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CVS: Knowing Your Baby’s Genotype Before Birth Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test that helps parents know their baby’s genotype early in pregnancy. It is usually done in the first trimester and can help detect conditions like sickle cell disease before birth. For families with a history of genetic conditions, CVS provides early information that supports informed decisions, proper medical planning, and emotional preparation. Genetic counseling before and after testing is very important to help parents understand the results and available options. Every pregnancy journey is unique — knowledge empowers parents to prepare, plan, and care better for both mother and baby. #CVS #GenotypeAwareness #SickleCellAwareness #PrenatalTesting #AntenatalCare #EveryWomanHealth #PregnancyEducation #HealthyPregnancy #GeneticTesting #MaternalHealth #TTCJourney #PregnancySupport #NigeriaMoms #MedicalEducation #KnowYourGenotype

Pushing happens in the second stage of labour when the cervix is fully open (10cm). Knowing how to push correctly can make labour more effective and reduce exhaustion. ✨ Wait for the right time Only push when your healthcare provider confirms full dilation or when you feel a strong pressure like you want to pass stool. ✨ Choose a good position Upright positions help baby move down better: • Squatting • Side-lying • Hands and knees • Supported sitting ✨ How to push effectively When a contraction starts: • Take a deep breath • Curl your body forward • Chin to chest • Push downward into your bottom — like passing stool Avoid pushing into your face or throat. Direct your energy downwards. ✨ Rest between contractions Relax, breathe deeply, and save your energy for the next push. ✨ Slow down when baby is crowning Gentle, controlled pushing helps reduce tearing and protects your body. Remember mama, your body knows what to do. Trust the process and work with your contractions, not against them. 🤍 #EveryWomanHealth #LabourAndDelivery #BirthEducation #PregnancyTips #AntenatalCare #NaturalBirth #MamaToBe #PregnancyJourney #BirthPreparation #NigerianMums #MotherhoodJourney #ConfidentMama #TTCJourney #WomenSupportingWomen

GENDER PREFERENCE 💙💗 In many families, there is silent (and sometimes loud) pressure to have a specific gender — “We need a boy” or “She must give birth to a girl.” But here’s the truth: ✨ A baby’s gender is biologically determined at conception. ✨ The mother does NOT decide the baby’s gender. ✨ Both boys and girls are blessings. ✨ Emotional pressure during pregnancy can affect a woman’s mental health. Healthy pregnancy is more important than gender. Instead of asking: “Is it a boy or girl?” Let’s start asking: “Is mum healthy?” “Is baby growing well?” “How can we support her?” Every child deserves to be welcomed with love — not expectations. Let’s normalize celebrating babies, not gender preference. #GenderPreference #HealthyPregnancy #MaternalMentalHealth #EveryChildIsABlessing #StopThePressure #AntenatalCare #SupportPregnantWomen #PregnancyJourney #FamilySupport #BoyOrGirlHealthyBaby #WomenSupportWomen