Pregnancy Matters Ghana

Pregnancy Matters Ghana ๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด & ๐—ฆ๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—˜๐˜…๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ & ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—˜๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—•๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด & ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—˜๐˜…๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ

๐ŸŒŸ Struggling with breastfeeding? Youโ€™re not alone ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝโœจ The difference between the first slide and the second? Itโ€™s the di...
31/08/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Struggling with breastfeeding? Youโ€™re not alone ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝ

โœจ The difference between the first slide and the second? Itโ€™s the difference between a frustrated Mama unsure of what to doโ€ฆ and a Mama who found the right support with a Lactation Consultant by her side. ๐Ÿ’•

No, it didnโ€™t happen overnight. It took consistency, counselling, and lots of encouragement. And weโ€™re so proud of this Mama for sticking it out for the long haul! ๐ŸŒธ

If youโ€™ve been wondering where weโ€™ve beenโ€”this is it! Out in Greater Accra, walking with Mamas through their breastfeeding challenges and helping them reach their goals. ๐Ÿคฑ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ

๐Ÿ“ If youโ€™re struggling with breastfeeding or just need some guidance, Pregnancy Matters Ghana is here for you. Send us a DM today and letโ€™s journey together!

Iโ€™m excited to be speaking at the National Launch of Breastfeeding Month 2025 today-  Friday, August 8th at 3:30 PM โ€” an...
08/08/2025

Iโ€™m excited to be speaking at the National Launch of Breastfeeding Month 2025 today- Friday, August 8th at 3:30 PM โ€” and Iโ€™d love for you to join me!

As a medical doctor, midwife, and lactation consultant, Iโ€™ll be sharing on โ€œBreastfeeding Made Easy: Myths, Tips & Real Talkโ€ โ€” drawn from my personal journey and the many amazing mamas Iโ€™ve had the privilege to support.

Whether youโ€™re currently breastfeeding, preparing to, or just curious, this session is for you. Letโ€™s talk about how we can make breastfeeding work for you, in real life โ€” with the right support and without pressure.

๐Ÿ“… Friday, 8th August
๐Ÿ•ž 3:30 PM
๐Ÿ“Online โ€“ FREE to attend!
๐Ÿ”— Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BqdbQ1BITcKer1cK8v-_Jg

Tag a friend, save the date, and come with your questions. I canโ€™t wait to connect with you ๐Ÿ’•

Hey Mamas, have you ever noticed that the moment youโ€™re handed the cup to p*e, it suddenly feels impossible?Ever wondere...
27/01/2025

Hey Mamas, have you ever noticed that the moment youโ€™re handed the cup to p*e, it suddenly feels impossible?

Ever wondered why your doctors and midwives are so interested in your urine at every prenatal visit?

Well, letโ€™s break it down for you! This post dives into what those tests are all about and why theyโ€™re so important for your pregnancy journey.

Remember, knowledge is power, and weโ€™re here to help you stay informed and empowered every step of the way!

โ€œYour breastfeeding journey matters! ๐Ÿ’• At Pregnancy Matters Ghana, we are here to support you with personalized, in-hous...
23/01/2025

โ€œYour breastfeeding journey matters! ๐Ÿ’• At Pregnancy Matters Ghana, we are here to support you with personalized, in-house lactation consultations. Whether itโ€™s poor attachment, positioning, or any other breastfeeding concerns, weโ€™ve got you covered! ๐ŸŒธ

Letโ€™s work together to establish and maintain a strong breastfeeding bond for you and your little one. ๐Ÿคฑ Contact us today to book a session and take the first step towards stress-free breastfeeding. ๐Ÿ’ช

โ€

๐Ÿ’ซโœจ Your First Antenatal Appointmentโ€”Letโ€™s Do This! โœจ๐Ÿ’ซMama, the moment you suspect youโ€™re pregnant, call your doctor or m...
21/01/2025

๐Ÿ’ซโœจ Your First Antenatal Appointmentโ€”Letโ€™s Do This! โœจ๐Ÿ’ซ

Mama, the moment you suspect youโ€™re pregnant, call your doctor or midwife and book that very first prenatal visit! ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’–

At this appointment, your care provider will ask lots of questions to build a clear picture of your health historyโ€”so get ready! Pro tip:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Write down any medications youโ€™re currently taking.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Chat with your family about health risks or illnesses that might run in the family.

Itโ€™s also a perfect time to prepare your own questions (because letโ€™s face itโ€”pregnancy brain is REAL! ๐Ÿง โœจ). Donโ€™t be shyโ€”take notes during the visit so you donโ€™t miss a thing!

Oh, and if you can, bring your partner! Itโ€™s a special moment to share as a team. ๐Ÿ’•

๐ŸŒŸ Mamas, letโ€™s share! ๐ŸŒŸ
Do you remember your first prenatal visit? Whatโ€™s one thing you wish youโ€™d known going in? Rate your experience on a scale of 1-10 in the comments below! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

Letโ€™s make that first visit a magical step into this beautiful journey! โœจ๐ŸŒธ

โœจ Hey Mamas! โœจFor those who missed our Instagram Live, let me officially introduce myselfโ€”Iโ€™m Dr. Lawren Anniwaa Asamoah...
19/01/2025

โœจ Hey Mamas! โœจ

For those who missed our Instagram Live, let me officially introduce myselfโ€”Iโ€™m Dr. Lawren Anniwaa Asamoah, and Iโ€™m excited to serve as the current Team Lead of Pregnancy Matters Ghana! ๐Ÿ’•

Hereโ€™s a little about me:
๐ŸŒŸ Iโ€™m a Ghanaian-trained Medical Doctor
๐ŸŒŸ An Australian-trained Registered Midwife
๐ŸŒŸ And an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)โ€”the second in Ghana!

