MwanaWanga Family

Meet our experts

In each issue, we will have 2 doctors mini-mum depending on the nature of the ques-tions we pick for expert opinion .

In this issue we have 3 main experts 1. Dr Alex He is a Consultant

Gynecologist based at Progress Medical Cen-ter in Kitwe 1. Dr. Ditu. D.

Pediatrician based at Progress Medical Cen-ter in Kitwe 3. Dr. Sultanova. Z –

Ophthalmologist. Also based at Progress Medi-cal Center

Written By You An extract of comments from our community

I just want to say thank to all the mum-mies on your forum, I have really learned a lot –S.K.

Thank you so much for this

wonderful forum, all the

comments and support, so

helpful.. –P.M

You can contact the editor on [email protected] or

Inside this issue:

Shopping: Our favourite items for a preg-nant mama

2

Ask a gynecolo-gist How can an HIV discordant cou-ple have a baby?

3

Hot on the wall: a sample of our popular face-book discussions

4

Ask a Pediatri-cian On red eye in babies and con-

5

Mom Fitness Is it safe to exer-cise during preg-

6

Food Corner Recipe for mini pizzas for the kids

7

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Volume 1, Issue 1 15/06/2013

Editor’s Note

Its finally here. The Expert point of view. That’s what I was going to call it. But I fol-low what the fan fondly call the community. MW Family.

I wasn’t sure it was going to get started. From the time we started the Mwanawanga fo-rum in 2011, I knew at one point we would need to have some expert advise on some of the issues discussed on the facebook wall. What I wasn’t sure about was when.

After putting if off for various reasons on several occasions, we decided to just go fro it. I sincerely hope this publication will be as helpful and useful to the readers as our facebook forum has been.

Although the center of this publication is to give expert point of view to some forum questions, we add other things to make it more like a maga-zine like the pregnant mom essentials in the shopping section and the recipes in the food corner.

Your critique and comments are invited and welcome.

Editor,

Susan.

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Our favourite shopping items for a pregnant mom

An oil or cream to rub on your growing tummy for increased skin elasticity and less stretch marks. We like tissue oil from Johnson’s

Celebrities may wear super high heels while pregnant but nothing beats comfort so flats are a must have for a preg-nant mama

At least one comfy maxi dress either colourful or mono-chrome

Have at least one pair of comfortable maternity trou-sers or leggings. Change the look with different tops and accessories

Last but not least, have a go-to for those nasty nausea moments, try out different remedies and stick to what works. The mama lollies have ginger, it works for some

A bolero jacket for the chilly moments or when you just need to cover up. This piece is very versatile.

Q. What commonly consumed local foods must a pregnant woman avoid and why?

Q. How can a discordant couple have a child while minimizing the risk of HIV infection? To minimize risk of HIV to negative spouse , a discordant couple have to make sure that the HIV positive partner receives effective antiretroviral treatment if CD 4 count is below 350. This can reduce risk of infection up to 90%. Secondly – use of condoms during routine sex practice minimizing risk of HIV. If male partner Circumcised it will reduce transmission of HIV virus up to 60 %. When time comes to have a baby, couples should consult their Gy-necologist to find out about ovulation date, which is most favorable for conception.

It is important for the couple to know their ovulation calendar so as to

know the best days to try for a baby

Avoid undercooked meat, poultry and eggs and unpasteurized foods like low fat dairy products During pregnancy you are at increased risk of bacterial food poisoning. Your reaction might be more severe if your weren’t pregnant. During pregnancy food should be rich in pro-

teins,

minerals and vitamins.

Supplements may be taken according to advise

of your doctor or gynecologist

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During

pregnancy you

are at increased

risk of bacterial

food poisoning

Painless delivery. Did you know its possible?

To find out how this is possible, come to Progress Medical Center

in Kitwe and learn how our Consultant

Anesthesiologist and Gynecologist does It and how it

can be possible for you

Ask a Gynaecologist Questions you ask, answered by Dr. Alex. K.

- Consultant Gynecologist-Obstetrician at Progress Medical

Page 4 Newsletter Title

Things you should never say to a new mom

- your baby cries too much -you still look pregnant

-you look so tired -the baby doesn’t look like you

What other bad remarks do people make to a new mom?

A look at some of the interesting discussions happening on our facebook page; www.facebook.com/mwanawanga

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Mom Fitness

Page 6 Newsletter Title

Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy?

The answer is yes and no. This is the case simply because each pregnancy is unique and has its

individual risk factors. The other reason is that not all forms of exercise are ok for a pregnant woman.

For this reason, every expectant mother should consult her doctor to find out if for her particular pregnancy

it is safe to exercise or not.

What are some of the benefits of exercise during pregnancy?

You will sleep better and feel less fatigue during your pregnancy

You will have better and quicker recovery after delivery

You will have reduced risk of gestational diabetes

You will have less back ache during your pregnancy

You will have shorter labour. This is not a guarantee but studies indicate that women who exercise during pregnancy tend to experience shorter labour

You will be happier generally due to the endorphins that are generated during exercise

You will have better quality of sleep provided you don’t exercise right before sleeping

Some simple exercises for you

Swimming is great a because it is low-impact and works many muscles at the same time.

Walking is also great and you get some extra fresh air while at it.

Simple stretching of arms and legs is another exercise you can do right in your home.

M & M Catering Services – Just invite your guests and let us do the rest With the passion to deliver nothing but freshly made food for your busi-ness and family events, we aim to not only please our clients but to make a long lasting impression through our friendly staff and delicious food.

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1. Kid’s birthday party

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5. Office lunch.

Food corner

MINI PIZZAS

It’s always exciting to prepare a kids function because they are great to work with and always leave us

with a smile. Birthday parties for kids are our personal favorite!

If you are thinking of what you can make for the kiddies, how is about homemade MINI PIZZA’S??

Below is a recipe:

Prep time: about 15 minutes

Ingredients:

1 standard-sized bagel, cut in half (

(this makes two mini pizzas)

• Tomato sauce

• Shredded mozzarella cheese

Toppings like diced green pepper, chopped onion, minced meat

or chopped tomato (whatever you like)

• seasonings like oregano, basil, dried parsley and pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 190° .

2. Spread tomato sauce on each bagel half.

3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese all over the tomato sauce on each half.

4. Add your favorite toppings.

5. Put a light sprinkling of seasonings on each half.

6. Put your bagel halves on the baking sheet.

7. Bake in the oven on low heat for about 5 to 8 minutes. You'll know they're done when the

cheese is bubbly.

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Utensils

• oven

• knife

• baking sheet

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