements.

PILES (HEMORRHOIDS) AFTER A C-SECTION.PILE AFTER A C-SECTION are common due to pregnancy pressure, constipation, and str...
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PILES (HEMORRHOIDS) AFTER A C-SECTION.

PILE AFTER A C-SECTION are common due to pregnancy pressure, constipation, and straining.

They usually resolve within a few days or weeks.

KEY MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES:
✅ Diet and Hydration: Eat foods high in fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.

✅ Soothing Treatments: Apply witch hazel pads or cold packs to the area for 20-30 minutes.

✅ Use over-the-counter creams, ointments, or suppositories as recommended by a doctor.

✅ Pain Relief: Use a warm sitz bath or soak in a shallow, warm tub to reduce swelling.

✅Physical Adjustments: Sit on a pillow or donut cushion to reduce re**al pressure.

✅ Avoid sitting for long periods.

✅ Comfort Measures: Use stool softeners to reduce straining during bowel movements.

When to See a Doctor:
While generally harmless, consult a healthcare provider if the hemorrhoids are very painful, persist for several weeks, cause significant re**al bl@, or do not improve with home treatment.

Recovery of UMBILICAL HERNIA
29/01/2026

Recovery of UMBILICAL HERNIA

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