Author
Kinga Żebrowska
Graduate of Warsaw Medical University
Doctor in the course of specialisation in obstetrics and gynaecology. Author of over 500 popular science articles on paediatrics, gynaecology and parenting in the broadest sense.
Co-author of scientific publications.
Completes her specialty training in obstetrics and gynaecology at the 3rd reference level unit at Bielański Hospital in Warsaw.
Apart from everyday work at the hospital and outpatient clinic, when writing articles I try to bring medical issues closer to patients in the most accessible way possible.
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Sleepiness during pregnancy-where does it come from?
Many pregnant women struggle with sleep problems. Some moms-to-be complain of insomnia during the 9 months of pregnancy, while others are bothered by excessive sleepiness at that time. All sleep problems badly affect the daily functioning and well-being of a pregnant woman. When does sleepiness in pregnancy pass and what are its causes?
Stretch marks after pregnancy-can they be prevented?
Skin problems, among which stretch marks are often mentioned, cause many worries for women during pregnancy and after childbirth. It is believed that stretch marks appear in up to 90% of moms-to-be. The good news is that most of the changes on a woman's body fade after childbirth. How to speed up the disappearance of stretch marks after pregnancy?
Induction of labor – methods
Labor induction is one of the most commonly performed procedures in obstetrics. One-fifth of births in developed countries begin with induction. In uncomplicated pregnancies, according to current PTGiP recommendations, it is reasonable to induce labor at 41. One week of pregnancy. What are the contraindications and possible complications of inducing labor?
Baby blues – how to deal with it?
The period after the birth of a child is special, but also very difficult for many mothers. Emotions such as happiness and joy are interspersed with fear associated with the new role and responsibilities. This is completely normal and many women are affected by the baby blues after giving birth. However, it is important to know its symptoms and how to distinguish it from postpartum depression. So what symptoms accompany a newly minted mom at that time? How to deal with them? We will discuss these and other issues in this article.
Belly after childbirth- what does it look like?
Recently, it has become increasingly common for women to compare themselves to idealized photos available on social media. A hypocritical picture is being created of what a woman looks like after 9 months of pregnancy and after the birth of a child. However, despite appearances, many women complain of a long-lasting postpartum belly. How long does it take to get back to the pre-pregnancy state and what are the causes of "postpartum belly"?
Dizziness in pregnancy
During pregnancy there are many symptoms and discomforts associated with this unique condition. One of them is dizziness. In many pregnant women they appear already in the first weeks of pregnancy and usually do not mean anything serious. However, if they occur in the third trimester, towards the end of pregnancy, they can herald dangerous complications such as pre-eclampsia or HELLP syndrome. What are the causes of dizziness in pregnancy and can it be prevented?
Green tea in pregnancy
Green tea is considered a healthier counterpart to the more popular black version of the beverage. Many women can't imagine a day without a cup of green brew. Find out if you can drink green tea during pregnancy.
Are there methods to speed up labor?
It is believed that currently 1/5 of births are started by induction. Labor is induced when completing the pregnancy before the spontaneous onset of labor is more beneficial to the mother and the baby. A lot of pregnant women who are around their due date want to speed it up with home remedies on their own. What are the methods to speed up labor?
Problems of a newborn born prematurely
Premature babies, as babies born before 37 are referred to. week of pregnancy, they often have to face many difficulties from the first days of their lives. Low birth weight and possible complications, cause many Parents to fear for their baby's life and health. What are the most common complications of prematurity and how does modern medicine deal with them?