Packing a hospital bag
packing a hospital bag Prepare these items around the 35th week of pregnancy or earlier to avoid panic in early birth situations: Important documents Your spouse’s and your NRIC or other government recognised identification documents Outpatient investigations Admission and financial counselling forms Birth plan (if you have one) Toiletries (optional) Toothbrush, toothpaste Hairbrush Heavy flow […]
When should you go to the hospital
When should you go to the hospital? Look out for these signs that you are going into labour when deciding when to leave for the hospital: Normal signs of labour that require you to go to the labour ward: Progressively more frequent and longer contractions: regular contractions occurring 4-5 min apart, lasting up to 60 […]
Nutrition
Nutrition What you eat does not just affect your energy levels — it shapes your hormonal balance, your fertility, your pregnancy, and your long-term health. At Eden Women’s Health, nutrition is not an afterthought bolted onto a consultation; it is built into how Eden Women’s Health approaches your care at every stage of life. BOOK […]
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination HPV is extremely common — most sexually active people will encounter it at some point — and while most infections clear on their own, persistent infection with certain strains is the leading cause of cervical cancer. The HPV vaccine is one of the most effective cancer-prevention tools available to women today. […]
Influenza Vaccination
Influenza Vaccination Influenza is more than a bad cold — for pregnant women in particular, it carries a meaningfully higher risk of complications. An annual flu vaccine is one of the simplest, most effective ways to protect both yourself and, during pregnancy, your baby. BOOK A FLU VACCINATION Understanding Influenza & the Vaccine Influenza (“the […]
MAMMOGRAM
Mammogram Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Singapore — but it is also one where early detection makes a very real difference to outcomes. A mammogram remains the most effective screening tool available for catching changes before you had ever feel them. BOOK A MAMMOGRAM CONSULTATION Understanding Mammograms A mammogram is […]
DTAP (TDAP) VACCINATION
DTaP (Tdap) Vaccination Whooping cough (pertussis) is highly infectious and can be dangerous for very young babies, who aren’t old enough to be vaccinated themselves. The DTaP/Tdap vaccine, given during pregnancy, is one of the most effective ways to protect your newborn before they can be vaccinated directly. BOOK A DTAP/TDAP VACCINATION Understanding DTaP/Tdap DTaP […]
Vaccinations
Vaccinations Vaccination works by training your immune system to recognise and fight specific infections before you are ever exposed to them — one of the most effective tools in preventive healthcare. For women, several vaccines are particularly relevant at different life stages, from adolescence through pregnancy and beyond. BOOK A VACCINATION CONSULTATION Recommended Vaccinations for […]
Preconception Counselling
Preconception Counselling Preconception counselling is a video consultation to review your health history and prepare for a healthy pregnancy, before you conceive. BOOK A TELEMEDICINE CONSULTATION What Is Preconception Counselling If you are planning a pregnancy, preconception counselling with Dr Lim is a chance to look at your overall health, discuss any medical conditions or […]
Postpartum Consults
Postpartum Consults A postpartum telemedicine consult gives new mothers a private space to discuss recovery, breastfeeding, and emotional wellbeing after childbirth, from the comfort of home. BOOK A TELEMEDICINE CONSULTATION What Is a Postpartum Telemedicine Consult? The weeks after childbirth bring a lot of change, and questions do not always arrive neatly around your scheduled […]