voucher:
Please is it normal to start feeling pain abi pressure in my pelvic area already? We are just 20 weeks plus, i feel it’s too early

It's not too early dear.. Your body is changing to accommodate your baby. Your baby is also adding weight and your uterus is expanding thereby putting more pressure on your ligaments and muscles at your pelvic area hence the pain.
It's totally normal.

novia22:


It's not too early dear.. Your body is changing to accommodate your baby. Your baby is also adding weight and your uterus is expanding thereby putting more pressure on your ligaments and muscles at your pelvic area hence the pain.
It's totally normal.

Okay thank you so much mama, I didn’t experience it this early in my other pregnancies.. women dey try sha

#ATGHeadachesDuringPregnancy

Topic: Headaches during pregnancy

#Intro

1. Headaches are one of the most common discomforts experienced during pregnancy.

2. Headaches may occur at any time during your pregnancy, but they tend to be most common during the first and third trimesters.

3. Women who have regular migraine headaches may discover that they experience fewer migraines during pregnancy; however, some women may encounter the same number or even more migraine headaches.

4. If you are pregnant, it is important to talk to your health care provider about any medications that you may be taking for headaches.

#Causes

What causes headaches during pregnancy?

· During the first trimester, your body experiences a surge of hormones and an increase in blood volume.

· These two changes can cause more frequent headaches.

· These headaches may be further aggravated by stress, poor posture or changes in your vision.

· Headaches during the third trimester tend to be related more often to poor posture and tension from carrying extra weight.

· Headaches during the third trimester may also be caused by a condition called preeclampsia, which is high blood pressure during pregnancy.

Other causes of headaches during pregnancy may involve one or more of the following:

Lack of sleep
Low blood sugar
Dehydration
Caffeine withdrawal
Stress (due to many changes)

#Management

What can you do to treat headaches during pregnancy?

The best way to deal with headaches is to avoid them altogether.

Avoiding tension headaches is easiest when you follow these tips:

Practice good posture (especially during the third trimester)
Get plenty of rest and relaxation
Exercise
Eat well-balanced meals
Apply cold or heat packs to your head
If you are not able to prevent headaches, there are still steps you can take to help them go away. During pregnancy, you want to try and relieve your headache by natural means if possible.

Pain relief medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen are not recommended in most pregnancies; however, acetaminophen may be recommended by your health care provider.

#Remedies

Natural remedies:

Warm compress around your eyes and nose, If you have a sinus headache,
Apply a cold compress or ice pack at the base of your neck. If you have a tension headache,
Maintain your blood sugar by eating smaller, more frequent meals – this may also help prevent future headaches
Get a massage – massaging your shoulders and neck is an effective way to relieve pain
Rest in a dark room and practice deep breathing
Take a warm shower or bath
Applying heat or cold to the sides of the head, the eyes, or along the back of the neck is one of the best ways to reduce or relieve the pain associated with a headache.
Heating pads and cold packs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but most require using a microwave or the freezer first.

#Triggers

Potential triggers include:



Chocolate

Alcohol

Yogurt

Aged cheese

Peanuts

Breads with fresh yeast

#DoctorCall

When should you contact your health care provider?

Unfortunately, headaches are a normal part of pregnancy; however, you should be able to experience some relief.


Contact your health care provider:

Before taking any medications

If you do not experience any relief from the remedies above

Your headaches get worse or more persistent

You experience headaches that are different than normal

Your headaches are accompanied by blurry vision, sudden weight gain, pain in the upper right abdomen, and swelling in the hands and face

Thank you

~ ATG Group

Reference & Photo Credit

American Pregnancy Association

Mayo clinic

DIY Life Martini.

Hello Mama's, please I need advice on how to go about still exclusively breastfeeding my baby once my maternity leave end. Baby is almost 3 month and in about 2 weeks I have to go back to work and she has been on only breast milk. Would still want to continue it till she is 6 months. She will be starting daycare once I resume, please I need advice from experienced Mama's on how to package the breast milk for her till I pick her up from the daycare.

shiller:


Thank God you are already in the hospital..

