Last appointment .....

Hanie met her doctor,Mr Bowen today for the last one before back for good soon.Her cystic hygroma will keep continue monitoring by doctor in Malaysia soon when Mr Bowen send to us all the records for Hanie during under his monitoring and 'treatment'.

About mama,so far she do not show any sign to deliver our new member yet. We just keep waiting and waiting.But sometimes mama will feeling slightly 'contraction' but not too strong enough yet and in long gap ...not close gap yet.She also still struggle her 'unfinished misson'@ correction work-nearly completed. Wish to our mama perhaps she will deliver peacefully and easily for our new member......actually she also still suffer with her haemorrhoids and decreasingly recover......

Pregnancy myths busted
As soon as you announce you’re pregnant everyone will be clambering round to give you advice: from your mum, to your other half’s second cousin, to that chap you sat next to on the bus once.

Pregnancy myths busted As soon as you announce you're pregnant everyone will be clambering round to give you advice: from your mum, to your other half's second cousin, to that chap you sat next to on the bus once. But often advice surrounding pregnancy is based on myths and old wives tales. So we've taken the top five pregnancy myths and busted them, bringing you the truth surrounding the myths. Now when old Aunt Ethel tells you to start eating for two, you can put her straight!

Myth 1 - Pregnancy causes "baby brain"
The long-held belief being that pregnancy triggers memory lapses dubbed "baby-brain" syndrome was debunked by a report in the British Journal of Psychiatry. According to a study by the Australian National University in Canberra, neither pregnancy nor motherhood damaged brain power, so being forgetful can no longer be blamed on the baby.

Myth 2 - How you carry your bump can predict its gender
How a bump is carried is as much to do with the mother's body shape and muscle tone. With first babies, the muscles and ligaments tend to be tighter so babies are carried higher. But a bump's position is also determined by the baby's presentation (whether it is breech or transverse), and its gestational age and weight.

Myth 3 - Stretch marks are avoidable if you slather on creams
Sadly girls, we all wish this one were true, but it isn't! Diligently applying expensive creams and potions from day one of pregnancy just doesn't pay off! There's no proof that any of the creams and oils that claim to prevent stretch marks actually work. The most they can achieve is a reduction of itching caused by dry skin during pregnancy. Stretch marks develop because of changes in the elastic supportive tissue that lies just beneath the skin. No one really knows why about half of pregnant women get them, and the rest don't.

Myth 4 - You're eating for two
The old phrase ' eating for two' is a little misleading. Most women don't need any extra calories for the first six months of pregnancy and only about 200 extra calories a day for the last 3 months. This is equivalent to one large banana, two slices of buttered toast or a small jacket potato with a little grated cheese. It's fine to have the occasional treat but if you put on too much weight, problems can result such as backache and varicose veins. Also it can be hard to shift the weight later.

Myth 5 - Having sex might hurt the baby
A lot of couples feel uncomfortable being intimate after they've discovered they're going to be parents. They worry that they could hurt their unborn child. These worries though are unfounded: Seven layers of skin from the abdominal wall to the amniotic sac protect your baby. Your cervix has lengthened and hardened to prevent anything from getting into the uterus. Additionally, your cervix is producing mucus to keep the vagina clean and infection free. Intercourse cannot reach, touch or harm the baby. The only exception to this is a woman whose doctor has told her to abstain because of a complication.


one of the latest mama's picture with 3hz's

Mama...we hope you will be strong.....................

Aku redha dengan segala dugaanmu Ya Allah....asyik pening setiap kali bangun tidur kebelakangan ini(maka kerja sekolah ku terbengkalai...),kdg2 selesema,mlm2 sesekali kejang kaki,yg pasti selalunya heartburn,dan dari selalunya juga asyik ke tandas dan segalanya ketidakselesaan yang kualami.............jika semuanya untuk menghapuskan dosa2 ku ini............................. aku redha Ya Allah..........mama3hz

