The Global Nurse

The Global Nurse ๐ŸŒน Maternal and Child health specialist
๐ŸŒน Consultant project researcher for Medical students
๐ŸŒน Nursing Lifestyle

๐™„๐™จ ๐™”๐™ค๐™ช๐™ง ๐™๐™๐™ฎ๐™ง๐™ค๐™ž๐™™ ๐™Ž๐™š๐™˜๐™ง๐™š๐™ฉ๐™ก๐™ฎ ๐˜ฝ๐™ก๐™ค๐™˜๐™ ๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ ๐™”๐™ค๐™ช๐™ง ๐˜ฝ๐™–๐™—๐™ฎ ๐˜ฟ๐™ง๐™š๐™–๐™ข๐™จ? ๐ŸคฏโฃโฃLadies, letโ€™s talk about that little butterfly-shaped gland in yo...
25/03/2025

๐™„๐™จ ๐™”๐™ค๐™ช๐™ง ๐™๐™๐™ฎ๐™ง๐™ค๐™ž๐™™ ๐™Ž๐™š๐™˜๐™ง๐™š๐™ฉ๐™ก๐™ฎ ๐˜ฝ๐™ก๐™ค๐™˜๐™ ๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ ๐™”๐™ค๐™ช๐™ง ๐˜ฝ๐™–๐™—๐™ฎ ๐˜ฟ๐™ง๐™š๐™–๐™ข๐™จ? ๐Ÿคฏโฃ
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Ladies, letโ€™s talk about that little butterfly-shaped gland in your neck... The Thyroid. โฃ
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It might be small oo, but it holds some serious power over your fertility! โฃ
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Hereโ€™s the thing, If your thyroid is too slow (hypothyroidism), your body acts like itโ€™s in hibernation mode...ovulation gets lazy, periods get irregular, and getting pregnant feels like cracking a tough nut. โฃ
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On the flip side, if your thyroid is running too fast (hyperthyroidism), your body goes into overdrive, your cycle becomes unpredictable, and your hormones start playing musical chairs. This is not exactly your baby-making dream, right? โฃ
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But the Good news is? thyroid-related infertility is fixable! โฃ
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A simple blood test can check your thyroid levels, and with the right treatment, your body can get back on track.โฃ
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So if youโ€™ve been trying and nothingโ€™s happening, maybe itโ€™s time to check that tiny gland thatโ€™s calling the shots.โฃ
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Your baby dreams are valid, and knowledge is power! โœจโฃ
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T@g a friend who needs to see this or drop a ๐Ÿ’™ if this helped! โฃ
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I'm Goodness Offor
Women's health coach
I Empower Women to stay healthy and productive from their homes.
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๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐——๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€: ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—™๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜†โฃโฃโฃLetโ€™s talk about something many people ignore until itโ€™s ...
24/03/2025

๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐——๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€: ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—™๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜†โฃ
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Letโ€™s talk about something many people ignore until itโ€™s too late....infections that can cause infertility.โฃ
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You see, a lot of people worry about pregnancy when they donโ€™t want it but donโ€™t realize some untreated infections can make it difficult to conceive when they finally do want it. โฃ
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Scary, right? Letโ€™s break this down.โฃ
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1๏ธโƒฃ Chlamydia โ€“ The Silent Thiefโฃ
This one is dangerous because it rarely shows symptoms. You could have chlamydia for months (or years) without knowing, and all the while, itโ€™s damaging your reproductive system. โฃ
When left untreated, it causes scarring in the fallopian tubes, blocking the pathway for s***m and egg to meet. No meeting = No pregnancy.โฃ
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2๏ธโƒฃ Gonorrhea โ€“ The Hidden Enemyโฃ
Gonorrhea is another sneaky one. It spreads fast and can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)..a condition that damages your fallopian tubes and increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy (where the baby develops outside the womb). โฃ
Do you know the worst part? Many people donโ€™t even realize they have it until serious damage is done.โฃ
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3๏ธโƒฃ Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) โ€“ The Fertility Killerโฃ
PID is what happens when infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea go untreated. It causes severe inflammation and scarring in your reproductive organs, making it nearly impossible to get pregnant naturally. Even if pregnancy happens, the risk of miscarriage and complications is high.โฃ
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So, What Can You Do?โฃ
โ–ช๏ธGet tested regularly. Even if you have no symptoms, routine screening is a must.โฃ
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โ–ช๏ธ Abstain if you are not married.โฃ
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โ–ช๏ธSeek treatment ASAP if you suspect it. If caught early, these infections can be treated before they cause irreversible damage.โฃ
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Listen to your body. Pain during s*x, abnormal discharge, irregular periods?....these are signs, donโ€™t ignore the signs!โฃ
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Many women struggle with infertility and have no idea that an untreated STD from years ago is to blame. โฃ
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Donโ€™t let silence cost you your future. Protect yourself today so that when youโ€™re ready, your body will be ready too.โฃ
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If you found this helpful, sh@ it with someone who needs to see this! โฃ
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You might just save a life (or a future baby). ๐Ÿ’•โฃ
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I'm Goodness Offor
Women's Health Coach
I Empower Women to stay healthy and productive from their homes.

