The mystique of induction & labour
How is induction done? Do I need one? You have heard this term many times, but what does it mean? Induction of labour (IOL) is a medical...
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Dr Annabelle Chow
Sep 28, 20232 min
Postnatal Blues
Your baby has arrived but instead of feeling happy, you feel sad, irritable and even angry at times. Why are you feeling down instead?...
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Ms Jasmine Yeo
Oct 10, 20222 min
Managing the Baby Blues
Your baby has finally arrived but strangely, instead of feeling happy, you feel sad, irritable, and even angry at times. You re likely to...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Oct 7, 20191 min
5 Must-knows when choosing Family Cord Blood Bank
This is an important decision for you and your family. Choose carefully as this is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to store your baby’s...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Aug 21, 20191 min
Love Grows Here: Right in the womb
Wondering what is ideal weight gain in pregnancy? Worried about your D-day (delivery day)? Can your delivery be painless? These questions...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 29, 20182 min
Debunking 5 myths on epidural
Epidural analgesia is said to have many side effects, how true are they? (Source: Pregnancy Singapore) Epidural analgesia (EA) is...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 28, 20182 min
Be cool about your birth plan
A well thought-out birth plan sets your expectation for your delivery but get mentally prepared for the unexpected. “A birth plan is a...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 27, 20181 min
What to pack for my delivery?
Now is the time to gather all the essentials that you'll need for the delivery stay. So that you can stay calm when the day arrives. Many...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 22, 20182 min
Episiotomy - the "cut" demystify
Once a routine part of childbirth, an episiotomy is now recommended only in selected deliveries. When you ​​are at full dilatation (10...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 21, 20182 min
Cesarean section delivery
During labour, your doctor may decide for C-section right away. This can be a sudden decision if you or baby's health takes a turn for...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 18, 20181 min
I want VBAC (Vaginal Birth after C- section)
Women who had a previous C-section may be still be suitable for VBAC. Consult your doctor. What is VBAC? VBAC is an acronym for Vaginal...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 16, 20183 min
What to expect at Vacuum or Forceps Delivery
Imagine you are in labour and you’ve been pushing for hours. The doctor brings up the idea of using forceps or a vacuum to deliver your...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 16, 20181 min
Explaining vacuum & forceps delivery
Did you imagine horror music and picture metal instruments attached to your baby’s head? If so, take a deep breath. It’s not that scary....
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 15, 20182 min
I want a painless labour
Every woman experiences and tolerates pain differently. Sometimes, focussed breathing is all that's needed to get through labour, while...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 13, 20182 min
Cord-cutting is a sacred act
Are you brave to cut the umbilical cord? You will be asked to do the honour at the delivery. Cutting the cord by daddy is a modern trend....
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 12, 20182 min
What to expect when water breaks
Sometimes, the amniotic sac can burst suddenly when you least expect. Read on so that you can be prepared when it happens. It may sound...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 11, 20182 min
I can't tell Braxton Hicks contraction
For first-time mom, recognising contraction pains is challenging. On one hand, you desire to go hospital in time but certainly don't want...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 10, 20181 min
Am I in labour?
Every woman's account of labour is unique. You may truly recognise after your first experience! Like first love, labour is so magical...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 19, 20182 min
The confusing stages of labour
Most women are still confused about the stages of labour even though they had previous deliveries. Let's demystify the labour process....
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 15, 20181 min
Electronic monitoring in labour
Labour can be stressful for you and baby. During each contraction, your baby is tightly squeezed in your womb, which interrupts the blood...
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