Headche problem

What Can Cause Headaches During the Second Trimester of Pregnancy?
The second trimester of pregnancy tends to be the time when most pregnant women feel their best. Gone are the days of the first trimester and its morning sickness (hopefully!) And, during the second trimester of pregnancy, you are not as nearly uncomfortable and unwieldy as you tend to be during the third trimester of pregnancy. Still, there are some ailments that can afflict the woman during the second trimester of pregnancy. One of these problems tends to be headaches. By understanding what can cause headaches during the second trimester of pregnancy, you will be better equipped to avoid them and to deal with them when they do come.
One of the most common causes for headaches, both during the second trimester of pregnancy and any other time, is stress. The anxiety that accompanies pregnancy can weigh heavily on the brow of the pregnant woman. By the time she is in her second trimester, her body has already been through quite a bit, but there is still quite a bit to go. In addition, the normal cares of everyday life can add to this stress. If your headaches during the second trimester of pregnancy are stress-related, the best remedy for your headache is to engage in some stress-reduction techniques. Relaxation is helpful, but more often exercise can be a great way to relieve stress. Moderate exercise is also good for both you and your baby during the second trimester of pregnancy. Hunger can also cause headaches, as can dehydration. It is important for the pregnant woman to get enough to eat and drink throughout the day. While a pregnant woman is not really eating for two, she does need more calories than she did before she was pregnant. In fact, a pregnant woman needs to have about 300 extra calories per day during pregnancy. In terms of dehydration, it is very important to get enough water. Dehydration is not only dangerous for both you and your baby, but it can cause nausea, or increase the nausea that you already have.
One of the causes of headaches during the second trimester of pregnancy that most people don't think of right away has to do with the pregnant woman's increased sense of smell. Noxious fumes can cause headaches during the second trimester of pregnancy in particular because many women are more sensitive to smells during pregnancy.
If you have severe or prolonged headaches during the second trimester of pregnancy, you should consult with your health care provider. The headaches may be caused by, or be a symtom of a more serious problem.

Leg Cramps @'tarik mengkarung'

Thanks to my dear friend who is medical doctor at Malaysia(Dr Fauziah a.k.a sis pau) and pursuing her phd study here for this link.....

Leg cramps are a sudden tightening of muscles, which can cause intense pain. It is not uncommon to experience leg cramps during pregnancy, particularly in the third trimester. According to Danforth's Obstetrics and Gynecology, almost half of all pregnant women suffer from muscle spasms in their calves, with cramping more frequent during the evening.

No one really knows why women have increased leg cramps during pregnancy. Speculation is that your leg muscles are tired and stressed from carrying extra weight. As you gain more weight, your leg cramps may increase. It could also be caused by pressure from the growing baby and expanding uterus being placed on the nerves and blood vessels that go to your legs. There is some speculation that too little calcium can cause leg cramps. There are no good studies that support these theories at this time. However, it is a good idea to increase your calcium intake during your pregnancy. This nutrient is important to your baby's development and helps keep your own bones strong and healthy.

There are a few things that you can do to treat leg cramps or prevent them from occurring. Try one or more of the following interventions to help relieve or prevent your leg cramps.

To try and prevent leg cramps you can take these precautions:

* Avoid standing or sitting with your legs crossed for long periods of time since it can restrict your blood flow.

* Take a warm bath before bedtime may help to relax your muscles.

* Stretch your calf and leg muscles a few times a day, especially before bedtime. (Avoid pointing your toes)

* Rotate your ankles and wiggle your toes when you are sitting to increase circulation.

* If your doctor allows it, try to take a walk every day.

* Lie on your left side to improve your circulation.

* Elevate your legs when possible.

* Wear supportive stockings.

* Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

* Magnesium has been proven to be beneficial in the treatment of leg cramps. If your doctor allows it, take a supplement in addition to your prenatal vitamin.

Here are some tips to relieve leg cramps:

If, despite all your precautions, you do get a leg cramp you should immediately straighten your leg, heel first, and gently flex your toes back toward your shins. If someone is with you, have them massage the muscle that is cramping. This may hurt at first, but it will ease the spasm and the pain will gradually go away. Warming the muscle with a warm towel or hot water bottle or heating pad may help relax the cramp. You can also try walking around, or standing on a cold surface. Some women have found that Tylenol or Acetaminophen is helpful in relieving the pain.

Leg cramps usually go away on their own without any medical treatment. But if your muscle pain is constant and not just an occasional cramp - or if you notice any redness, warmth, swelling or tenderness in your leg you should call your health care provider.

