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Help! My baby is breech
You just found out your baby’s in the breech position and you’re panicking. A breech pregnancy occurs when the baby is positioned...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 15, 20181 min read


Managing pregnancy loss
Losing your baby is a tragedy. Take your time to recover. Losing your baby at any stage is a traumatic event which will have an intense...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 14, 20182 min read


Stem cells repair damages
When affected by disease, our immune system innately heal. Stem cells, like soldiers in our immune system, help us heal quicker. Stem...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20181 min read


Cord blood explained
You have heard of ‘bone marrow transplant’ or ‘stem cell transplant’ but not entirely sure what they mean. Fret not and let me explain....

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20181 min read


Mal-developments may occur
A birth development may sometimes happen during first trimester. While growing in the womb, some babies may have developmental issues....

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20181 min read


4 must-do scans in pregnancy
What are the must-do scans that I should consider? An ultrasound scan is the commonest assessment tool that your doctor will use...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20182 min read


What to expect #4 month
Are you feeling the flutter? It is like bubbling in your tummy. This is the first sign of your baby moving! Get ready for a growth spurt....

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20181 min read


Doppler scan explained
Doppler scan estimates the placental blood flow to baby. It suggests if sufficient oxygen is delivered to major organs like brain and...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20181 min read


What to expect during major scan
Details, details! This major ultrasound scan gives you a detailed glimpse of your baby's development. This major scan is undoubtedly the...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20181 min read


What to expect in delivery ward
You're so close, Mom! Get prepared, this is what to expect once admitted to the delivery ward. Once you land at the labour ward, the...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 13, 20182 min read


Premature labour can happen
Prematurity can strike unknowingly. Know what it means and you can be on the look-out. Premature (preterm) labour means an earlier than...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 12, 20181 min read


8 tips for heartburn in pregnancy
It’s not uncommon to experience heartburn when you’re pregnant, and it is not a cause for concern. Heartburn, indigestion and bloatedness...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 12, 20181 min read


Blocked ears in pregnancy
"It feels like I’m on a plane all the time and the ear pressure is crazy with every small sound being magnified." Pregnancy changes your...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 12, 20181 min read


5 symptoms to expect in third trimester
Welcome to #3 trimester! But you may feel breathless and find it hard to sleep. This week, you’re embarking on #7 month i.e. your third...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 12, 20181 min read


I feel giddy. Is it normal?
Giddy spell during pregnancy is definitely not a positive experience. Can I prevent it? You may occasionally feel lightheaded or dizzy...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20181 min read


Constipation during pregnancy
Wondering what it feels like to be constipated while pregnant? You might have that “stopped up” feeling, abdominal discomfort or have...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20182 min read


Can I feel baby movements?
If your baby’s movements lessen or cease, it can be a sign of cord accident. So do pay attention to the pattern of kicks of your baby and...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20182 min read


Headaches during Pregnancy
Headaches are common during pregnancy. They may occur at any trimester, but most frequent during the first trimester. During the first...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20182 min read


Breathlessness in pregnancy
Feeling short of breath is common in pregnancy. But this could be a warning sign of serious condition. You may be out of breath because...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read


What happens in second trimester?
Your exciting moments have arrived as you feel those little flutters and kicks of your baby. These tiny movements reassure you that baby...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read
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