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๐™๐™ค๐™ฅ 10 ๐™๐™๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ๐™จ ๐™€๐™ซ๐™š๐™ง๐™ฎ ๐™’๐™ค๐™ข๐™–๐™ฃ ๐™Ž๐™๐™ค๐™ช๐™ก๐™™ ๐™†๐™ฃ๐™ค๐™ฌ ๐˜ผ๐™—๐™ค๐™ช๐™ฉ ๐™ƒ๐™š๐™ง ๐™๐™š๐™ฅ๐™ง๐™ค๐™™๐™ช๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ซ๐™š ๐™ƒ๐™š๐™–๐™ก๐™ฉ๐™โฃโฃโฃ1๏ธโƒฃ Your Menstrual Cycle is a Health IndicatorโฃYou...
22/03/2025

๐™๐™ค๐™ฅ 10 ๐™๐™๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ๐™จ ๐™€๐™ซ๐™š๐™ง๐™ฎ ๐™’๐™ค๐™ข๐™–๐™ฃ ๐™Ž๐™๐™ค๐™ช๐™ก๐™™ ๐™†๐™ฃ๐™ค๐™ฌ ๐˜ผ๐™—๐™ค๐™ช๐™ฉ ๐™ƒ๐™š๐™ง ๐™๐™š๐™ฅ๐™ง๐™ค๐™™๐™ช๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ซ๐™š ๐™ƒ๐™š๐™–๐™ก๐™ฉ๐™โฃ
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1๏ธโƒฃ Your Menstrual Cycle is a Health Indicatorโฃ
Your period isnโ€™t just about fertility, it reflects your overall health. Irregular cycles, heavy bleeding, or severe pain could signal underlying conditions like PCOS or fibroids.โฃ
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2๏ธโƒฃ Ovulation Doesn't Always Happen on Day 14โฃ
Many believe ovulation happens exactly on day 14, but every womanโ€™s cycle is different. Tracking your cervical mucus, body temperature, or using ovulation test strips can give a more accurate picture.โฃ
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3๏ธโƒฃ Birth Control Has More Uses Than Preventing Pregnancyโฃ
Contraceptives like the pill can help regulate periods, reduce cramps, manage acne, and even lower the risk of certain cancers.โฃ
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4๏ธโƒฃ Fertility Declines with Ageโฃ
Women are born with a set number of eggs, and by the time they reach their mid-30s, fertility starts to drop significantly. However, options like egg freezing can help extend fertility.โฃ
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5๏ธโƒฃ Vaginal Discharge is Normal (But Know Whatโ€™s Not!)โฃ
Healthy discharge is clear or white and varies throughout the cycle. If itโ€™s green, yellow, foul-smelling, or causes itching, it could signal an infection.โฃ
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6๏ธโƒฃ UTIs and Yeast Infections Are Common but Treatableโฃ
Frequent urination, burning sensations, or unusual discharge might mean a UTI or yeast infection. Staying hydrated and practicing good hygiene can help prevent them.โฃ
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7๏ธโƒฃ STIs Donโ€™t Always Show Symptomsโฃ
Many s*xually transmitted infections (STIs) like chlamydia or HPV can be silent. Regular screenings are crucial, even if you feel fine.โฃ
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8๏ธโƒฃ Endometriosis and PCOS Are Often Misdiagnosedโฃ
Painful periods, weight gain, and difficulty conceiving could be signs of conditions like PCOS or endometriosis. โฃ
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If you visit a hospital and your symptoms are dismissed, to be just period pain, without any proper test, seek a second opinion!โฃ
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9๏ธโƒฃ Pelvic Floor Health Mattersโฃ
Kegel exercises arenโ€™t just for post-pregnancy! Strengthening pelvic muscles can prevent incontinence and improve s*xual health.โฃ
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๐Ÿ”Ÿ Your Reproductive Health Affects Your Mental Healthโฃ
Hormonal imbalances, pregnancy, menopause, and menstrual disorders can impact mood and mental well-being. Prioritize both physical and emotional care.โฃ
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Which of these surprised you the most? โฃ
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Let me know in the comments.โฃ
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I am Goodness Offor
Women's Health Coach
I Empower women to stay healthy and productive from their homes

