Baby Nel [video]
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Pregnancy by numbers [infographic]
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Severe morning sickness explained
When your morning sickness is severe and continuous you may be suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum.
A healthy, happy pregnancy – with diabetes
if you have either type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it’s entirely possible to have a relaxed, healthy pregnancy.
Pregnancy mood swings
From crying and shouting to laughing, mood swings during pregnancy can be hard to handle… Good news? They’re perfectly normal.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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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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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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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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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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Travel during pregnancy
Pregnancy need not be a reason to cancel your holiday plans but there are certain risks to keep in mind. Here’s what you need to know.
How you can support your partner through IVF
Lizanne van Waart shares her tips for couples navigating the emotional side of IVF.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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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We found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern 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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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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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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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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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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FAQs: Food and pregnancy
Are you a vegetarian? Just found out you’re pregnant yet still eating sushi? We answer some questions about eating for two.
Fertility questions answered
Having a baby when you’re 40 years or older has great benefits. We find out what those are.
More about the Harmony test
Expecting moms can now have a blood test to check for chromosomal abnormalities.
Having twins
If you’ve discovered you’re having twins, don’t panic. Dr Dr Christie Van Wyk explains what to expect when you’re expecting two.
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