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No more spicy food for mama.......

Pregnancy Heartburn is Common


Many women complain of heartburn during pregnancy. Heartburn during pregnancy is in fact one of the most common side effects of pregnancy. You may experience heartburn as a burning sensation in your throat or chest. Other women experience heartburn as a large lump like feeling in their throat or upper chest. Either way, heartburn is uncomfortable and best avoided or prevented if possible during pregnancy. Fortunately there are a number of simple steps you can take to minimize your heartburn woes during pregnancy.

Causes of Heartburn During Pregnancy
Many different causes result in heartburn during pregnancy. One of the primary reasons women develop heartburn during pregnancy is hormonal variations. Hormones, particularly progesterone, can relax the valve that normally prevents stomach acid from backing up into the esophagus. This can result in irritation and heartburn.

The simplest way to do this is to break your three large meals down into six smaller ones. That way you'll be eating during pregnancy roughly every 3 hours. This will help curb hunger pangs. What you don't want to do is eat a full size meal six times every day, as you will be getting much more than the recommended 300 extra calories every day. Think about 1/2 the size of your ordinary meal. Most women will get roughly 400 calories at each sitting, though this will vary from woman to woman depending on your individual body composition, activity level and caloric needs.

Indigestion and heartburn also are common during the third trimester. This typically results when the growing size of your uterus places increasing pressure on your intestines and stomach. This can promote stomach acids passing into the esophagus and therefore heartburn.

Treating Heartburn During Pregnancy
While you can't adjust your hormone levels or stop your uterus from growing while pregnant, there are some simple measures you can take to help reduce heartburn and in some cases prevent it altogether. Here are some tips for minimizing the discomforts of heartburn during pregnancy:


* Eat several small meals during the day instead of three large ones. This will help reduce the pressure on your stomach and help ease the digestion process.

* Avoid foods that are spicy or overly fatty, as this can contribute to heartburn in pregnancy.

* Always eat at least one hour before laying down at night. Laying down shortly after eating will contribute to heartburn. Some women find they feel best if they allow at least two hours between eating and laying down, whether for a nap or for bedtime.

* Eat plenty of yogurt or try some milk if you experience frequent heartburn. These foods can help reduce heartburn symptoms.

* Avoid drinking lots of fluids during meals, which can distend your stomach and contribute to heartburn.

* Try chewing some gum after meals, which may help neutralize stomach acids and reduce heartburn.

* Avoid caffeine and carbonated beverages that can also contribute to heartburn.

* Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight or that pinch at the waist. This can also contribute to heartburn.

* Avoid spices and hot sauces as well as certain condiments including ketchup or mustard.

* Avoid tomato and tomato based products including marinara sauce, which for some may contribute to heartburn.

* Try mixing some honey with your milk, which can also ease the burn and discomfort of heartburn.

* Try over the counter antacids such as Tums to relieve severe heartburn. Check in with your healthcare provider first. Most antacids are considered relatively safe to use during pregnancy, but you should always check the label and ask your healthcare provider if you have any questions.

If none of these measures helps relieve your heartburn, check in with your doctor. They may be able to prescribe something stronger to relieve your discomfort. Some women who have heartburn problems before pregnancy might find their symptoms particularly difficult during pregnancy and may require more aggressive treatment.

Of course the most important thing to remember is as with all pregnancy side effects, this too will pass. In fact you should realize an abrupt improvement in your symptoms soon after delivery.

Mama's check up............

Just wanna share mama's experience for maternal check up
- so far the process is not too fussy as what mama thought like in Malaysia.....

17th June- first time met midwife and open the record book(here.......... it have been called as 'pregnancy notes'- important as red book in Malaysia and made appointment for midwife home visit....)

28th June- supposedly midwife came home but unfortunately, she was unavailable to come, the other date has been confirmed;3rd July 2010.....

3rd July-as second time; the other midwife came house and explain the basic about impotant information about pregnancy and takes some important medical history from mama.She also took some blood test and urine test.Since mizah is so cautios with her action, she asked to came nearest 'sure start community centre' next week for another blood taken.

6th July-mama went to 'woodville sure start community centre' for gave the blood to midwife as requested....

