KAAF Medical Laboratory and Maternity Center

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What help you heal faster.

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Incase you don’t know, you can actually get pregnant while breastfeeding so stop using it as a form of contraceptives go and have a proper family planning done today.

Are you a nursing mother? Here are some breastfeeding tips that can help you.

Did you experience morning sickness?
How did you deal with it?
What helped you?

Let us know in the comment below

Being married can be stressful but it is a pleasant journey.
Husbands here are few things you can do for your pregnant wife?
How did you help your wife when she was pregnant?
Wife did you appreciate your husband when he rendered help?

Welcome to September
We can’t wait to celebrate Christmas with all of you.
Have a beautiful and blessed month.

Did you suffer heartburn when you were pregnant what helped you?
Do you have heartburn presently did you find this helpful?

1. Eat small portion of your meals throughout the day instead of eating in large quantities.
2. Eat slowly.
3. Avoid fried, spicy or fatty foods.
4. Avoid citrus fruits and juices.
5. Limit caffeine intake.
6. Don't smoke and avoid alcohol.

Looking for a place well equipped to birth your child and also get the best support you will be needing during your pregnancy journey, then trust me we have got all you need.

Our antenatal classes holds every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

4 Tips for a new dad

Get hands on from the beginning: This is the best way to build your skills and confidence. It create lots of one-on-one time with your baby, which helps to build the father and child relationship. Another bonus is that it’s also It also helps your partner to have a break.

Connect through touch: Physical touch helps the baby most especially carrying and holding your baby as often as you can close to your chest, they can hear your heartbeat which makes your baby feel safe and secure, builds trust and connection with you.

Accept or ask for help: Talk with your partner about when you’ll accept help from family, friends, colleagues or neighbors.

Have some one-on-one time: This time is about you and your baby. Create moments when your baby has your full attention, this gives the two of you a chance to connect and bond

Our Paediatric clinic holds every Monday, Wednesday and Friday of the month.

Fevers in infants PART 3 : causes, signs and remedies 3 series)

Monitor the baby’s activity level and overall comfort: Babies who seem happy, alert, and comfortable may not need treatment.
Ensure the baby remains well hydrated: Fever increases the risk of dehydration, so parents, caregivers, and nurses should offer milk or formula on demand. Older babies should also drink plenty of water. In some cases, a healthcare professional may recommend using an electrolyte drink to help with dehydration.
Monitor the baby for signs of dehydration: This can include not urinating as often as usual, sunken eyes, chapped lips, or very dry or pasty-looking skin.
Avoid waking a sleeping baby to administer anti-fever medication: Unless a doctor instructs to do this.
Administer anti-fever medication under a doctor’s supervision: People can give this medication if the infant is in pain or uncomfortable from the fever. The baby’s weight determines the dose, so follow the label instructions carefully. Call a doctor before giving new medication to a baby, especially a sick one.
Help limit the spread of infections: Do not send a sick baby to daycare or take them to places where babies or other vulnerable people may be, as this can spread infections.

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We hold our immunization every Wednesday for both children and adult.

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The most recommended breastfeeding position after C-section are the side-lying position and football hold. In both, your baby won’t come into contact with your incision scar.

Fun things DAD can do with the baby

Mirror his movements and echo his coos and other vocalizations, these are the first steps to communicating with them
Play with him every day.

Newborns can enjoy playtime as much as older babies.

Bathing your baby goes a long way in bonding with them.

Read to your baby regularly. and hold them close as you read.

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Fevers in infants PART 2 : causes, signs and remedies 3 series)

Your baby may act differently, and they may also be crankier and fussier than usual.
Poor sleeping
Poor eating
Lack of interest in play
Less active or even lethargic
Convulsions or seizures

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What trimester do you think is the most challenging in the motherhood journey?

Fevers in infants PART 1: causes, signs and remedies 3 series)
Follow this series

A fever does not necessarily signal a serious illness. If the baby is behaving as they would, they are likely to be fine. A fever usually means that the body is fighting an illness and the immune system is working.

