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15/09/2025

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02/04/2025

Did you know that most causes of maternal deaths are preventable?

Everyday, many women die from preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications. 💔💔
In an ideal world, childbirth should be a moment of joy. But in many parts of the world, especially in low-resource settings, women face life-threatening risks due to inadequate healthcare.

Major causes of maternal deaths include; ( Direct Causes)

💉Haemorrhage (severe bleeding)
💉Hypertension in pregnancy (pre-eclampsia and eclampsia)
💉Sepsis (infections)
💉Complications of labour and delivery (prolonged and obstructed labour)
💉Complications of unsafe abortions.

Other Contributing factors include: ( Indirect causes)
🩸Anaemia
🩸HIV/AIDS
🩸Sickle cell disease
🩸 Delay ; in seeking care,identifying and reaching a health facility or receiving appropriate treatment.
🩸Cultural beliefs, lack of education,poverty,lack of access to delivery tools or resources.

As a Midwife Practitioner, I have witnessed both heartbreaking losses and incredible success stories.
The solution to reducing maternal and newborn mobidity and mortality is clear:
👩🏽‍⚕More midwives & skilled birth attendants in rural areas.
👩🏽‍⚕Affordable & accessible maternal healthcare for all women.
👩🏽‍⚕ Education & empowerment for expectant mothers.

🤰🏾No woman should die while giving life.Every mother deserves safe, respectful, and high-quality healthcare.
🤰🏾It is important that all births are attended by skilled health professionals, as timely management and treatment can make the difference between life and death for the mother as well as for the baby.

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At I Care Consults Africa , , and women, individuals and communities to be in control and make informed choices about their health and well-being is at the center of our focus.

💬 What do you think is the biggest barrier to reducing maternal mortality? Let’s discuss.

01/04/2025

Hello April,

Dear I Care Health Community,

Welcome to a brand new month filled with fresh opportunities for growth, wellness and self-care.
This is a month of possibilities, good news, good health and miracles.
This April, let's embrace the journey of prioritizing our health—body, mind, and soul.

"Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live." – Jim Rohn

No matter the challenges you face on your wellness journey, remember:
"It always seems impossible until it is done." – Nelson Mandela

Let's break barriers, prioritize our health,and take bold steps towards a better life.

Together we continue to educate, support and empower each other towards a better health and wellness.

Wishing you a moth of strength, peace,progress and vibrant health.

With Love ❤️
Nr. Idoko Josephine Omada

I Care Consults Africa
Happy New Month Everyone 🤗🥳💃🤣

22/03/2025

Many women suffer in silence from endometriosis due to , , and .

The challenges go beyond physical pain—they include anxiety, depression, and struggles with fertility. But you don’t have to face it alone!

Join us tomorrow at 6 PM for an insightful discussion on endometriosis, its impact, and effective management strategies.

Let’s break the silence, raise awareness, and empower women with the knowledge they need!

Tag a friend, share this post, and don’t miss out!

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20/03/2025

08/03/2025

Today, we celebrate the , , and of women worldwide under the theme " ." This theme is a call to action—to break barriers, challenge biases, and create a world where every woman and girl has equal opportunities.

As we mark this day, let’s remember that gender equality is not just a women's issue; it’s a human issue. It is about ensuring that future generations grow up in a world where opportunities are not determined by gender but by , , and .

Let us work together to accelerate progress in , , , and for everywhere. Every action we take today shapes a better future for all.

"When women support each other, incredible things happen." — Unknown

Together, let's push progress forward 💪 ✨️








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NATAL CARE with the Midwife Extraordinairé

26/02/2025

*DID YOU KNOW THAT AS A WOMAN YOU SHOULD EXAMINE YOUR BREASTS AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH ?*

Yes! As a woman perform a breast self-exam (BSE) at least once a month, ideally a few days after your period ends when your breasts are less tender and swollen.

For women who are postmenopausal, picking a consistent day each month is recommended.

*WHY SHOULD WOMEN SELF - EXAMINE THEIR BREASTS.
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Regular self-exams helps you to become familiar with your normal breast tissue, making it easier for you to notice anything unusual or abnormal, like lumps changes in size, shape, or texture, dimpling, or ni**le discharge.

Studies have also shown that women who were diagnosed earlier on with breast cancer were the first to notice unusual changes in their breast. Remember,

*SIMPLE STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE ON HOW TO PERFORM BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION (BSE)*

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You can examine your breasts while sitting or standing with your back straight in front of the mirror and in the shower,and also while lying down.

1. *IN FRONT OF A MIRROR*

In Front of a Mirror

💜 Stand with arms at your sides and observe your breasts.

💜 Look for changes in shape, swelling, dimpling, or ni**le discharge.

💜 Raise your arms and check again.

💜 Lastly, place your hands on your hips and flex your chest muscles to observe any changes.

2. *IN THE SHOWER

💗 Raise one arm and use the opposite hand to feel your breast.

💗 Use three middle fingers to apply gentle, medium, and firm pressure in circular motions.

💗 Cover the entire breast and armpit area for any lumps or thickening.

3. *LYING DOWN
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❤️ Lie down with a pillow under your right shoulder and place your right arm behind your head.

❤️ Use your left hand to check the right breast using circular motions.

❤️ Repeat on the left breast using your right hand.

❤️ Squeeze each ni**le gently to check for discharge.

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR.

Lumps or thickening that feels different from the rest of your breast tissue.

Changes in breast size, shape, or texture.

Dimpling, puckering, or redness.

Unusual ni**le discharge (especially bloody or clear).

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE .

Most lumps are not cancerous, but any unusual findings should be checked by a healthcare provider.

Women over 40 should combine self-exams with regular mammograms and clinical breast exams.

I hope this adds value to you.....this is one health check up you have to do consistently every month. Thank you for reading till this point, please like,share and follow.
I'm Josephine Omada Idoko ,also known as ,I educate, support and empower health and wellness in women of all ages. I help you stay informed and educated to be in control of health choices you make for yourself, your family and your community.

24/02/2025

Did you know that,as a woman you should examine your breast at least once a month?

12/02/2025

Celebrating our 1st year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. We could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

12/02/2025

Arise and Shine!😄
It's Wellness Wednesday 😄

If you don't take care of yourself, you're not going to be any much good to anyone.

Schedule time for yourself, your relationships, time for your personal growth,etc And this involves making sure you're staying healthy, physically, mentally and emotionally. That means setting out time to exercise, to relax, to read, and to connect with people that matters most to you.

Take good care of You.
Stay healthy, Wealthy and Happy.
I Care! ❤️

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