15th July-since mama's blood result is Hb E carrier, abah also have to give his blood to ensure no 'complication' will happen after this.....

23th July-First 'dating scan' by sonographer at North Manchester General Hospital, just 5 minutes procedure, very fast and efficient!!!!!!!!!!!!!our new member is good and well condition, alhmadulillah....

19th Aug- As third time; Check up by midwife at GP and result from abah's blood was given. Abah is not Hb E carrier..so our new member most probably is safe; insyaallah!!!!!!!!!!!!another urine test has taken and some 'swab procedure' for mama's minor problem(less immunity system in mama's body) have been taken; get another prescription; ferrous tablet@iron tablet- before this already got it; this is continous prescription; mama also got folic acid as supplementary tablet since first time check up in June by GP.....

soon:

17th Sept-anomaly scan by sonographer at North Manchester General Hospital

4th Nov-fourth time check up by midwife; insyaallah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cerita mama..........(episod 2)

Sambungan....

Sebenarnya tak silap mama, hanya kehamilan zimah sahaja yang mama agak teruja dengan memberitahu khabar gembira kepada rakan2 mahupun keluarga apabila mendapat tahu berita tersebut.Tetapi bermula dengan kehamilan mizah dan seterusnya mama jadi 'pemalu' untuk mengwar2kan berita kehamilan di peringkat awal kecuali kepada rakan2 dan ahli keluarga terdekat .Entah kenapa...takut dengan apa ntah...terutamanya kehamilan di sini...pelbagai anggapan negatif yang mama fikirkan...tapi hati mama memujuk semula....biarlah apa orang nak kata...bukannya mereka faham situasi sebenar yang mama alami....susah nak diekspresikan dengan perkataan hatta kadang2 melalui perkataan pun mampu membawa kepada seribu pengertian...cukuplah mama katakan di sini, mama dan abah sentiasa 'bertanggungjawab' dengan segala keputusan yang telah kami lakukan dalam segala hal...benar, kadang2 keputusan kita tak semua dipersetujui oleh orang lain, tapi mama rasa orang lain pun seharusnya menghormati dengan keputusan mama dan abah dalam kami menempuhi hidup di rantau orang ini.......memang, bukan mudah hidup di rantau orang tapi dengan adanya rakan2 dan ahli keluarga terdekat yang selalu menghormati keputusan mama dan abah, kami rasa lega .......namun hati jahat selalu berkata yang bukan2, puas juga menepis....adakalanya mama ni penuh dengan andaian(mentang2 phd mama banyak baca pasal teori, dalam kehidupan seharian juga mama dipenuhi dengan andaian2@teori yang mengarut...)....

norma masyarakat melayu di sini sememangnya agak ramai jugak kaum wanita yang belajar, tetapi tidak ramai yang mahu hamil ketika belajar, mungkin mereka ada alasannya tersendiri, mama pun dulu pernah terdetik untuk mengelak daipada menambah zuriat di sini...namun adakalanya apa yang kita tidak mahu itu, mungkin adalah yang terbaik untuk kita....sementelahan keadaan sebegini, mama sentiasa cuba fikirkan insan2 yang telah berjaya menempuhi cabaran2 seumpama2 ini...yang mama kenali dan ketahui.......

satu lagi sifat garang mama terhadap anak2 hanya bermula ketika di sini, dahulunya ketika di Malaysia, mama memang sangat tidak garang terhadap anak2-jentik pun tak pernah, apatah lagi mengherdik dan sebagainya, tak percaya, boleh rujuk kepada mak tok kami, tapi keadaan tekanan sebab belajar ni yang naik turun menyebabkan mama mudah jadi garang kepada kami, tapi abah kurang sikit garangnya....apapun, kami redha ajelah, sapa suruh kami nakal kan...lagipun mama sebenarnya marah2 sayang kat anak2 mama...memang bukan mudah membesarkan anak2 bawah 7 tahun dalam keadaan mama dan abah belajar serentak...memang anak2 mama pun perlu berkorban juga nampaknya....dan mama berdoa moga kalian semua akan jadi insan2 yang kuat semangat kelak....okaylah kali ni entri yang agak pendek....sebab isu entri kali ni memang tak boleh dihuraikan dengan panjang lebar......mama berhenti dengan lagu ini, ditujukan khas untuk buah hati mama dan abah, 3 puteri yang mama dan abah sayangi......

