In this special episode of The Health Wrap pregnancy series, award-winning broadcaster and mom-of-six Lebang Kgosana is joined in studio by Jeske Wellmann, a dietitian at Mediclinic Sandton.

They’ll be discussing the importance of nutrition now that you’re eating for two, covering topics like what should you be eating for your baby’s development, what nutrients does a growing fetus need, and is anything off-limits? Heads-up: you’ll be saying goodbye to biltong and soft cheeses for a while!

Plus: do you prefer to watch your podcasts? Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZI5VxRgCEI to join Jeske and Lebang in studio as they share visual representations of what you should be eating during pregnancy.

Some notable moments:

[00:03:25] The immediate changes you need to make to your diet

[00:04:50] Supplements to consider taking while pregnant

[00:06:47] The importance of hydration – and what not to drink

[00:08:35] How much weight you should gain during pregnancy

[00:10:46] What nutrients pregnant women need

[00:13:03] Foods to eat and foods to avoid

[00:16:49] Nutrients to keep in mind if you follow a plant-based diet

[00:18:48] How to manage pregnancy symptoms through your diet

[00:23:55] When to worry about cravings

[00:26:28] Food safety rules to follow

Links you should know about:

Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6

Find out more about Mediclinic Baby here: https://mediclinic.link/wp1 and sign up for the Mediclinic Baby programme here: https://mediclinic.link/ait

Download the Mediclinic Baby app on the App Store or Google Play store: https://onelink.to/mediclinicbaby

Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to find a gynaecologist or fertility specialist in your area:

https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html

My Rainbow Baby: Hope after a miscarriage

Warning: this episode covers sensitive information that some listeners may find upsetting.

Pregnancy loss is a heartbreaking experience that happens more often than many people realise. In South Africa, between 10% and 25% of women have had a miscarriage. However, many of these women have gone on to carry a full-term pregnancy after their loss.

In this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, one such mom, who is now expecting her second child, calls in to share her story with Lebang Kgosana, an award-winning broadcaster and mother of six. Joining the conversation are Dr van Rooyen, a gynaecologist from Mediclinic Cape Town, and psychologist Alexis Haupt-Pullen from Mediclinic Durbanville, who offer advice to parents on how to heal after experiencing pregnancy loss.

Some notable moments:

[00:03:52] What does the term ‘pregnancy loss’ mean?

[00:07:49] Common emotional reactions you may experience

[00:13:05] What Janke experienced during her pregnancy loss

[00:15:21] The chance of having a full-term pregnancy after losing a baby

[00:18:39] How to emotionally heal and how to support couples

[00:22:50] How Janke and her husband moved on from their pregnancy loss

[00:27:27] Janke shares advice for other parents

Links you should know about:

Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6

Find out more about Mediclinic Baby here: https://mediclinic.link/wp1 and sign up for the Mediclinic Baby programme here: https://mediclinic.link/ait

Download the Mediclinic Baby app on the App Store or Google Play store: https://onelink.to/mediclinicbaby

Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to locate a gynaecologist or fertility specialist in your area:

https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html

While many people believe pregnancy should be an uncomplicated, joyful time in the life of a parent-to-be, for 1 in 10 women, this may not be the case. Perinatal depression (PND) is depression that occurs during pregnancy, and it can negatively impact not only the expectant mom’s life, but also that of her partner, family and friends.

In this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, award-winning broadcaster of mom-of-six Lebang Kgosana delves into the topic of mental health during pregnancy. Joining her are Dr Okeyo from Mediclinic Morningside and Lauren Shapiro, a mom of three who experienced PND during her last pregnancy.

Some notable moments:

[00:01:10] Meet Dr Okeyo

[00:02:16] How to take care of yourself during pregnancy

[00:07:49] How to manage stress during pregnancy

[00:10:41] Mental health concerns during pregnancy

[00:13:38] How men experience depression

[00:15:34] The difference between perinatal depression and postnatal depression

[00:17:16] Risk factors for PND

[00:18:28] Symptoms of PND

[00:19:23] When to seek help for mental health concerns

[00:20:47] The impact of PND on mom and baby

[00:22:14] Treatment for depression during pregnancy

[00:23:51] How to manage the risk of depression during pregnancy

[00:25:17] Mental health resources for parents-to-be

[00:27:59] Lauren Shapiro describes the first signs of PND

[00:29:51] When Lauren knew she needed help

[00:31:53] The impact of PND on Lauren’s husband and kids

[00:37:59] The treatment Lauren received for PND

[00:40:18] Lauren’s advice for other moms-to-be struggling with mental health concerns

Finally, the end is in sight! In this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, Dr Zenda from Mediclinic Morningside joins us once again to discuss the ins and outs of what to expect during the third, and final, trimester of pregnancy.

Together with award-winning broadcaster and mom-of-six Lebang Kgosana, they share how to recognise the signs of labour and what to expect during those first days and nights after your baby is born.