You will be fine Ma

AMEN. Thank you

Advise needed


There's an Indian firm offering to use my car from Monday to Friday, time is 9am to 5pm but time is subjected to change.

So they gave me 2 options
1. They use my car and fuel it during the period they use it while they pay me 12k after the day

2. They let me fuel the car while they use it for the day and pay me 15k after..


This people don't go around, just to drive them to office and wait till they close while you drive them back home but sometimes, they can goto their office outside Lagos but you don't get to be burning fuel around.


Does this offer makes sense and which will you be going for if it were to be you.

Olayetan:
Advise needed


There's an Indian firm offering to use my car from Monday to Friday, time is 9am to 5pm but time is subjected to change.

So they gave me 2 options
1. They use my car and fuel it during the period they use it while they pay me 12k after the day

2. They let me fuel the car while they use it for the day and pay me 15k after..


This people don't go around, just to drive them to office and wait till they close while you drive them back home but sometimes, they can goto their office outside Lagos but you don't get to be burning fuel around.


Does this offer makes sense and which will you be going for if it were to be you.

The first option is a better deal for me. You don't have to go through the stress of buying fuel. They will handle it themselves.

Pweetiebabe:
TEAM NOVEMBER JULY ROLL CALL


Our ageless father we bless you , it has been you all through from the beginning of this journey up to this moment. We thank you for the gift of life, provision, protection ND guidance. Thank you Lord for the babies in the womb. We pray this month shall favour us and we shall record no loss.

Lord Let the rain of BFP fall upon the TTC thread this month in Jesus name.

NAME.....................EDD....................SEX

1. Pweetiebabe.....Nov 2..........XX(team pink)
2. Voucher.............Nov19..........XX(team pink)
3. Awesomejah......Nov24.........Unknown
4. Opsycal...............Nov18.........Unknown
5. Haafiness
6. Mmadimma.........Nov17.......XY(team blue)
7. Missviva..............Nov12......Unknown
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9. HopefulBee......Nov21......Unknown
10. Onyi4classic.....Nov13.....Unknown
11. Brownsmoothie....Nov15.....XY(team blue)
12. Stenvee................9.Nov19....unknown
13.

Oya now team no loss ,we are getting closer to meeting our LO's
#TeamNovemberForEasyDelivery#
#TeamNoLoss#

Amen to your prayers cappo. We are fine and pushing

Hi mamas. Trust we are all good?
I'm about 20weeks and people say I should be noticing my baby kicks by now. Please how does it feel like? I'm a FTM

Thanks dear. We're doing great. Vigilante no be anybody mate o

Layormiii:
chaiii.. I no see am ooo. Congratulations mama. How's baby doing. I will include your name now

shiller:


one contraction now baby will come out fast fast..

Supernatural Delivery to all of us oo,Amen

Amen ooo

Sassy256:

Ur almost there mama, e be like na u go open show for your teamies cos this kind hooking na the real deal.

Ha mama I can't wait oo I barely sleep well at night,doc even said baby's head has dropped into the pelvis I walk like real duck now sef. My baby shud help mummy and come this week abeg

Mmadimma:
Hi mamas. Trust we are all good?
I'm about 20weeks and people say I should be noticing my baby kicks by now. Please how does it feel like? I'm a FTM

Feels like kicks with their tiny cute feet then you should be feeling movements too by now

Mmadimma:
Hi mamas. Trust we are all good?
I'm about 20weeks and people say I should be noticing my baby kicks by now. Please how does it feel like? I'm a FTM

Yes you should!! Though it might not be intense for now... But, you should be feeling it.

StarryV:
hahahaha this mama is something else I swear you gat me laughing out loud here.

U never see something sef,my hubby shines his phone torch light anytime I spread my legs to sit down and groan with the heaviness down dre. He will say abi she is coming now?

Baby Girl kicks sooo much!!

