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The WWC offers Competitive Consultant led HPV vaccine
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Sheela Purkayastha, one of our Consultant Gynaecologist, explains HPV and its relationship to smears and cervical cancer. HPV vaccination is an important way to protect you from the main cause of cervical cancer. Read more on the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)>> The
WWC provides a high quality vaccination service under the supervision
of one of our Consultants for a very competitive price of £460 for
the complete course of vaccinations. Please contact the Centre for further information or to book an
appointment with Consultant Sheela Purkayastha or Dr Nneka Nwokolo. |
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Pharmacy & Vitamins
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We have a large stock of medicines & vitamins specially
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Dear Centre User,
In this Autumn issue we are delighted to be abe to supply the popular Epi No product and feature Choosing a Maternity Nanny, and we invite you to contribute to Cancer Research UK.
We hope that you will find it informative and look forward to any comments or suggestions that you may have.
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The Women's Wellness Centre is delighted to be able to supply for direct purchase (previously only available online in the UK) the popular Epi-No birthing trainer.
 It is becoming increasingly commonplace nowadays for midwives and antenatal teachers to recommend the practice of perineal massage to pregnant mothers, the Epi-No is specifically designed to complement this perineal massage.
By gently inserting the small silicon inflatable device into the vagina and gradually increasing the level of inflation, the Epi-no facilitates this massage and provides a controlled, uniformed and gradual progressive perineal stretch. This will help reduce the risk of perineal trauma such as grazing and tearing or the need for an episiotomy. The Epi-No should be used daily from around 37 weeks to get the best results and as an added bonus can be used after the birth to regenerate the strength and tone of the pelvic floor muscles. 
For further information regarding this brilliant and innovative birthing trainer, click here.
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Lifestyle 'a factor in breast cancer risk'
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 Research conducted by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) has indicated that lifestyle does significantly impact on the risk of breast cancer in women.
Eating healthily, drinking less alcohol, being active and breastfeeding children reduces the risks faced, scientists claim. Read More>>
If you have any queries on family history, individualised risk or need a breast consultation - Our breast specialist Katy Hogben practices at WWC. Click here to read more on our Consultant.
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Choosing a Maternity Nanny
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At a very exciting and emotional time, parents need helpful, reliable
information and practical advice when thinking about employing a
maternity nurse. For both first time mothers and experienced
parents, a good maternity nurse offers reassurance needed for
the well being and care of your most precious commodity-your child.
Read More on The Role of a Maternity Nurse >>
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10km Charity Run for Cancer Research UK - WWC girls run again!
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Following their success in the 5km race for life charity run in May, the team at the Women's Wellness Centre have challenged themselves again, thi s time all completing a 10km run for Cancer Research UK, at Hampton Court Palace. Cancer Research UK is leading the world in finding new ways to prevent, detect and treat cancer. Last year, they spent £333 million on research, funding over 4,500 world-class scientists, doctors and nurses. They have discovered new ways of beating cancer that together have saved hundreds of thousands of lives across the world. Their groundbreaking work, funded entirely by the public, will ensure that millions more people survive.
The Women's Wellness Centre donates monthly
to Cancer Research We urge you to
sponsor our girls by clicking on the following link; http://www.run10ksponsorme.org/clairemangaroo |
Tips on Nutrition During Pregnancy
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A good diet during your pregnancy can help you stay fit, and maintain your energy levels as you prepare for birth.
Here are some simple tips to ensure you have optimum nutrition for you and your growing baby:
- Have a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, especially citrus fruits and dark green vegetables, which contain folic acid
- Fruit and vegetables and wholegrain products will also help keep your bowels healthy and prevent constipation
- Base your meals on carbohydrates to provide you with energy and important B vitamins
- Every day make sure you include some milk and other dairy products to meet your daily calcium needs
- Include sources of protein daily in your diet, which has high levels of essential fatty acids or eggs and pulses which are a good source of iron
- A healthy weight gain, of about 12.5kg during pregnancy, is associated with a lower risk of complications.
- Watch what you snack on, to help prevent putting on too much weight
Read more for Tips on nutrition from Laura Clark>>
Laura Clark is a registered Dietician, with an Honours Degree in
Nutrition and Dietetics. Contact us to make an appointment with Laura Clark our nutritionist. |
Can complementary therapies be of benefit in pregnancy?
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The number of clients now choosing to include complementary therapies as part of their antenatal care and preparation for birth appears to be on the increase and as more health professionals become involved and aware of their potential and effects, their integration and place alongside mainstream medicine looks set to continue.
Complementary therapies which are favoured in pregnancy include acupuncture, aromatherapy, massage, reflexology, osteopathy and yoga but what are these therapies; what benefits can be expected and what assurances can you have that a therapy is safe or advisable and provided by a reputable practitioner?
 Read more on these therapies>> |
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