Expecting a baby? This free resource from medical professionals has all the info you need.
If you’re a first-time parent (or would-be parent) and feeling a little clueless, the Mediclinic Baby Programme will give you all the reliable information and support you’re looking for.
Do I really need all those antenatal gynae check-ups? A doctor weighs in.
Ever wondered why you have to go for so many gynae check-ups when you’re pregnant? And whether they’re actually necessary? A doctor explains their vital importance.
Having a baby during lockdown
Having a baby should be a positive experience, even during a pandemic. Discover how Mediclinic ensures you – and your newborn – stay safe. Cape Town mom Roxy Cullinan
A medical miracle: Cayden Pillay’s story
“From the moment we fell pregnant with Cayden, we felt he was special. We didn’t know he would become a medical miracle”
Pregnant, with a meningioma brain tumour
Pregnant with her first child Masechaba had a meningioma brain tumour, but she didn’t know it yet.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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Nurses can observe patients at all times as critical care units are designed like a beehive with the nurses’ station in the middle.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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An orange has over 170 different phytonutrients and more than 60 flavonoids, providing anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and blood clot-inhibiting effects.
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A baby weighing 390g survived thanks to the expertise of Mediclinic’s highly qualified paediatric staff and specialists.
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To make the most of every second, we strive to synchronise all our clocks in the hospital.
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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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In the womb: take a sneak peek [infographic]
Growing a baby is no small feat. When a mother becomes pregnant, it’s not only her focus that shifts to her baby: her body kicks into a high gear to redirect its energy into providing space and nourishment for the growing infant.
The science behind your pregnancy food cravings [infographic]
Food cravings in general are caused by the regions of the brain that are responsible for memory, pleasure, and reward. An imbalance of hormones, such as leptin and serotonin, can also cause food cravings.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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We use the internationally recognised Oxford Vermont Network to keep our neonatal critical care units at the forefront of paediatric medicine.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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Our radio-translucent theatre beds enable X-rays to be taken on the spot, without having to move the patient or disturb the procedure.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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The pregnancy hormone
Progesterone – a steroid hormone – plays a vital role in your fertility. Progesterone helps your body build strong bones and healthy hair. It’s also said to help you sleep
Am I at risk of premature birth? Know the risk factors
There are a number of reasons why you might be likely to give birth more than three weeks before your baby’s estimated due date. As Dr Ntlharhi Mathonsi, a gynaecologist
Fertility treatments aren’t as invasive as you may think
Many people who can’t get pregnant immediately think of IVF. But in 80% of cases, the solution is a lot simpler, and easier, than you think. We take you through this progressive process that helps your body stimulate a natural, beautiful process.
Inside the NICU
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialised space designed to keep your preterm baby safe, warm and well fed under expert care.
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