Common causes of fevers in babies include:
If your baby has a fever, in most instances it means they have probably picked up a cold or other viral infection.

Ear infections, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, or a more serious infection such as a blood bacterial infection

Meningitis may be causing a fever.
Reaction to a vaccination
Becoming overheated from being dressed too warmly or spending too much time outside on a hot day

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Yea! or Nay! : Daddy duties includes diaper changing

fathers in the house what do you think?

how did you feel when you first changed your child's diaper?

mothers how did you feel when fathers change diapers?

let's know in the comment.

Are you a first time mum or you know one?
Here are 6 basic tips you may want to look into.

1. Join a community of pregnant women: A community offers opportunities for you as a new mothers because sometimes you may feel alone & isolated and connecting with like-minded moms experiencing the same changes in their bodies and lives helps a great way. Also a community helps new mothers socialize and talk to someone they can trust-vent off and find solace.

2. Drink plenty of water: For the amniotic fluid to form and to build new tissue you need to take in lots of water. You also need water to carry nutrients round your body system and also to enhance digestion. Water also helps to reduce the risk of urinary infections.

3. Avoid caffeine at all cost: Caffeine increases your blood pressure and heart rate, which is not good during pregnancy. Caffeine also increases the frequency of urination. This causes a reduction in your body fluid levels and can lead to dehydration.

4. Limit salt intake: Salt affects the kidneys which causes the body to retain water and this extra water results in greater blood volume, which can cause the blood pressure to rise.

5. Eat lots of vegetables and fruits: Fruits and vegetables are filled with lots of nutrients so you need to add a variety of them to your diet, you'll likely get most of the vitamins, minerals, and fiber that you and your baby need eating fruits and vegetables also it helps prevent constipation, which is a very common symptom during pregnancy.

6. Use your supplements: When you're pregnant, you need more of some nutrients, including protein, folate, iodine, iron and some vitamins. Vitamin B12 and vitamin D are also particularly important because they support the development of the baby's nervous system and skeleton.

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I remember back then when someone told me that when a pregnant woman has heartburn she will give birth to a child with full hair.

What is the most ridiculous pregnancy myth have you heard?

Welcome to August.
We wish you all a peaceful and blessed month with more blessings in good health.

An obstetric scan also called a prenatal ultrasound scan is one of the foremost ultrasound scan that every pregnant mom should carry out within the first trimester of Pregnancy 🤰

This is a scan that sets you on the right path during all the stages of your pregnancy, with this scan, your doctor is able to detect first of all if there is a presence of a foetus in you ! yes it’s that important a scan , asides that it can be used to check fetal development, as well as abnormalities that may pose a threat to the total well being of the unborn child.

If you are in the first trimester of your pregnancy, an obstetric scan at this stage is highly recommended in order for the foetus to be fully assessed and monitored at an early stage .

Do you want to schedule an appointment for an obstetric scan ?

Visit us today
📍Akinpelu Adesola Road, University of Lagos, Lagos state.

Do you want to speak to a Doctor or Schedule a doctor’s appointment?, you can reach us via the number below 👇
📱08091115223 , 08179381229

📧 : [email protected]

In order for us to function properly, our brain needs a constant flow of blood which would enable it to carry out its daily function, when that passage of blood is stopped, a person develops a stroke.

We would be exploring 3 frequently asked questions about stroke

Q. What causes stroke exactly?

A: A stroke is a medical condition that happens when the flow of blood to the brain is stopped, thereby causing the cells in the body one after the other to begin to loose their function, decrease in the supply of blood to the brain causes stroke as it affects the cells in the body from performing their functions.

Q. What are the major signs of stroke to watch out for?

A: symptoms indicating that one might be susceptible to having stroke includes but not limited to ; numbness of the hand, legs or eyes, Constantly feeling dizzy, unexplainable severe headache etc..

