Birthclub: April 2027

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How to handle morning sickness

I am currently 7 weeks pregnant and having really bad morning sickness and i cant even eat food or certain drinks. I feel nausea throughout the whole day everyday and have a hard time eating because i will vomit out. Anyone experiencing the same as me what do you guys do to help ease the morning sickness please i feel like i cant go on anymore😭

I have been drinking so much ginger water! and just trying to rest alot

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It's gone. I have lost my pregnancy.

I have lost my pregnancy. Its one of the most painful experience in my life today. I don't know how to heal or recover from this. But I hope I will. Sending my love to all the mamas who have gone through this. Or going.

I’m so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please take all the time you need to grieve and be gentle with yourself during this incredibly difficult time. There are no words that can take away your pain, but please know that you’re in my thoughts. Sending you so much love and strength🤍

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What should I do next?

Hi mummies, this is my first time getting pregnant and I dont know what to do. It says on the app that im 5 weeks in, and I took the home kit test twice - it shows positive. Do I go poly and tell them I wanna get a blood test or smth? Or GP only does it? If theres like a map/timeline of what to do, when to do what, it would be really helpful huhu >_

Congrats on your pregnancy! You can go to either your polyclinic or GP for a blood test to confirm, both will do it no problem. I'd suggest polyclinic first since it's usually faster and cheaper, just tell them you've got a positive home test and want confirmation. After that they'll refer you to KKH or your chosen hospital for your first scan around 8-12 weeks, and they'll give you a proper timeline then for all your appointments and checkups ahead. Don't worry, once you start the system they make it pretty straightforward with dates and what to expect at each stage.

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Why KKH don’t play sound for heartbeat.. any nurse can share why this protocol?

Went for dating scan in KKH and the nurse said it’s KKH protocol to not play the sound. But just show the flickering heartbeat.. why so?

I think it's a safety thing lah, they want to limit unnecessary ultrasound exposure, especially in early pregnancy when you're just confirming dates and viability. Some hospitals are stricter about this than others, but KKH's approach is basically "we show you it's there, that's what matters" rather than adding extra time for the audio. My friend went there for her dating scan too and had the same experience, so it does seem to be their standard practice rather than anything to worry about.

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Is it possible?

I took 3 preggy test... First said positive then second said negative then lastly said positive... All is digital test. Went to the doctor and he said not pregnant and he said it may be too early to detect.. Do you think I could be pregnant or not pregnant? P. S. The digital test states "pregnant 1-2"

How many weeks are you? The best way is to take a blood test to test for your beta hcg hormone. This is the same hormone that home kit tests but home kit would not tell you the level of beta hcg(ie the number). Most home kit are have a sensitivity of 25, so if you are borderline this level it will show faint lines only Non pregnant people typically do not have this hormone, but a blood test will tell u the exact number

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After vaginal ultra sound, no sac found... had heavy bleeding too. Anyone exp this? Week5

It would have most likely been an etopic pregnancy. Did you consult your gynae on the bleeding

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Private choice at Thomson

Hi! I'm a first time mummy to be and I am thinking hard about which route to go. I thought I would try Thomson Medical for my birth and wanted to ask how is the cost for mummies that gave birth there? I also plan to go to Dr Wong (clinic in tampines) if you have any experience I'd be so grateful to read your thoughts and advices

I delivered at Thomson with my first and found it quite pricey overall, though the facilities are really nice and the staff were attentive. For costs, it really depends on whether you go with a consultant obstetrician or the hospital team, and what package you choose, I'd recommend calling their billing department directly to ask for a breakdown because prices vary quite a bit depending on your delivery type and any complications. As for Dr Wong in Tampines, I haven't personally been to that clinic, but a few friends have mentioned their GPs there are thorough, though you'd still need to decide later on where you want to deliver. I think the best move is to clarify Thomson's exact costs first since that's your main concern, then you can weigh whether it fits your budget before committing to a consultant there.

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Should i take private or not private in KKH?

Its my first pregnancy.. im not sure what to do and currently im scared of the financial part too.. but ome thing is i really want ward A tho because of the privacy... I need some advice and whether anyone knows about the financial part or what kind of payment is used too... Like medisave or upfront cash or smtg... 😵‍💫#firsttime

You can get a referral letter to KKH for Sub then later on at 30wk+ u can op to change to private . The birth costs will be according to ward rates. So at least for check up can save some $

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Full private (mount A) vs public private (KKH)

I have been seeing my gynae for about 3 years now, and been through cyst removal ops last year. Gynae is very experienced and swift, assuring which comforted me and my husband alot, so we trust him. However, with the pregnancy now, he is too expensive, hence, am considering kkh private. Anyone can share the pros and cons, along with the costs incurred? Thank you!#help_mom #firsttimemom

I totally understand wanting to stay with someone you trust, especially after going through surgery with them. The thing is, KKH private is quite a bit cheaper than a full private gynae, and their doctors are really experienced too since they handle so many deliveries, but you do lose that continuity of care and the same doctor won't necessarily be there on the day you deliver. My friend switched from her private gynae to KKH private midway through and she said the trade-off was worth it cost-wise, though she did miss seeing the same person each time. I'd suggest calling KKH private to get their exact fees and asking your current gynae if he can refer you or if there's a way to stay with him for key appointments while doing routine scans at KKH, since some people do a hybrid approach. What matters most to you between cost, continuity, and that peace of mind factor?

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