I thought they said boys were more active than girls. Lool

My stomach is always dancing awilo at this point.. I only feel baby boy's kicks from time to time but baby girl is soo active! We bless God for taking us this far..

Hope everyone is coping well, have a pleasant night rest. Oh has anyone done maternity shoot yet?

AmNuhRegular:
Baby Girl kicks sooo much!!

I thought they said boys were more active than girls. Lool

My stomach is always dancing awilo at this point.. I only feel baby boy's kicks from time to time but baby girl is soo active! We bless God for taking us this far..

Hope everyone is coping well, have a pleasant night rest. Oh has anyone done maternity shoot yet?

with my daughter I could hardly feel the kicks but this bobo keeps my belly jiggling every second, especially after I eat. Enjoy

AmNuhRegular:
Baby Girl kicks sooo much!!

I thought they said boys were more active than girls. Lool

My stomach is always dancing awilo at this point.. I only feel baby boy's kicks from time to time but baby girl is soo active! We bless God for taking us this far..

Hope everyone is coping well, have a pleasant night rest. Oh has anyone done maternity shoot yet?

It's true oo baby gals kick much ,my baby na over active dey worry her up till now I really thank God. It's not easy but we dey manage the kicks. As for maternity shoot I prepared for it oo BT now I no even get nyash to plait my hair again oo

AmNuhRegular:
Baby Girl kicks sooo much!!

I thought they said boys were more active than girls. Lool

My stomach is always dancing awilo at this point.. I only feel baby boy's kicks from time to time but baby girl is soo active! We bless God for taking us this far..

Hope everyone is coping well, have a pleasant night rest. Oh has anyone done maternity shoot yet?

I think baby girls are move active cos each time i go for scan, they will say this your baby is too active madam and I’m always feeling her move in my stomach..
For maternity shoot, I intend doing mine next month so i can still look fine small, my birthday is October and I’m team November so i will do birthday and maternity shoot

voucher:


I think baby girls are move active cos each time i go for scan, they will say this your baby is too active madam and I’m always feeling her move in my stomach..
For maternity shoot, I intend doing mine next month so i can still look fine small, my birthday is October and I’m team November so i will do birthday and maternity shoot

Aaawhn that's cute momma. How many scans have you done, if u don't mind

ladyrachy:

It's true oo baby gals kick much ,my baby na over active dey worry her up till now I really thank God. It's not easy but we dey manage the kicks. As for maternity shoot I prepared for it oo BT now I no even get nyash to plait my hair again oo

Lmao we pray for speedy recovery of this nyash

cinderellashoes:

with my daughter I could hardly feel the kicks but this bobo keeps my belly jiggling every second, especially after I eat. Enjoy

Loool... Different strokes I guess..
Thank u cappo

AmNuhRegular:


Lmao we pray for speedy recovery of this nyash

Amen ooo I really need to change my June hairstyle

AmNuhRegular:


Aaawhn that's cute momma. How many scans have you done, if u don't mind

4 scans..i will do another one next week
Some mamas here have initiated me into plenty scan group, lool

voucher:


4 scans..i will do another one next week
Some mamas here have initiated me into plenty scan group, lool

14weeks and I have done 6scans

DISCOMFORTS IN PREGNANCY

NAUSEA AND VOMITING
Occurs in the first trimester. Caused by elevated levels of human chronic gonadotropin and changes in carbohydrate metabolism

WHAT TO DO
-eat dry foods like cereal, toast or crackers before getting out of bed
-Avoid brushing your teeth immediately after arising
-Easy small frequent low fat meals during the day.
-Drink liquid between meals rather than after meals.
-Avoid fried foods and spicy foods.

SYNCOPE
Usually occur in the first trimester.
It may be triggered hormonally or caused by the increased blood volume, anaemia, sudden position changes, fatigue or lying supine.

WHAT TO DO
-sit with feet elevated
-change position slowly
-change your position to the lateral recumbent to releive the pressure of the uterus on the inferior vena cava.