Q. How can I reduce my risk of stroke ?

The weighty impact of having stroke is one that is not talked about enough, this is because it is a sickness that poses damage to the brain, and as such a lot of people up until the point of collapsing might have been ignoring the warning signs and contributing unconsciously to increasing their risk of stroke, some major ways to reduce the risk of stroke are; exercising as often as you can, keeping your blood sugar level in a normal range, healthy eating lifestyle as well as quitting smoking

Adhering and cultivating healthy routines can go a long way in reducing the risk of stroke and avoiding long lasting health complications.

When there is a restriction of sufficient flow of blood into the body system , 7 out of 10 times , it is a pointer that a person might be at the risk of a heart failure

The flow of blood into our body vessels enables us to function efficiently, when this flow is restricted, it becomes difficult for the body to function efficiently.

4 warning signs of heart failure you should watch out for are

a. Extreme discomfort in the arms, legs and neck
b. Constantly feeling dizzy and very weak
c. Inability to breathe properly or shortness of breath
d. Indigestion or regularly feeing heartburn ❤️‍🔥

If you are experiencing one or more of these signs, don’t delay , visit a doctor today to get your self checked in order to avoid future complications !

For more inquiries about heart related problems;

Visit us today
📍Akinpelu Adesola Road, University of Lagos, Lagos state.

Do you want to speak to a Doctor or Schedule a doctor’s appointment?, you can reach us via the number below 👇
📱08091115223 , 08179381229

📧 : [email protected]

Chapter 6/12 🎉🎉🎉🎉

We wish you an amazing new month filled with God’s blessing in good health and prosperity 🙏

A fetal echocardiography is a specialized test similar to an ultrasound scan. It allows the doctor to see better the structure and the function of your unborn child's heart.

It is usually recommended by your doctor if previous tests were not conclusive, some abnormalities detected among others. Not all pregnant women are asked or required to do this test.

Fetal echocardiography is best carried out during your second trimester between 18-24weeks gestation. One thing to note about this procedure is that it is a safe procedure with no radiation involved.

Are you a pregnant woman?

Do you have questions about fetal echocardiography? Do not stay silent,

ask your doctor today!

There are no words that can describe the overwhelming joy and happiness that the arrival of a baby into the world brings , like stars are to the sky so are the children to our world 👭🎉

It gives us great pleasure to announce the arrival of our latest Kaaf Baby Boy🥳

We pray that the Almighty continues to keep him in good health and bless his family .

Happy Children’s day to all our wonderful children of Kaaf Medical laboratory and Maternity centre and to children all over Nigeria 🇳🇬❤️

Antenatal care is key in every stage of your pregnancy. It must be consistent as this helps you to get all the best care and treatment that is needed for you and your baby.

Our Antenatal clinic at Kaaf MLMC is always a refreshing and educating time for Pregnant moms, this is because you are able to ask questions and get answers bothering around pregnancy as well as sharing pregnancy experiences with other Moms.

Are you a Pregnant Mom? Have you got questions bothering you about Pregnancy?, worry no more , because
Our Maternity Clinic holds by 8:30am - 9:30am every Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at Kaaf Medical laboratory and Maternity centre where you can speak to an Obstetrician about any pregnancy related conditions
Visit us today
📍Akinpelu Adesola Road, University of Lagos, Lagos state.

Do you want to speak to a Doctor or Schedule a doctor’s appointment?, you can reach us via the number below 👇
📱08091115223 , 08179381229

📧 : [email protected]

The importance of antenatal care during pregnancy must not be overlooked, constant medical consultation is needed from time to time to ensure the total well being of mother and child .

It is not enough to just visit the doctor once in 5 months or only when the need arise, as a Pregnant Mom, your antenatal appointment to the hospital must be consistent and regular.

Are you a Pregnant Mom? Have you got questions bothering you about Pregnancy?, worry no more , because
Our Maternity Clinic holds by 8:30am - 9:30am every Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at Kaaf Medical laboratory and Maternity centre where you can speak to an Obstetrician about any pregnancy related conditions
Visit us today
📍Akinpelu Adesola Road, University of Lagos, Lagos state.

