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 Tan Thiam Chye
Mar 8, 20232 min read
5 Confinement truths or myths
Confinement is enshrouded in Asian culture and many practices are deep-rooted. But are these confinement practices medically sound?...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 19, 20222 min read
New dad and new role
No joke when your buddies warn you that life is going to turn upside down with a new baby. Happy father's day! Your partner's role as a...
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Physician Edmund Pang
Jun 17, 20191 min read
Ginseng and pregnancy. Is it safe?
Know your ginseng Popular ginseng include American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) and the more potent Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng) for...
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Dr Tan Yung Khan
Apr 1, 20191 min read
Beware of kidney stones in pregnancy
Kidney stones are excruciating when you are pregnant. They are more difficult to be diagnosed and treated. During the third trimester,...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 28, 20182 min read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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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Ms Wong Fei Wan
Aug 11, 20182 min read
Challenges of pregnancy - from a mom's perspective
You’ve read about making nutritious baby food from scratch but juggling a full-time job and the new addition, with no helper, put paid to...
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Physician Edmund Pang
Jun 28, 20182 min read
TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) in Confinement - Lochiorrhea (恶露不止)
You've heard about the miracles of TCM during this period. How does it work? Confinement is a critical time for new mothers to adapt and...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 20, 20182 min read
Resuming Sex & Birth Control
How to resume your intimacy after delivery and what are your contraception options? Making sacrifices is part of motherhood. But you need...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 19, 20182 min read
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 19, 20182 min read
Expect symptoms in pregnancy
Do you know the early symptoms of pregnancy? From nausea to fatigue, know what to expect. There are many common symptoms in pregnancy....
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