URINARY URGENCY AND FREQUENCY
It is caused by the pressure of the uterus on the bladder.

WHAT TO DO
-Drink adequate amount of liquid during the day.
-limit fluid intake in the evening
-sleep side lying at night
-wear perineal pads if necessary
-perform Kegel exercises

HEADACHES
Results from changes in blood volume and vascular tone

WHAT TO DO:
-Put an ice pack on your forehead or the back of your neck.
-Rest, sit, or lie quietly in a low-lit room. Close your eyes and try to relax your back, neck, and shoulders.
-Eat slowly
- Use acetominophen only if prescribed by the doctor or midwife.

BLEEDING AND SWOLLEN GUMS
This is caused by blood circulation and hormone levels.

WHAT TO DO
-Get a dental checkup early in your pregnancy to make sure your teeth and mouth are healthy.
-Brush your teeth, floss regularly and rinse daily with an antiseptic mouthwash.

CONSTIPATION
Results from decreased intestinal motility, displacements of the intestines, and taking iron supplements.

WHAT TO DO
-eat high fiber foods
-drink sufficient fluid
-exercise regularly
-avoid laxative except prescribed.


PREGNANCY DIZZINESS (FEELING FAINT)
Dizziness can occur anytime during middle to late pregnancy. Here's why it happens:

Caused by a drop in blood pressure, especially when changing positions -- and that can make you dizzy. If your blood sugar levels get too low, you may feel faint.

WHAT TO DO:

-Move around often when standing for long periods of time.
- Lie on your left side to rest. This helps circulation throughout your body.
-Avoid sudden movements. Move slowly when standing from a sitting position.
-Eat regular, small meals.
-Drink plenty of water.


HEARTBURN OR INDIGESTION
Results from increased progesterone levels, decreased gastrointestinal motility, and esophagal reflux and displacement of the stomach by the enlarging uterus.

WHAT TO DO:
-Eat slowly.
-Eat small, frequent meals
-Drink warm liquids.
-Drink milk between meals
-Use antacids only when posting by the doctor


HEMORRHOIDS
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that appear as painful lumps on the anus. During pregnancy, they may form as a result of increased circulation and pressure on the rectum and vagina from your growing baby.

WHAT TO DO:
-Try to avoid constipation. Constipation can cause hemorrhoids and will make them more painful.
-Avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time; change your position frequently.
-Don't strain during a bowel movement.
-Sit on a soft pillow
- Apply ice packs or cold compresses to the area or take a warm bath a few times a day to provide relief.
-increase exercise such as walking
-If you still need more help, consult your health care provider.

VARICOSE VEINS
Results from weakening walls of the veins it valves and venous congestion.

WHAT TO DO:
-wear supportive hose
-Avoid standing or sitting in one place for long periods.
-Avoid remaining in any position that might restrict the circulation in your legs (such as crossing your legs while sitting).
-Elevate your legs and feet while sitting.
-Exercise regularly.
-Lie with the get and hip elevated

Pregnancy Leg Cramps
Pressure from your growing uterus can cause leg cramps or sharp pains down your legs.

WHAT TO DO:
-Be sure to eat and drink foods that are rich in calcium (such as milk, broccoli or cheese).
-Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes.
-Try wearing support hose, but avoid any leg wear that is too tight.
- Elevate your legs when possible; avoid crossing your legs.
- Exercise daily.
- Stretch your legs before going to bed.
- Massage the cramp or apply heat or a hot water bottle to the sore area.

BREAST TENDERNESS
It is caused by levels of estrogen and progesterone.

WHAT TO DO
-wear a supportive bra
-Avoid the use of soap on the nipple and areola area to prevent drying

INCREASED VAGINAL DISCHARGE
Caused by hyperplasia of vagina mucosa and increased mucus production.

WHAT TO DO
-Avoid douching
-proper cleansing and hygiene
-wear cotton underwear
-Consult your doctor if Infection is suspected

NASAL STIFFNESS
This results from increased estrogen, which causes swelling of the nasal tissue and dryness.

