‘ Bedwetting may be genetic’
Medically referred to as enuresis, there is a myth that laziness is the sole cause of bedwetting in children but…
Getting a fabulous post-baby body: Not just trendy but healthy
A new mother worries about several things but while most of them are about the baby, a few are known…
Infertility: Assisted reproduction as a viable option for childless couples
The prevalence of infertility in Nigeria is becoming alarming. According to statistics, 45 to 50 per cent of all consultations…
Breastfeeding during pregnancy is safe, if…
A mother who discovers she is pregnant again while still breastfeeding may have many questions. Will breastfeeding affect the growth…
Miscarriages, preterm deliveries: Things expectant mothers must know
Getting pregnant could be one of the greatest thrills every woman longs to experience. While welcoming a new born into…
Healthy diet for nursing mothers
Regular meal is very important for nursing mothers when breast-feeding in order to gain essential nutrients and to increase breast…
What to do when your baby’s skin suffers
A baby’s skin can be very satisfying to stroke and cuddling a baby is something most people enjoy doing. This…
What is safe to feed my baby with?
Motherhood can be an exciting period but sometimes, new mothers may be at a loss to the best way to…
Dealing with pregnancy at work
For some women, the pregnancy period can feel like a full-time job. What with the discomforts and symptoms that could…
Dealing with pregnancy at work
For some women, the pregnancy period can feel like a full-time job. What with the discomforts and symptoms that could…
What you should know about your teething baby
Teething is one childhood milestone that brings mixed feelings. The baby’s parents and caregivers are excited that their little one…
Is it ever okay to force-feed a baby?
Mrs M is a new mother and meal times for her baby are emotionally and physically draining on both of…
What to do when you suffer indigestion, heartburn in pregnancy
Getting pregnant is one of the greatest joys a woman experiences. The knowledge that another life is being nurtured and…
Breastfeeding mistakes you are making
It is a fact that breastfeeding provides tremendous benefits for both mother and baby. However, as important as breastfeeding is,…
What your periods could be telling you
The menstrual period is one of the most basic facts of life. The menstrual cycle is the regular natural change…
Why does my breath stink?
Few things are as embarrassing as a person opening his mouth and having people around him cringe or squeeze their…
Why you should sleep in the nude
Over the years, researchers have studied sleep and have disclosed several benefits beyond the obvious providing rest for the body.…
Diabetes: Key to faster-acting insulin found in snail venom
A study of the crystalline 3-D structure of an insulin extracted from the venom of a marine snail reveals a…
How to prevent poisoning this Sallah
With the festivities going on, there is usually a lot of eating and drinking. As is common in this season,…
Depression doesn’t have to take lives —Experts
As humans, we are bound to express various emotions, whether positive or negative. Just as one can have bouts of…