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๐—œ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ž๐—ถ๐—น๐—น ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—•๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐˜† โ€ผ๏ธChika was three months pregnant, glowing and excited for her first baby. But one morning,...
21/01/2025

๐—œ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ž๐—ถ๐—น๐—น ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—•๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐˜† โ€ผ๏ธ

Chika was three months pregnant, glowing and excited for her first baby. But one morning, she noticed something unusual, a weird-smelling discharge.

She brushed it off as normal pregnancy stuff. After all, no one ever tells you about these things in detail.

Weeks later, Chika began feeling cramps, it was light at first, then it became unbearable.

By the time she got to the hospital, the doctor gave her the news no mother-to-be wants to hear.

๐Ÿ…ท๐Ÿ…ด๐Ÿ† ๐Ÿ…ฑ๐Ÿ…ฐ๐Ÿ…ฑ๐Ÿ†ˆ ๐Ÿ††๐Ÿ…ฐ๐Ÿ†‚ ๐Ÿ…ถ๐Ÿ…พ๐Ÿ…ฝ๐Ÿ…ด!!!

The culprit? An untreated infection.

Now, hereโ€™s the scary part, this isnโ€™t just Chikaโ€™s story.

Infections during pregnancy can be like silent thieves, sneaking in and causing preterm labor, low birth weight, or even miscarriage.

These infections, like yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, or STIs, often start with something smallโ€”a change in your va**nal discharge.

But hereโ€™s the good news: this can be prevented!

โœ… Hygiene is your superpower: Wash properly, but not excessively, your va**na cleans itself better than your fancy skincare routine! (Please don't douch)

โœ… Eat for two, fight for two, A balanced diet keeps your immune system sharp, protecting you and your baby.

โœ… See your doctor at the slightest change, Donโ€™t wait until itโ€™s โ€œserious.โ€ That discharge isnโ€™t there to entertain you...kindly listen to it!

โœ… Avoid self-medication: Your neighbor's โ€œmiracle drugsโ€ are not pregnancy-approved.

And guess what? Iโ€™ll be teaching you how to decode your va**nal discharge like a pro in my upcoming webinar, โ€œUnderstanding Your Vaginal Discharge.โ€

Youโ€™ll learn how to tell whatโ€™s normal, whatโ€™s not, and when to run (not walk) to your doctor.(Access is FREE)

No more guessing games or unnecessary panic.

Because, trust me, your baby deserves a healthy, infection-free womb, and you deserve peace of mind.

Come prepared, bring your questions, and letโ€™s have some laughs while we get serious about your health.

Because your body, your baby, and your peace matter more than anything else.