For years, Iโ€™ve been a part of the Pregnancy Matters family, often working behind the scenes while pursuing knowledge and skills to better serve you. Now, Iโ€™m honored to step forward as your advocate, educator, and support system, dedicated to empowering mamas like you!

With this foundation, Pregnancy Matters offers virtual and in-house lactation consultations (available at a fee) to provide the expert care and support you deserve. We are passionate about bridging the gap in maternal care and creating a system in Ghana that matches the standards of care abroad.

If youโ€™re a mama in need of breastfeeding support or maternal education, weโ€™re here for you! DM us or send us an email at [email protected] to book your consult. Letโ€™s make this journey beautiful together.

โœจ Thank You for Joining Us! โœจA huge thank you to everyone who joined our Instagram Live yesterday on โ€œGuess Whoโ€™s Back: ...
19/01/2025

โœจ Thank You for Joining Us! โœจ

A huge thank you to everyone who joined our Instagram Live yesterday on โ€œGuess Whoโ€™s Back: Growing, Learning, and Better Than Ever!โ€ Your support means the world to us as we continue this journey of empowering women through maternal and neonatal education.

Weโ€™re thrilled to share some of our achievements:
๐ŸŒŸ Dr. Lawren Asamoah will now take a key lead in PMG! We canโ€™t wait to reintroduce her in tomorrowโ€™s postโ€”stay tuned!
๐ŸŒŸ Jocelyn Crosby-Agbeko, our amazing Canadian-based midwife, will now take on a background role while continuing to support Pregnancy Matters in impactful ways.

Together, weโ€™ve grown, adapted, and are ready to make an even greater difference in the lives of mothers and families. Weโ€™re excited about whatโ€™s ahead with our dedicated team and all of you in this community.

Hereโ€™s to moving forwardโ€”stronger, wiser, and better than ever! ๐Ÿ’ช

โœจ Hey Mamas! โœจPregnancy is a beautiful journey, but we know it can come with some challengesโ€”like vomiting or even hyper...
17/01/2025

โœจ Hey Mamas! โœจ

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but we know it can come with some challengesโ€”like vomiting or even hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) (severe nausea and vomiting). If youโ€™re dealing with this, youโ€™re not alone, and weโ€™re here to help! ๐Ÿ’•

Here are some tips and tricks to get through it:
๐ŸŒฑ Eat small, frequent meals: Keep snacks handy and nibble on something light every 2-3 hours.
๐Ÿ‹ Try ginger or lemon: Ginger tea or sniffing a fresh lemon can ease nausea for some mamas.
๐Ÿ’ง Stay hydrated: Sip water, coconut water, or oral rehydration solutions to keep fluids up.
๐Ÿ›Œ Rest when you need to: Fatigue can make nausea worse, so listen to your body.
๐Ÿ’Š Talk to your doctor: If your symptoms are severe, medications or additional support may be needed.

Remember, mama, this phase doesnโ€™t last forever, and brighter days are ahead! Focus on the joy of growing your little miracle. ๐ŸŒŸ

Share your experience in the comments or DM us for more advice and support. Letโ€™s make this journey as beautiful as itโ€™s meant to be! ๐Ÿ’Œ

โœจ Hey Mamas! โœจGuess what? Weโ€™re going LIVE this Saturday, and we canโ€™t wait to catch up with you all! ๐Ÿฅณ Youโ€™ve probably ...
15/01/2025

โœจ Hey Mamas! โœจ

Guess what? Weโ€™re going LIVE this Saturday, and we canโ€™t wait to catch up with you all! ๐Ÿฅณ Youโ€™ve probably been wondering where weโ€™ve been during the break, and weโ€™re ready to spill all the tea! โ˜•๏ธ๐Ÿ’ฌ

But first, letโ€™s have some funโ€”drop your guesses in the comments below! What do you think weโ€™ve been up to? ๐Ÿ‘€

And, of course, let us know if youโ€™ll be joining us live. Weโ€™ve missed you and canโ€™t wait to reconnect! ๐Ÿ’•

Set your remindersโ€”itโ€™s going to be a good one!

Hey Mamas! โœจLetโ€™s talk about an incredible hormone called Prolactinโ€”your bodyโ€™s milk-making superstar! ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ชWhen your baby ...
13/01/2025

Hey Mamas! โœจ

Letโ€™s talk about an incredible hormone called Prolactinโ€”your bodyโ€™s milk-making superstar! ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ช

When your baby breastfeeds, it sends a signal to your brain to produce more Prolactin. This amazing hormone tells your body to make more milk for your baby, ensuring they have all the nourishment they need. This is called a feedback mechanismโ€”the more your baby feeds, the more milk your body makes!

So, keep latching your little one often and on demand to help your milk supply thrive. Trust your bodyโ€”itโ€™s designed to meet your babyโ€™s needs! ๐Ÿ’•

Do you have any questions about breastfeeding or find yourself struggling with your milk supply? Drop a comment below or send us a DMโ€”weโ€™re here to support you every step of the way! ๐Ÿ’Œ

Address

Lakeside Estate
Accra
00233

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Pregnancy Matters Ghana posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Pregnancy Matters Ghana:

Share