Female Factor Subfertility
In the female, any factor that prevents the sperm from reaching the egg ovum in the fallopian tube will result in subfertility refer to Figure 5.3 . Anovulation failure of the ovaries to produce an egg This commonly results from stress, excessive weight loss or exercise, poor nutrition, chronic medical conditions, inherent ovarian problems such as polycystic ovarian syndrome or previous ovarian surgeries. They usually manifest as an absence, delay or irregularity in the menses. Figure 5.3...
Use of Pregnancy Calendar Wheel
Most obstetricians are familiar with the pregnancy calender wheel Figure 8.1 . It helps estimate the EDD based on the LMP or dating scan. Do not be too worried if you have irregular periods or cannot recall your LMP. The most accurate dating is from Your baby's heart can be seen after 6 weeks of LMP. At this stage, the baby's length is now 4 mm. The embryonic period starts and your baby's organs start to form. Hair begins to sprout by then. Brain waves can also be detected. Your baby's heart...
I Cant Get Pregnantl Is There Anything Wrong
Victory belongs to the most persevering. Conception can only happen when a sperm swims up into the womb before fertilizing an egg in the fallopian tube. This allows the fertilized embryo to implant or embed itself into the womb lining, where it will grow into a fetus. There is indeed a possibility that something is wrong in you or your partner if you are still not pregnant after a period of trying to conceive. An average couple in their 30s will conceive after about 6 months of trying to do so....
Screening Tests FTS or MSS
Screening tests do not tell you if your baby has Down Syndrome. Their purpose is to tell you if your fetus belongs to a low or high risk group. If the screening test shows that there is a high risk of your baby being affected, you will be offered a diagnostic test see below to confirm it. Screening tests are noninvasive hence, there is no risk of miscarriage to the baby. First trimester screening FTS This consists of a detailed ultrasound scan of your baby at 11-14 weeks gestation to measure...
Preface
Pregnancy is a very exciting time for every woman. Feeling your baby grow inside you is a unique and wondrous experience. Many couples, however, experience some degree of anxiety and uncertainty. For some, this may be their first pregnancy. Some might have developed complications during the previous pregnancy and are worried about the current pregnancy. Every woman wants a smooth pregnancy, easy delivery and a healthy baby. Knowing more about pre-pregnancy preparation, understanding pregnancy,...
Book Reviews
The New Art and Science of Pregnancy and Childbirth is very well written by experienced obstetricians who together have many decades of collective experience in the care of thousands of women through their pregnancies. They are clearly cognisant of all the fears and anxieties that every pregnant woman faces and the answers to these are found in the pages of this book. I'm sure this book will help make this special period in a woman's life even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this book...
From Kk Womens And Childrens Hospital 1
Consultant Psychiatrist Head, Mental Wellness Service For Chapter on Baby blues and depression and Co-contributor for Pregnancy loss and ways to cope For Chapter on Exercise in pregnancy Department of Neonatology and Child Development Unit For Chapters on Care of the newborn and Baby's vaccination For Chapter on I want a painless labour For Chapter on Eating right for breastfeeding For Chapter on Nutrition during pregnancy - eating right for two For Chapter on What should I pack before my due...
A6out The Authors
An Obstetrician and Gynecologist in KK Women's Hospital and writer, Dr Tan Thiam Chye co-authors the internationally best-selling Practical O amp G Handbook for the General Practitioner. Being a proponent of medical education, he is a faculty teacher in Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School and co-ordinates the OBGYN curriculum since 2007. He takes charge of OBGYN junior doctors' training and education programmes since 2004. A regular newspaper and magazine advice columnist, he also frequently gives...
From Kk Womens And Childrens Hospital
This book would not have been possible without the invaluable contributions from our colleagues. Clinical Associate Professor Tan Kok Hian Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist Head, Perinatal Audit amp Epidemiology, Department of Maternal Fetal Medicine Director, Clinical Quality Deputy Chairman, Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinical Associate Professor George SH Yeo Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist Head, Obstetric Ultrasound amp Prenatal Diagnosis Unit...