Cerita mama.......(episod 1)

This entry is about mama and she wanna story in malay languange; sometimes own languange is the best!!!!!!!hehehehe..enjoy her story....
amaran: entri ni panjang, sapa malas baca,sila klik X pada pepenjuru kanan antaramuka blogs ini...terima kasih....

Kehamilan...ya kali ni sebenarnya kehamilan mama yang keenam....kenapa keenam...sebab dua lagi kehamilan mama menemui kegagalan, pertama kali tahun 2003,mama keguguran pada minggu kesebelas, sebelum kehamilan untuk zimah dan kali kedua adalah diawal tahun yang lalu,mama hanya sempat hamil dalam tempoh enam minggu sahaja......sebelum kehamilan sekarang ini...dan tiga lagi kehamilan alhamdulillah berakhir dengan kejayaan dimana mama berjaya melahirkan 3 puteri yang sangat comel lagi bijak, dan kini sedang membesar dengan begitu riang ria di hadapan mama dan abah...dan kini mama sedang menempuhi kehamilan yang keenam dan besar harapan mama agar kehamilan kali ini akan berakhir dengan kegembiraan jua nanti...
setiap kehamilan mama ada kisahnya tersendiri dan segala yang terjadi kepada mama sewaktu hamilkan anak2 mama mempunyai kesan yang tersendiri kepada puteri2 mama...

mama nukilkan pengalaman pertama iaitu tika menghamilkan zimah....waktu itu kenangan yang cukup terindah...dan memandangkan zimah adalah anak sulung, maka mama agak 'manja' dan semua keinginan mama dipenuhi oleh abah sepanjang tempoh kehamilan kepada zimah..sementelahan mama tidak mahu pengalaman pahit berulang kembali, maka sebaik sahaja mendapat tahu hamil sekali lagi...mama dan abah betul2 menjaga dan membelai kandungan dengan penuh kasih sayang...masih ingat lagi waktu hamilkan zimah juga mama menerima ijazah sarjana di UTM, mama terpaksa berlari2 memanjat anak bukit menuju ke Dewan Sultan Iskandar sebab dah lewat tiba bersama2 'auntie' Lina, ketika itu, kandungan mama dah mencecah 5 bulan, secara tak langsung, dari dalam perut lagi zimah dah menerima ijazah sarjana bersama mamanya.....dan kini puteri mama yang sulung ini memang sifatnya adalah sangat manja,lemah lembut tapi tegas dan sangat bertanggungjawab........hmmmmmmm.....

lain pula kisahnya ketika menghamilkan mizah..mama hanya sedar yang mama hamil ketika kandungan sudahpun mencecah empat bulan...mengapa...ada kisahnya tersendiri ni...memang kehamilan untuk mizah adalah tidak disengajakan....dan memang ketika itu mama sangat sibuk dengan kerja2 pejabat serta kursus2 berkaitan dengan tugas hakiki... ....sementelahan menyedari mama hamil pun disebabkan mama rasa 'lain macam' jer.. .....namun...memang mama tidak mabuk dan tidak alah di sepanjang awal2 kehamilan pada mizah..cuma apabila sudah mendapat tahu barulah sifat mengada2 tu datang...tapi seingat mama memang masa hamilkan mizah mama tak 'manja' sangat sebab sibuk dengan tugasan mengajar dan penyelidikan......sehinggalah saat2 melahirkannya juga agak mudah berbanding kakaknya yang mama perlu menjalani pembedahan atas sebab yang terlalu 'minor'...dan kini puteri kedua mama itu sangat aktif,sangat nakal dan sangat suka menyakat adik dan kakaknya....dan dia sangat lasak...kesan kehamilan mama yang lasak jugak agaknya....