Some notable moments:

[00:01:33] How long is the third trimester?

[00:04:05] Common scans and tests to expect during your third trimester

[00:05:45] Common physical symptoms to look out for

[00:09:38] The differences between Braxton Hicks contractions and real labour

[00:13:38] Common emotional changes you may experience

[00:15:40] Warning signs to be aware of

[00:19:01] Preparing for baby’s arrival, from antenatal classes to packing the hospital bag

[00:21:58] The great debate: C-section vs vaginal delivery

[00:26:30] How to take care of yourself during the fourth trimester

[00:30:05] What to expect when breastfeeding

Links you should know about:

Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6

Find out more about Mediclinic Baby here: https://mediclinic.link/wp1

and sign up for the Mediclinic Baby programme here: https://mediclinic.link/ait

Download the Mediclinic Baby app on the App Store or Google Play store: https://onelink.to/mediclinicbaby

To contact the Mediclinic call centre, send an email to engage@mediclinic.co.za, WhatsApp ‘engage’ to 087 240 6367, SMS ‘engage’ to 30945, or phone 0860 24 00 24.

Congratulations – if you’ve made it to 13 weeks, you are now in the second trimester of your pregnancy! And in this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, Dr Zenda from Mediclinic Morningside joins us once again to discuss the ins and outs of what to expect as your pregnancy progresses.

So, listen in as she sits down with award-winning broadcaster and mom of six Lebang Kgosana to delve into everything you can expect during trimester two.

Some notable moments:

[00:02:22] How long is the second trimester?

[00:03:10] Common scans and tests to expect during your second trimester

[00:07:42] Common symptoms to look out for

[00:09:14] Skin changes you might experience and how to take care of your skin during pregnancy

[00:12:23] Conditions and high-risk factors to be aware of

[00:16:16] Safe exercising during pregnancy

[00:18:10] When will you feel your baby move?

[00:19:53] Your birth plan

[00:22:07] Pregnancy and your work environment

[00:23:29] How to travel safely while pregnant

Links you should know about:

Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6

Find out more about Mediclinic Baby here: https://mediclinic.link/wp1

and sign up for the Mediclinic Baby programme here: https://mediclinic.link/ait

Download the Mediclinic Baby app on the App Store or Google Play store: https://onelink.to/mediclinicbaby

To contact the Mediclinic call centre, send an email to engage@mediclinic.co.za, WhatsApp ‘engage’ to 087 240 6367, SMS ‘engage’ to 30945, or phone 0860 24 00 24.

Pregnancy is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, but it can also be one of the most daunting. Your body, your mind, and your entire life are changing!

In this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, award-winning broadcaster and mom of six Lebang Kgosana kicks off our six-part pregnancy series by chatting to Dr Zenda, an obstetrician, gynaecologist and sexologist from Mediclinic Morningside, about what you can expect during your first trimester.

Some notable moments:

[00:02:15] How long is the first trimester?

[00:07:30] How is a pregnancy confirmed?

[00:13:08] Common symptoms to look out for

[00:16:35] When to worry about cravings

[00:18:56] When to worry about morning sickness

[00:23:17] When to worry about bleeding

[00:23:00] Where to go for screening for kidney disease

[00:24:45] Foods and drinks to avoid while pregnant

[00:27:52] Can you still have sex while pregnant?

Links you should know about:

Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6

Find out more about Mediclinic Baby here: https://mediclinic.link/wp1 and sign up for the Mediclinic Baby programme here: https://mediclinic.link/ait

Download the Mediclinic Baby app on the App Store or Google Play store: https://onelink.to/mediclinicbaby

Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to locate a gynaecologist or fertility specialist in your area:

https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html

In this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, Dr Darren Green speaks to Mediclinic nephrologist Dr Mitesh Singh about how to prevent kidney disease and how to improve your quality of life if you’ve already been diagnosed with it.

How quickly do you bounce back from life’s challenges? Do you crumble under pressure or are you able to rise above it and move on? The ability to recover quickly from difficulties is known as “resilience” – and it can be learnt.

In this episode, medical consultant Dr Green speaks to Tammy Dicks, the National Trauma Support Coordinator for ER24, about the quality of resilience, why you should nurture it, and how you can cultivate resilience in your life.

Some notable moments:

[00:03:00] The impact of chronic stress on your health

[00:03:48] Why is resilience important?

[00:04:55] Strategies to build resilience

[00:09:50] Lifestyle adjustments you can make

[00:14:55] Tips for calming interventions

Links you should know about:

Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6

Sign up to the Mediclinic Prime newsletter: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html

Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to find a mental healthcare professional in your area:

https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental

Visit the Mediclinic Mental Health Service Page:

https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html

Visit the Doctor Appointment page, complete a short form, and the Mediclinic Engagement Centre will assist you in booking an appointment:

https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html