Dr. Rebecca B. Singson, MD, FPOGS No pre natal preparation – many women get poor advise, or even no advise from their obstetrician during their prenatal check up. On the 1st meeting, ideally, the mother should already start psychological preparation for breastfeeding by reading books on breastfeeding, accessing websites on pregnancy & breastfeeding. It is

REBECCA B. SINGSON, M.D, FPOGS In a third world country such as the Philippines where more than 50% of the population live below poverty line (defined in terms of a least-cost consumption basket of food that provides 2,016 calories and 50 grams of protein per day and of nonfood items consumed by families in the

Dr. Rebecca B. Singson, M.D, FPOGS, FPSCPC Many Dads get excited about the thought of having a baby yet are unaware of what it takes to support their wives during the pregnancy and postpartum process. Here are a few tips on how to maximize your role in the childbirth process: Suggest taking childbirth classes with

Waterbirthing is a non-traditional concept of giving birth which consists of the baby being delivered under water, careful monitoring and management of the process of labor, and restrictive use of invasive methods. The mother’s wishes are prioritized, the natural process of birth is respected, medical intervention and techniques are minimized as long as the safety of the mother and child are not compromised.