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By Louise-Ann Paris-Riviere As part of one of his poems, English author and poet James Allen penned the words, (the oak sleeps in the acorn). Our children are like acorns, and within them rests the potential of a mighty oak tree. Just as a plant needs water, food and sunlight to grow, our children need … Continue reading “AFFIRMATIONS AND YOUR CHILD”
12 WAYS ON HOW MARRIED COUPLES CAN SPICE UP THEIR SEX LIFE.
1. Openly discuss fantasies No one will know if the topic isn’t brought up. Spouses must have a few discussions about fantasies they want to live out. Your partner may be completely on board. Discussing fantasies is also a form of conversation sex play that enhances attraction and understanding of one another. 2. Maintain eye … Continue reading “12 WAYS ON HOW MARRIED COUPLES CAN SPICE UP THEIR SEX LIFE.”
Post-Partum Depression: A Pediatricians Perspective
There are many issues that plague us as far as women and children’s mental health is concerned. However, as paediatricians, an area that many of us are starting to deal more with is postpartum depression. The reason being, as paediatricians we encounter moms who deal with this often in our offices. We can sometimes identify … Continue reading “Post-Partum Depression: A Pediatricians Perspective”
Pre-eclampsia By Dr Olumide Ofinran
Pre-eclampsia is a condition that affects some pregnant women, usually during the second half of pregnancy (from around 20 weeks) or soon after their baby is delivered. The early signs of pre-eclampsia include having high blood pressure (hypertension) and protein in your urine (proteinuria). It’s unlikely that you’ll notice these signs, but they should be picked up during your routine antenatal check-up. … Continue reading “Pre-eclampsia By Dr Olumide Ofinran”