Join here ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://forms.gle/xa1KSUT6cykvCaKu9

The Global Nurse

๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐˜† ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฆ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ : ๐——๐—ผ'๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐——๐—ผ๐—ป'๐˜๐˜€Imagine your baby is like a sponge, soaking up everything you put on your skin. ...
21/01/2025

๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐˜† ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฆ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ : ๐——๐—ผ'๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐——๐—ผ๐—ป'๐˜๐˜€

Imagine your baby is like a sponge, soaking up everything you put on your skin.

That soap or cream might promise you glowing skin, but some ingredients can sneak past your skin barrier and affect your baby.

Scary, right? Letโ€™s talk about what to avoid.

Skincare Ingredients to Ditch During Pregnancy:

โ€ผ๏ธ Retinol/Tretinoin โ€“ This anti-aging miracle can cause birth defects. Itโ€™s a big no-no.

โ€ผ๏ธ Hydroquinone โ€“ Found in skin-lightening creams. It absorbs easily and isnโ€™t safe for pregnancy.

โ€ผ๏ธ Salicylic Acid (High Doses) โ€“ While it fights acne, itโ€™s too harsh for pregnancy. Look for gentler options.

โ€ผ๏ธ Parabens โ€“ Common in soaps and creams, they can mess with hormones.

โ€ผ๏ธ Essential Oils (Certain Types) โ€“ Some, like rosemary or clary sage, can trigger uterine contractions.

๐Ÿ††๐Ÿ…ท๐Ÿ†ˆ? ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐ƒ๐จ๐ž๐ฌ ๐“๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐„๐ฏ๐ž๐ง ๐Œ๐š๐ญ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ?

These ingredients donโ€™t just sit on your skin, they can enter your bloodstream and potentially harm your babyโ€™s growth and development.

Nurse if all these are unsafe, what is Safe then?

โœ… Mild, fragrance-free soaps.

โœ… Use moisturizers with safe ingredients like shea butter, aloe vera, or niacinamide.

โœ… Keep it simple. Pregnancy isnโ€™t the time for experiments!

Mama, you know your skin can wait, but your baby canโ€™t right?

Then you have to always check the label and stick to pregnancy-safe options because: youโ€™re glowing for two now!

ยฉ๏ธ Goodness Offor
The Global Nurse

Pregnant women Shouldn't Apply Creamโ€ผ๏ธPause โธ๏ธ Let me tell you a little story. Imagine planting a tiny seed in your gard...
21/01/2025

Pregnant women Shouldn't Apply Creamโ€ผ๏ธ

Pause โธ๏ธ

Let me tell you a little story.

Imagine planting a tiny seed in your garden. You water it, nurture it, and dream of it growing into a beautiful flower.

Now, imagine dumping a bunch of chemicals on that seedโ€”what happens? Instead of growing properly, it might never sprout, or worse, it could grow all wrong.

Thatโ€™s exactly what happens when tretinoin or retinol meets pregnancy.

What Are Tretinoin and Retinol?
Theyโ€™re powerful skincare ingredients that work wonders for acne and anti-aging. But when youโ€™re pregnant, theyโ€™re not your friends.

These are Vitamin A derivatives, and while great for the skin, they can wreak havoc on your babyโ€™s development.

The Side Effects of Tretinoin and Retinol During Pregnancy:

โ€ผ๏ธ Birth Defects โ€“ These ingredients can interfere with your babyโ€™s growth, leading to deformities in the heart, brain, and other organs.

โ€ผ๏ธ Toxicity Risks โ€“ Too much Vitamin A (especially in strong forms like tretinoin) can overload your system and harm your pregnancy.

โ€ผ๏ธ Skin Sensitivity โ€“ Your skin is extra sensitive during pregnancy. Using tretinoin or retinol might leave you with redness, peeling, and irritation.

So, Whatโ€™s the Solution?
If youโ€™re expecting a baby, ditch the tretinoin and retinol faster than youโ€™d ditch a bad boyfriend.

Stick to gentler options like niacinamide or hyaluronic acid to keep your skin glowing while your baby grows safely.

This is to say check the components of any body cream and soap before you buy.

