What Are Menstrual Migraines and How Can They Be Managed?
For those of us that suffer from regular headaches and migraines, there’s nothing worse than waking up in the morning with a throbbing head, blurry vision and exhaustion. As a migraine sufferer myself, I have realised over the years from talking to fellow ‘migraineurs’ just how common migraines really are in women. Global statistics estimate […]
Unusual Irish Baby Names That Are Making a Comeback
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! You’ve got your scans booked, birth plan arranged and baby clothes ready to go. Now comes the tricky final decision: what are you going to name your baby? Some people will have had a list of names ready since childhood for both boys and girls. Some will opt for traditional names after […]
Hernias FAQ
What is a hernia? Your abdominal area (from your lower rib cage to your hip bones) is a super important collection of strongly-knit muscles that assist you in day-to-day activities, such as lifting, sitting yourself upright (or even having a bowel movement)! These layers of muscle and strong tissue also form a barrier of protection […]
International Men’s Health Week 2023
What is International Men’s Health Week? International Men’s Health Week (MHW) runs from the 12th of June until Father’s Day on the 18th of June and is funded in Ireland by the Health Service Executive Health and Wellbeing and the Public Health Agency. MHW is celebrated in several European countries, the USA, Australia, New Zealand, […]
Caffeine During Pregnancy
How Food and Drink Are Processed During Pregnancy During pregnancy, it’s important to ensure that you are maintaining the correct level of nutrients to support your growing baby. It is also a time to be more conscious of what stimulants you are consuming on a daily basis. If you love your morning cup of tea […]
It’s Twins! An Overview of Twin Pregnancy and Common Terminology
One of the first things we check when you come in for your pregnancy scan is how many babies there are. Don’t worry too much, most of the time there’s just one. Occasionally, there might be a second (or third!) But we’ll go through everything you need to know about your chances of having twins […]
We’re Finalists in The County Wexford Business Awards!
We are delighted to announce that our Gorey clinic has gotten through to the finals in The Wexford Business Awards under two categories: Operational Excellence and Excellence in Online Business & Digital Marketing! We are in the finals following two successful interviews with a panel of judges at the shortlist rounds back in March. Our […]
Quirky Genetic Traits Your Baby Could Inherit
One of the most common phrases you’ll hear when your baby arrives is the inevitable: “Oh my gosh! They’re the image of —” followed by a debate as to which side of the family or which parent they most resemble. Or how many times have you been told by an older relative or parent that: […]
What is a Nuchal Translucency Scan?
If you are currently in your first trimester of pregnancy, you’ve likely already started planning your medical appointments and are looking into all the different types of scans and testing available to you. One type of testing you may have spotted on our website is First Trimester Screening; a blood test accompanied by something called […]
What Causes Pregnancy Food Cravings?
Food cravings are a common part of going through pregnancy. We’ve all seen the trope played-out in movies of a pregnant character craving ice-cream at 3am or heard of a friend or relative that suddenly craved pieces of coal in their second trimester. But not every woman will experience these cravings, and they may not […]