Dr Tan Eng Loy - E K and E L Women's Clinic

24/08/2025

Always a pleasure and honour to meet Sir Prof Arulkumaran at our Congress

24/08/2025

Preparing for my upcoming talk… doing my part at the Singapore International Conference of Obstetrics & Gynaecology 2025

23/08/2025

What 14 Days of Glucose Monitoring Taught Me (That I’ll Never Forget)

Glucose spikes don’t just come from sugar. Meal composition, timing, stress, and even exercise all shaped my results.

A brisk walk after meals often helped. High-intensity workouts during stressful days sometimes caused rises instead.

Even with a continuous glucose monitor, it was mentally tiring to watch every spike. That gave me a deeper appreciation of the daily burden my patients face — especially those managing gestational diabetes.

Finger-prick testing is more accurate, but it is painful and often discouraging. Some patients lose motivation. CGM isn’t perfect, yet it empowers. It makes sugar management less painful, more insightful, and often more sustainable.

❤️ Thank you for following my journey.
👉 Full article now available at https://www.drtanengloy.com/post/sugar-stress-durians-and-sashimi-what-14-days-of-glucose-tracking-taught-me
📞 Book a consult if you’d like to explore GDM care or glucose tracking with us.

15/08/2025

Durians, Sugar, Stress, and Sashimi: What Spiked My Glucose (And What Didn’t)

Some results were expected. Carbs like toast, soy milk, and durian caused clear rises.

But the surprises were just as valuable.

A Nutri-Grade B berry smoothie — no spike at all.

A sashimi don with a small amount of rice and three fried oysters — double peak.

The explanation? The rice gave me a quick early spike, but the fat and protein in the oysters delayed digestion and triggered a second rise later.

And it wasn’t just food. Stressful clinic days caused higher glucose rises even with a similar diet.

Food, timing, and lifestyle all played a role — and the CGM caught every pattern.

👉 Swipe through to see the highlights.
📍 Next: My biggest lessons from 14 days of tracking.

15/08/2025

⚠️ Important Health Notice for Moms-to-Be ⚠️

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has just recalled two imported French cheeses — Vieux Porche Camembert De Caractère and Royal Faucon Camembert De Caractère — over potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Listeria is especially dangerous during pregnancy, potentially causing miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or severe illness in newborns. To stay safe, avoid unpasteurized or soft-ripened cheeses — including those with white rinds like brie or camembert — unless they’re clearly labelled “pasteurized.” If in doubt, throw it out!

Stay safe and take care, mamas!

This follows an earlier recall of another imported French cheese on Aug 13. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

11/08/2025

Does a Glucose Sensor Hurt? Here’s My Honest Experience

When I first held the applicator in my hand, I froze for a second. That “needle” looked serious.

To my surprise, applying the glucose sensor didn’t hurt at all. It went on in seconds, and once it was there, I forgot about it.

I wore it through swims, cardio kickboxing classes, and gym sessions — no irritation, no slipping, no problems.

Removing it was straightforward, although the adhesive was stronger than I expected. No bleeding, no mess, no pain.

If you’ve ever wondered whether wearing a glucose monitor is uncomfortable, my answer is simple: not at all.

👉 Swipe through the photos to see my experience.

📍 Up next: What happened when sashimi, durians, smoothies… and stress entered the picture.

09/08/2025

Our clinic is closed today on 9 August 2025 to celebrate National Day. Normal hours will resume on 11 August 2025 (Monday).

08/08/2025

Why I Wore a Glucose Sensor for 14 Days (Even Though I’m Not Diabetic)

I care for women with gestational diabetes (GDM) all the time. I guide them through diet changes, sugar monitoring, and the emotional rollercoaster of managing GDM during pregnancy.

But I’d never worn a glucose monitor myself — and I wanted to know what it really felt like.

On a personal level, I’ve also struggled with weight. Like many, I gained a lot during the COVID years. Since then, I’ve lost 20kg through a more mindful lifestyle. Even now, I wonder how my “healthy” habits impact my blood sugar.

So I wore a glucose sensor for 14 days.
I tracked every meal, workout, and moment of stress.

And what I found… surprised me.

👉 Swipe through the photo album to read Part 1
🩺 Stay tuned for my next post: Does it hurt to wear a glucose monitor?
💬 Share if you’ve ever considered trying CGM for yourself!

02/08/2025

27/07/2025

💡 Ever wondered what happens to your blood sugar after your favourite meals?

I am wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) for 2 weeks – not because I have diabetes, but to see how food, activity and rest affect my own body.

From low-carb meals to sweet treats (yes, even durians 🍈), my readings have been full of surprises!

👉 Check out my “My CGM Journey” Highlight to see the daily updates, real glucose graphs, and tips for mums-to-be with GDM on how small changes can make a big difference.

Because prevention starts with awareness. 💪

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04/07/2025

“A former midwife said…”
“Studies show…”
“It worked for my cousin’s friend…”

Pregnancy advice online can sound really convincing — especially when it comes from someone with experience or research to back it up.

But here’s the truth:
Not all advice is wrong.
Not all advice is right for you.

That’s where the B.R.A.I.N. tool comes in — a simple way to help you evaluate what you see online before making any decisions. 🧠💬

Swipe through or tap the link in bio to learn how to use B.R.A.I.N. to protect your peace of mind and your pregnancy.

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03/07/2025

🧠 “Pineapple causes miscarriage.”
🚫 “Ultrasounds are harmful.”
📢 “A midwife on TikTok said…”

Mummies, you’ve probably seen pregnancy advice like this online — and some of it sounds very convincing. But how do you know what’s actually safe or true for you?

Before making changes based on what you read or watch, try using the B.R.A.I.N. tool — a simple way to make informed, calm, and confident decisions during pregnancy.
👇 We break it down for you here:
🔗 https://www.drtanengloy.com/post/it-sounds-credible-but-is-it-right-for-you

🩺 Because not all “expert” advice online is wrong — but not all of it is right for you.

Using the BRAIN Framework to Evaluate Pregnancy Advice OnlineThe Problem with “Expert” Advice on the InternetSocial media and parenting forums are full of pregnancy advice — some useful, some misleading, and some that sounds very convincing. A former midwife quoting a study? A doula claiming r...