Not all Cosmetics are good for PREGNANCY
ยฉ๏ธ Goodness Offor
The Global Nurse

Water is dangerous for your Vag*naโ€ผ๏ธPause โธ๏ธ Just read๐Ÿ‘‡Letโ€™s imagine your body is like a self-cleaning oven. Itโ€™s design...
21/01/2025

Water is dangerous for your Vag*naโ€ผ๏ธ

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Just read๐Ÿ‘‡

Letโ€™s imagine your body is like a self-cleaning oven.

Itโ€™s designed to handle the job, but you decide to grab a cleaning spray and go at it anyway.

The result? A bigger mess than you started with.

Thatโ€™s exactly what happens when you do**he.

What is Douching?
Douching is rinsing the va**na with water or chemical solutions to โ€œcleanโ€ it. But hereโ€™s the catch: your body doesnโ€™t need it.

The Disadvantages and Side Effects

โ€ผ๏ธ Douching throws off your va**naโ€™s natural pH, increasing the risk of infections like yeast infections or bacterial vaginosis.

โ€ผ๏ธ Regular douching has been linked to serious issues like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and even infertility.

โ€ผ๏ธ It causes false freshness, douching makes you feel fresh, but it isnโ€™t necessary for hygiene. Your body is already designed to clean itself effectively.

Stop believing the myth that douching keeps you fresh. It does more harm than good. Stick to proper hygiene practices, and let your body do its natural work!

ยฉ๏ธ Goodness Offor

Dear Amazing Queen,It's About 15days to our free webinar on "UNDERSTANDING YOUR DISCHARGE"The Amazing Ladies already sit...
19/01/2025

Dear Amazing Queen,

It's About 15days to our free webinar on "UNDERSTANDING YOUR DISCHARGE"

The Amazing Ladies already sitting pretty in the group has been learning quite a lot even before the webinar.

If you couldn't join earlier, join here๐Ÿ‘‰https://forms.gle/BgZmbER6xu4swv2x5

You'll be learning:

โœ… The different va**na discharge and its meaning.

โœ… How to prevent infections

โœ… How to know your fertile day and lots more.

ยฉ๏ธ The Global Nurse
Goodness Offor

How I Survived Sleepless Nights as a New MomIf youโ€™re a mom battling sleepless nights, I see you! Iโ€™ve been there, those...
19/01/2025

How I Survived Sleepless Nights as a New Mom

If youโ€™re a mom battling sleepless nights, I see you!

Iโ€™ve been there, those nights where the baby is wide awake at 2 a.m., and youโ€™re questioning your life choices๐Ÿ˜ฉ๐Ÿ˜ฉ

Hereโ€™s what saved my sanity: teaching my baby the difference between day and night.

I started by making our days bright and noisy: sunlight, playtime, and all the fun.

But nights? Total vibe shift: dim lights, soft whispers, and no โ€œparty timeโ€ during night feeds.

Routine was my secret weapon. A warm bath, a little massage, and lullabies became our nightly ritual, like clocking out of a long shift!

One of the things that also helped was putting my baby to bed when they were sleepy, not fully asleep, so they could learn to self-soothe and sleep on their own.

I also fed him very well into the night to avoid waking up due to hunger.

Sure, there were hiccups, teething, growth spurts, and the occasional rebellion ( this pattern didn't work on these days)

On those days of teething and sickness, I learned to roll with it (and sleep with him when he did).

The best part? It worked.

My baby adjusted to staying awake during the day and sleeping peacefully at night.

My babyโ€™s sleep improved, and so did mine.

So, to every sleep-deprived mom out there, youโ€™ve got this!

And if it feels overwhelming, ask for help.

PS: Iโ€™m not actually a mom, just a storyteller borrowing mom-life vibes๐Ÿ˜€

Better sleep is just around the corner! Only If you adhere. Trust me it works!

ยฉ๏ธ The Global Nurse

18/01/2025

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Mummies in the house, Do you know that you can regulate your baby's sleep time and save yourself the stress of sleepless...
18/01/2025

Mummies in the house, Do you know that you can regulate your baby's sleep time and save yourself the stress of sleepless nights?

I'll be talking about this in my next post!

Stay tuned!

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