WHAT TO DO
-use humidifier
-avoid nasal sprays or antihistamines

FATIGUE
Usually results from hormonal changes

WHAT TO DO
-rest frequently
-Do regular exercises that are muscle relaxing and strengthening for the hip and leg joints
-Avoid eating and drinking foods that contains stimulants throughout the entire pregnancy.

Dr Babajide Alalade
CEO, AsktheGynaecologist Nigeria
& ATG IVF Centre and Fertility Labs
CEO, Alalade Memorial Hospital

Good afternoon mamas, having my 2nd child after 7years and the symptoms are crazy, I don't even know if it is normal. I always have this sharp pain on one side of my back (left hand side of my waist/back), stomach ache each time I wake up (morning, afternoon, night as long as I sleep, I must wake with the pain), if feels like period cramps sometimes, I stooling and scared to take flagyl, always very cold at night, catarrh every night to the point whereby I start feeling I am not getting enough oxygen with my mouth, I am so tired I don't even know how to describe my tiredness, the saliva is so much that I end up vomiting if I try to swallow (tired of going to the bathroom), my appetite is almost non-existent and I am barely 4 weeks gone from my calculation (last period started 29th of may and ended 2nd of June).

I didn't experience all these with my first pregnancy, it was so smooth I didn't even understand what morning sickness is, are all these symptoms normal? Is it too much? Is something wrong? Me sef tire

joiful:



14weeks and I have done 6scans

Ewooo , mama D mamaa! Lool
We will be 21 weeks by Friday

Ryan03:
Good afternoon mamas, having my 2nd child after 7years and the symptoms are crazy, I don't even know if it is normal. I always have this sharp pain on one side of my back (left hand side of my waist/back), stomach ache each time I wake up (morning, afternoon, night as long as I sleep, I must wake with the pain), if feels like period cramps sometimes, I stooling and scared to take flagyl, always very cold at night, catarrh every night to the point whereby I start feeling I am not getting enough oxygen with my mouth, I am so tired I don't even know how to describe my tiredness, the saliva is so much that I end up vomiting if I try to swallow (tired of going to the bathroom), my appetite is almost non-existent and I am barely 4 weeks gone from my calculation (last period started 29th of may and ended 2nd of June).

I didn't experience all these with my first pregnancy, it was so smooth I didn't even understand what morning sickness is, are all these symptoms normal? Is it too much? Is something wrong? Me sef tire

So sorry mama, I experienced annoying morning sickness too but i think you should see your doctor.. you will be fine

voucher:


Ewooo , mama D mamaa! Lool
We will be 21 weeks by Friday

No shout o, I’m expecting twins, so e dey me like film. I just go to see my babies and feel happy.

Hello Mama's , Can someone give birth at 36weeks and does it affect the baby in anyway?

Ryan03:
Good afternoon mamas, having my 2nd child after 7years and the symptoms are crazy, I don't even know if it is normal. I always have this sharp pain on one side of my back (left hand side of my waist/back), stomach ache each time I wake up (morning, afternoon, night as long as I sleep, I must wake with the pain), if feels like period cramps sometimes, I stooling and scared to take flagyl, always very cold at night, catarrh every night to the point whereby I start feeling I am not getting enough oxygen with my mouth, I am so tired I don't even know how to describe my tiredness, the saliva is so much that I end up vomiting if I try to swallow (tired of going to the bathroom), my appetite is almost non-existent and I am barely 4 weeks gone from my calculation (last period started 29th of may and ended 2nd of June).

I didn't experience all these with my first pregnancy, it was so smooth I didn't even understand what morning sickness is, are all these symptoms normal? Is it too much? Is something wrong? Me sef tire

Mine was cramps like very painful one,I had to go scan and confirm if its ectopic pregnancy ,I can't even stand up..

I tnk all those u re experiencing re morning sickness,pregnancy shaa different,no be how u experience first u will experience in second..

And again just go to hospital and register for antenatal complain everything to ur doc too and start taking prenatals