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During pregnancy, the body needs extra nutrients, vitamins and minerals. An extra 350 to 500 calories are needed every day during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters. A diet lacking key nutrients and vitamins can adversely affect the baby's development, even
A fever during pregnancy is never harmless. A fever, even a mild one, needs to be monitored closely. A mild fever lasting more than 24 hours, or a fever of 38.5°C or more, can be harmful to the pregnancy.
Cumin, the spice that adds a unique flavour to dishes, hides a treasure trove of health benefits, especially for breastfeeding mums. Cumin is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and essential minerals. In addition to its role in cooking, its unsuspected v
Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology have found that prolactin, a hormone produced during breastfeeding to stimulate milk production, increases the number of beta cells in the pancreas. These cells help to regulate bl
Children's respiratory health is essential to their overall well-being. Parents have a key role to play in protecting and promoting their children's lung health. Here are some practical tips to ensure that children's lungs remain healthy as they gro
La très grande majorité des accouchements par voie basse se déroule sans incident. Néanmoins, certaines situations en maternité peuvent être source de complications et de stress. Le point avec Dr Jean-Christophe Ayao Gynécologue Obstétricien à la cli
Involuntary urination is also known as enuresis or nocturnal incontinence. When a person suffers from this condition, they urinate involuntarily while asleep at an age when this should not be happening. However, it doesn't have to happen specifically
Teething is a stage in life that often worries parents when it happens to a very young child. Tough, tough, when the first milk teeth start to erupt. Admittedly, this unpleasant moment is unavoidable, but there are a few tricks that can help.
A fever is a body temperature of 38°C or higher. It's a very common symptom in pregnant women. Although often benign, it should always be reported to a doctor, because of the risks it poses to the pregnancy and the child.
During pregnancy, there may be times when the mother-to-be displays depressive symptoms. What can be done to help a pregnant woman suffering from depression? How can depression during pregnancy be treated?
Women are more vulnerable to depression during pregnancy. During these periods, depression can be confused with pregnancy symptoms. According to Grâce Koumayi, midwife and founder of the NGO « Faire Autrement », this emotional disorder can have an im
During a woman's pregnancy, the uterus is generally the organ that will house the foetus, which will be expelled from the uterine cavity on delivery. However, there are cases where the foetus is placed outside the uterine cavity. According to Dr Dédé