Do you want to speak to a Doctor or Schedule a doctor’s appointment?, you can reach us via the number below 👇
📱08091115223 , 08179381229

📧 : [email protected]

We are filled with great joy and fulfillment to see our amazing triplets celebrate 6 months already🤩🎉

We pray that Baby John, Baby Joseph and Baby Japhet will continue to grow in good health and sound mind and will continually be a blessing to their family 🥳❤️
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Arthritis is a joint disorder which occurs when some or all of your joints become sore to the point that they result into pain, stiffness, deformity of the joints, or inability to move .

Arthritis is often common with individuals from 40 years and above , and it is twice common in more women than men. Several factors are responsible for arthritis, some of which include family history , age just as we have said above (this is because as we grow older , a lot of degenerative changes go on in our body ) ,nature of job (I.e if your type of job exposes you to lifting heavy instruments that can strain your joints etc…

Some of the best ways which have proven to medically reduce the risk of having arthritis are; exercising as regularly as you can, eating a healthy balanced diet, burning some calories if you are excessively weighty.

Do you suffer from unexplainable pains in your joints? Are you sometimes unable to lift your harms or legs? You have tried all the options above and the result is still the same?

Don’t wait till it becomes life threatening? Speak to a doctor today, you can send us a Dm to schedule a doctor’s appointment or visit us physically today at Kaaf Medical laboratory and Maternity centre, we are located at Akinpelu Adesola Road, University of Lagos.

Birthing a life comes with no small feat , it is often accompanied with sleepless nights on a roll, constant tiredness and being overwhelmed, which can lead to a case of post partum depression when it lingers on.

Post partum depression occurs within 1 in 7 new mom according to “Medical News Today” and when left untreated can leave very negative impact on the well being of both mother and child .

The symptoms of post Partum depression often varies from a person to another , these symptoms ranges from a feeling of emptiness after childbirth, consistently being sad, feeling the urge to harm yourself or your baby, feeling detached from your baby etc…

Hello New mom🤗, having these feelings doesn’t make you a terrible mother, however in order to ensure that you do not loose your self to post partum depression, some of the ways in which you can deal with post partum depression includes

1. creating a “Me” time for yourself while your partner or a trusted person looks after your baby
2. Exercise as regularly as you can
3. Avoid staying alone when you notice yourself having these symptoms
4. Join a physical or online Community of New mom groups where you can get to share relatable motherhood journey with other Moms
5. Eat healthy

Do you have more questions relating to Pre natal or Post natal journey , worry no more ☺️ because every Tuesday and Thursday at Kaaf MLMC is our maternity clinic where you can come in talk to our doctors who are ever ready to attend to you.

We are located at Akinpelu Adesola Road, University of Lagos, Lagos State.

Drinking during pregnancy poses a lot of complications to you and your baby’s health .

This is because when you consume Alcohol, it passes through the placenta of your body and flows directly into the unborn baby. As a Pregnant woman or a woman trying to become pregnant, it is medically advisable that you stay away from alcohol completely until the birth of your baby, as there is no safe amount of alcohol that is medically proven to be safe enough during pregnancy.

Some of the complications that could arise from taking alcohol during pregnancy ranges from premature labor, having a still birth and deformities in the fetal body parts

Alcohol when taken by a pregnant woman continues to stay in the baby’s system for a much longer period than the mother’s body due to the fact that the body structure and composition of the baby is still too fragile to process and break down alcohol .

Remember it’s you and your baby’s health first !
say No ❌to Alcohol during pregnancy !

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We are a hospital facility based in Yaba in search of a Staff Nurse with at least 2 years Midwifery or Paediatric experience with a Nursing Certificate and B.Sc in Nursing for a permanent placement.

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Kindly send in your application to [email protected] using the role as the subject of the mail for immediate employment.

Deadline for submission of CV is 6th May 2022.

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