namun kehamilan kepada hanie ni macam ada kombinasi pengalaman kehamilan zimah dan juga kehamilan mizah...mama dapat tahu sejak kandungan baru je mencecah sebulan lebih dan mabuk yang agak teruk, tapi dek disebabkan sibuk dengan urusan kerja pejabat, mama terpaksa kuatkan semangat dan dua kali terpaksa bertugas di luar kawasan....sekali ke KL dan sekali ke kuching...memang lemah juga..tapi mama gagahkan semangat sebab ketika itu masih di peringkat awal kehamilan jugak, kemudian mama tetap sibuk sementelahan dengan urusan pengesahan jawatan, urusan proses untuk melanjutkan pelajaran, kursus sana kursus sini..memang mama sibuk..tak sempat sangat nak bermanja-manjaan...dan pada ketika kandungan mencecah hampir 8 bulan kami sekeuarga berpindah ke rumah sendiri, erm...memanglah mama tak buat kerja2 berat tapi semestinya mama sibuk jugalah membantu abah dalam urusan pindah rumah tu kan, sebelum tu mama ada juga terpaksa bermalam di wad hospital, pertamanya waktu awal trisemester kedua(tapi mama masih mabuk2 lagi-asyik muntah je setiap kali lepas makan) sebab mizah demam panas di Kedah Medical Centre, dan keduanya waktu trisemester ketiga, sekali lagi mizah demam panas, kali ni agak lama dan kami ber'kampung ' di Hospital Jitra lebih kurang 5 hari 4 malam...sebab pemeriksaan yang agak terperinci dilakukan kepada mizah..puncanya dia mengalami suhu yang tinggi(orang tua2 kata..demam 'tarik'..)...namun alhamdulillah akhirnya hanie dilahirkan dengan cara normal juga sepertimana kakaknya,mizah.....tapi cik hanie ni kena kuning pulak gara2 mama dia teruja sangat nak ambil jamu selapan hanya dua tiga hari selepas melahirkan hanie...akhirnya kami bermalam 3 hari dua malam di wad Hopital Jitra(erm..kali kedua la mama duk wad yang sama ......)...

kehamilan kali ini seakan ada perbezaan sedikit dengan yang lepas...mama mudah jadi panas baran, malas tahap melampau, dan kurang selera untuk masak....mujurlah baru2 ni maktok datang melawat kami, jadi tugas masak memang 90% maktok yang uruskan, namun sekarang maktok dah pulang ke malaysia, nak tak nak, mama kena la masak...walapun kini kandungan mama dah empat bulan lebih, tapi selera mama masih kurang, berat mama masih sama seperti belum hamil lagi, pemeriksaan kehamilan di sini pun tidaklah se'cerewet' macam di Malaysia. Sebenarnya mama tidaklah mengharap sangat untuk hamil di perantauan ni semetelahan mama dan abah sekarang kan masih lagi di akhir2 hujung pengajian..dah rezeki...mama dan abah redha je lah...lagipun puteri2 mama macam teruja semacam je nak ada adik walaupun nampak mereka macama 'chumel2' ajer..tapi pemikiran mereka boleh tahan juga.....wallahulam......'midwife' yang membuat pemeriksaan ke atas mama juga mengesahkan mama ni pembawa Hb E~~ ada kaitan dengan Beta Thalassemia( hasil daripada pemeriksaan darah)...yang pastinya abah bukan pembawa(juga hasil dari pemeriksaan darah)...jadi anak2 mama selamat, cuma mama ada dapat pil untuk tambah darah-pil besi- untuk mengelakkan mama anemia mungkin......jadi besarlah harapan mama agar pembaca2 budiman bagi blogs puteri2 mama ini mendoakan mama selamat menempuhi dua perjalanan yang berbeza ini dengan selamatnya..satu , perjalanan kehamilan ini yang akan berakhir hujung bulan januari 2011 insyaallah, manakala perjalanan phd mama yang dijangka berakhir jun 2011(kalau diberi kelulusan lanjutkan tempoh belajar hendaknya, jika tidak...kena CTG la jawabnya)...takkan nak terbang ke Malaysia waktu kandungan 9 bulan kan???tempoh asal cuti belajar mama akan berakhir hujung tahun ini,2010...yang mana ketika itu mama dah tak boleh naik pesawat pun,sebab dah sarat sangat pun..bila2 masa pun boleh bersalin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!lagipun proses pengajian pun belum pasti dapat selesai atau tidak sebelum Dis ini..hanya Allah saja yang tahu.......wallahualam...

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