Area Fada, Charly Boy, has penned an epic and thought-provoking piece on gender equality from an emotional perspective. The ace entertainer took to his Facebook page to share his findings from his recent marriage counselling experience. Below is what he wrote: "From my marriage counselling experience, I have come to the conclusion that most men of today are the…
Author: Maternity Nest
Avoiding refined foods before your period can reduce menstrual cramps, says Dr. Arikawe Adeolu
Excruciating and debilitating menstrual cramps remain one of the main problems faced by women and young girls all over the world. Different treatment options of dealing with the pain exist; but did you know that your diet could also play a role in reducing the pain? Dr Arikawe Adeolu, a Medical Practitioner at the Federal Medical Centre,…
8 Common mistakes couples make when trying to conceive
The period a couple is trying to conceive (TTC) is definitely one of the most difficult in their lives. It’s a physically challenging time, as well as an emotionally draining one. In addition to this, our society is not particularly forgiving to childlessness, and in most cases the woman is at the receiving end. In a bid…
How To Know When You Are Fertile: Signs Of Ovulation
Just as every woman is different, the signs of ovulation also vary from one woman to another. Ovulation, which is the release of a mature egg from an ovary, occurs halfway through a woman's cycle, on the average between 10-16 days before a period; though this varies with different women. Once the egg is released, it…
How About An Infertility Announcement Photo-shoot For A Change?
Infertility is a very sensitive topic and not one to be joked about; but this couple wants you to know that finding the humour in your infertility struggle can be a good coping mechanism. Having suffered infertility themselves before finally taking the decision to adopt two boys, Whitney and Spencer thought it would be nice to create something…
“Does size really matter?” Before nko!
"Why does the size matter so much to you?", he asked me. Well, I wasn't expecting such a direct question. I wasn't quite prepared with an answer. What exactly did he want me to say? More importantly, what exactly did he want to hear? He must have sensed my unease, because he immediately walked across…
15 Common Early Signs Of Pregnancy
“Am I pregnant?" A question usually asked with bated breath when a woman starts noticing some signs in her body, a few weeks after she’s had unprotected sex. It is a question asked either out of expectation or with trepidation, depending on if the woman is trying to get pregnant or not. Obviously, the most accurate way…
Current Nigerian Child Immunization Schedule
Immunization remains the safest and most effective way of protecting children against diseases. It also helps to control the spread of communicable diseases. For this reason, new parents or parents-to-be always wish to stay up-to-date with the current Nigerian child immunization schedule. Immunization and vaccination are often used interchangeably because they mean the same thing. Vaccines are basically…
“If it quacks like a duck, it obviously is a duck!” Nigerian mom shares her near-death postpartum pre-eclampsia experience
Pre-eclampsia is a condition which normally presents as a combination of high blood pressure, excessive swelling, and protein in the urine of a pregnant woman. It usually happens towards the end of pregnancy; but can also start much earlier. It is a serious condition, which if left untreated can result in eclampsia; where the associated…
Marriage is how we maturely deal with our incompatibility rather than our compatibility, says Charly Boy
With rising cases of marital disagreements, divorces and domestic violence in the society, one may want to conclude that the marriage institution is in complete shambles. The unmarried are now wary of the institution, and may even prefer to remain single, since no good news seems to be coming out of it. However, successful marriages do exist; but…
Beyond FFK in labour room scrubs
Nigerian politician and former Aviation Minister, Chief Femi-Fani Kayode, popularly known as FFK, welcomed his son some months ago with his Fiancee, Precious Chikwendu. In sharing the good news, he posted this photo online. We have put on our Maternity Nest glasses to analyse this photo. While we agree that he looked quite the happy and proud dad as he posed for the lights…
Pregnaslay: Maiden edition
Pregnaslay (verb): (1) To embrace all the physical changes that come with pregnancy, and stay stylish despite a burgeoning belly; in fact, a bump is a beautiful accessory worn with grace and pride. (2) To be "bump-tastic"- having a fantastic bump style. The bigger the bump, the better. (3) To be a fashionista with a bump. To slay with a bump in tow. Pregnaslayer…
Every mom will relate to this hilarious version of Rihanna’s “work”
Most of us love to dance off to Rihanna's 'Work'. Whether we understand the lyrics or not is not important, as long as the beat is hitting our medula oblongata! Well there's a new version specially made for moms. Thanks to Deva Dalporto, blogger and creator of viral mom parodies at MyLifeSuckers YouTube channel. She summarizes your life as a mother in…
Pregnancy Week 41
What's your baby up to? Well your baby hasn't grown much since last week. He is just waiting it out in your warm and cozy cocoon. Provided your placenta is still supplying nutrients, your baby is doing alright. How are you doing? At this point, you are so fed up with waiting and probably under pressure…
Pregnancy Week 40
Hurray! You made it to the official end of your pregnancy. It's been a long 280 days, what a well cooked baby you have in there! What's your baby up to? Your baby now weighs around 3.4kg and measures about 51.2cm from head to toe, about the size of a watermelon. Baby boys are usually heavier than…
Pregnancy Week 39
What's your baby up to? Your baby is officially “full term” this week. He now weighs about 3.28kg and measures about 50.7cm from head to toe. He is still piling on more body fat to keep warm after birth, especially in the elbow, knees and shoulders. Your baby still gets a steady supply of nutrients and antibodies from…
Pregnancy Week 38
What's your baby up to? Your baby is now tipping the scales at about 3.1 kg and measures around 6cm long from head to toe. Your baby is still growing a bit and filling up every inch of space in your womb. Though his space is cramped up, he is still as active as he's always…
OUCH! Mom’s 500 ounces of pumped breastmilk confiscated at Heathrow Airport
Oh mon dieu! That's 500 ounces of liquid gold! Any mom who pumps breastmilk will understand the effort and dedication that must have gone into pumping and storing 500 whopping ounces of breastmilk. Which is why Jessica Coakley Martinez was so upset when airport security seized her hard-earned milk at Heathrow, London. "You made me dump nearly…
Pregnancy Week 37
What's your baby up to? Your baby weighs about 2.8kg and measures around 48.8cm long from head to toe. Your baby is ready for the outside world, and there's hardly any more room left to kick around in; but he still needs a little more time for his brain and lungs to fully mature. Get your nail clips…
Pregnancy Week 36
What's your baby up to? Your baby now weighs a whopping 2.7kg (6 pounds) and measures about 47.4cm long from head to toe. He will continue to gain a little more weight until he is born. Your baby may have dropped lower in your pelvis with his head "engaged" in preparation for birth. By now, your…
