Male infertility is a very real issue, yet it is often misunderstood and misconstrued in African cultures. The truth is male infertility affects many couples in Africa, yet the stigma associated with it means that many men do not seek medical help or even discuss the issue with loved ones. This article aims to demystify male infertility by enlightening African couples on the causes and solutions…
Pregnancy can be a rough journey; more days than not, you’re just not feeling it. But it doesn’t have to make you lose all your shine if you can help it. As much as pregnancy causes changes that alter your natural frame, taking care of your skin should be at the top of your list. The changes a pregnant woman experiences are caused by increased female hormones known as oestrogen and…
While pregnancy is a beautiful experience, it is also a time when you and your baby are more susceptible to diseases. Knowing which foods to consume and avoid can be challenging for a first-time mom.
Sour creams are dairy products that have undergone the process of pasteurization i.e. heating the product under mild heat and then cooling it. One concern most pregnant women have is whether sour…
Abnormal vaginal bleeding, also known as menometrorrhagia, occurs when your periods are weighty and prolonged. It can also happen when you bleed between your regular periods. A lot of factors can cause unusual blood flow.
Some Factors Responsible For Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding Include;
Growth in your uterus or cervix:
This includes uterine fibroids, cervical polyps, and…
Finding a rash on your breast may be related to something that affects the skin all over the body. However, some conditions can only be found in the breast. It is important to know if the cause is related to a general skin condition or if it is a sign of a more serious disease such as breast cancer.
Breast rash is characterized by eruptions, inflammations, and redness or discolouration on…
If you are sexually active, you might be considering contraceptive options to protect yourself from unplanned pregnancies.
Contraception aims to prevent pregnancy; it tries to stop pregnancy by stopping egg production, keeping the sperm and egg apart, or stopping the combination of egg and sperm (fertilisation of egg) from attachment to the lining of the womb.
Women, men, or couples at any given…
Pregnant women and cravings are like gloves in hand, almost inseparable. Sometimes pouring a cold bottle of fizzy drink down your throat is just what you want to satisfy that craving. However, you might want to strongly consider staying away because the presence of carbon dioxide makes them dangerous to your health and your baby.
This explains why they make that bubbling long ‘s’ sound…
Since the times, when couples face infertility issues, people generally assume it’s the woman’s fault. However, going by new information, this perception needs to change as male infertility is currently on the rise in Nigeria.
According to fertility expert Dr Abayomi Ajayi, the CEO of Nordica Fertility Centre, one out of three cases of infertility is caused by the man alone. Half the…
The beginning of a new pregnancy is exciting, and it is the same when approaching the end because you can’t stop counting down the days till you meet your little one. It can also get stressful once it’s time for the baby to come, and it doesn’t. This typically means that your baby has passed its due date.
A typical pregnancy lasts between 39 to 41 weeks; if a baby is born past 40 weeks, it…
Getting pregnant can be scary, especially when you don’t plan for it. I’m sure many women are trying to find the right protective measure. One measure to take to avoid an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy is the use of an IUD.
IUD is one contraceptive that can be used to prevent pregnancy, and there are essential factors to note before getting one.
IUDs or intrauterine devices are one of the…