Dr. Malu Frade
Gynecologist and Obstetrician
CRM-SP 178668 / RQE 90102
Graduated in Medicine from the State University of Pará. Completed a Medical Residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Federal University of São Paulo and a Medical Residency in Human Reproduction also at the Federal University of São Paulo. Additionally, holds the Title of Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics - TEGO n°0195/2019 and certification in Assisted Reproduction recognized by the Brazilian Medical Association (AMB) and the Brazilian Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Associations (FEBRASGO).
Professional background
- 2020 - Title of Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics - TEGO n°0195/2019
- 2020 - Title in the area of Assisted Reproduction
- 2020 - Medical Residency in Human Reproduction at the Federal University of São Paulo
- 2019 - Medical Residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Federal University of São Paulo
- 2015 - Degree in Medicine from the State University of Pará
Most recent Articles from Dr. Malu Frade
The umbilical cord connects the baby to the mother and is cut at the moment of birth, leaving only a small piece known as the “umbilical stump,” which will become the belly button. This area is quite... Continue ReadingThe umbilical cord connects the baby to... Continue Reading
Pregnancy is a time of many expectations and dreams for women, but it is also a time full of questions and, in many cases, pain. But how do you know if a pain is normal or not? Well, doing some research... Continue ReadingPregnancy is a time of many expectations... Continue Reading
Keeping your body in balance is essential so that you avoid health problems and live peacefully. This is true at any stage of our lives, but when it comes to pregnancy, it should be taken even more seriously.... Continue ReadingKeeping your body in balance is essential... Continue Reading
Among the many difficulties women may encounter when trying to get pregnant, there is one that causes a lot of speculation and doubts, particularly among fertility specialists. This is hostile mucus,... Continue ReadingAmong the many difficulties women may encounter... Continue Reading
In the daily lives of women, some signs that occur throughout the menstrual cycle often go unnoticed or seem unimportant, especially when a woman is not actively trying to conceive. When a woman becomes... Continue ReadingIn the daily lives of women, some signs... Continue Reading
An inevitable concern for all pregnant women in the first trimester, missed abortion is haunting, causes a lot of anxiety, and raises many questions for all expecting mothers. It’s even worse for those who... Continue ReadingAn inevitable concern for all pregnant women... Continue Reading
The female body works like a true machine, with each part playing a crucial role to ensure it functions successfully. One of the most important elements of the female reproductive system, both for offering... Continue ReadingThe female body works like a true machine,... Continue Reading
The home pregnancy test, that is, the one you can buy at pharmacies, is nowadays a highly effective way to confirm whether a woman is really pregnant. Although some medical tests are necessary for absolute... Continue ReadingThe home pregnancy test, that is, the one... Continue Reading
A woman takes an over-the-counter pregnancy test and it comes out positive, but when she gets more specific tests done, she finds out that she isn’t actually pregnant. Have you ever heard of cases like this?... Continue ReadingA woman takes an over-the-counter pregnancy... Continue Reading
The female body secretes various types of mucus throughout a woman's life. In fact, the menstrual cycle can have its phases identified by these different mucuses. The types of discharge that women expel... Continue ReadingThe female body secretes various types of... Continue Reading
Rumors always pop up about certain medications or plants that can help clean the uterus, improve fertilization, among other things. You’ve probably heard of several! Many of these rumors are nothing more than... Continue ReadingRumors always pop up about certain medications... Continue Reading
Women who are pregnant usually need a new routine, both when it comes to eating and taking care of their body. When we talk about food, for example, it’s always important to be conscious that the woman is... Continue ReadingWomen who are pregnant usually need a new... Continue Reading
The color of a newborn’s skin changes as the days go by. At birth, many parents end up surprised, as the baby’s skin tone is usually different from what it will be later in life. This happens because a newborn’s... Continue ReadingThe color of a newborn’s skin changes as the... Continue Reading
Taking medication, no matter what type, always raises doubts and questions for various reasons. One of the topics that causes the most confusion when it comes to this, is whether an antibiotic cancels... Continue ReadingTaking medication, no matter what type,... Continue Reading
If we do a quick internet search for "morning-after pill while pregnant," we will find several questions about it. There are doubts and fears about its consequences for the baby. It may seem pointless... Continue ReadingIf we do a quick internet search for "morning-after... Continue Reading
Most read articles of Dr. Malu Frade
Ladies, today I received a very common question from women who are trying to conceive: IS IT POSSIBLE TO GET PREGNANT WHILE ON YOUR PERIOD? Hmm, controversial, right? Some say it’s impossible, but I have actually... Continue ReadingLadies, today I received a very common question... Continue Reading
Sex: that's the key word for pregnancy to happen, right? In the world of those trying to conceive, we're always searching for new tips and information—basically, anything that might help us in the process. That's... Continue ReadingSex: that's the key word for pregnancy to... Continue Reading
One of the main organs of the female reproductive system is the uterus. It is located in the pelvic cavity and is where the fetus is generated and develops until birth. To support the growth of the fetus,... Continue ReadingOne of the main organs of the female reproductive... Continue Reading
Hormonal contraceptive methods are part of most women's lives at some point. Whether to prevent pregnancy or for medical reasons, it is very hard to find a woman who has never heard of the birth control... Continue ReadingHormonal contraceptive methods are part... Continue Reading
These things can really confuse us a lot! Those suspecting they might be pregnant or trying to become pregnant can get very confused when it comes to a pregnancy test. In addition to anxiety and all the... Continue ReadingThese things can really confuse us a lot!... Continue Reading
For couples trying to conceive, there’s nothing better than a little help from nature to make conception easier. Tricks to get pregnant can be helpful and even help the woman or couple feel more at ease. Some... Continue ReadingFor couples trying to conceive, there’s nothing... Continue Reading
Among the thousands of questions we ask ourselves when we're pregnant, the baby's eye color is one of the most common. Especially when one of the parents or grandparents has light eyes. The desire for... Continue ReadingAmong the thousands of questions we ask... Continue Reading
Who hasn’t heard that a woman who has just had a baby won’t be fertile for a long period, especially if she is breastfeeding? Well, scientifically speaking and in practice, that's not quite true. Many women... Continue ReadingWho hasn’t heard that a woman who has just had... Continue Reading
A behavioral taboo within homes is family nudity, which can be something embarrassing or natural—it all depends on how the family handles the situation. Family nudity is nothing more than parents not minding... Continue ReadingA behavioral taboo within homes is family... Continue Reading
During pregnancy, the first thing to appear, even before the baby, is the gestational sac. Many women find themselves with an empty sac visible on an ultrasound, especially when it is done at the very... Continue ReadingDuring pregnancy, the first thing to appear,... Continue Reading
For a baby to be born through vaginal delivery, the woman needs to have enough space, sufficient dilation for the baby to be born. Cervical dilation for vaginal birth happens differently for each woman1.... Continue ReadingFor a baby to be born through vaginal delivery,... Continue Reading
The female body secretes various types of mucus throughout a woman's life. In fact, the menstrual cycle can have its phases identified by these different mucuses. The types of discharge that women expel... Continue ReadingThe female body secretes various types of... Continue Reading
Your 25th week begins 1-3 weeks pregnant 4 weeks pregnant 5 weeks pregnant 6 weeks pregnant 7 weeks pregnant 8 weeks pregnant 9... Continue ReadingYour 25th week begins 1-3... Continue Reading
Myth or truth? What can the phases and changes of the moon really influence in childbirth? For as long as I can remember, this conversation has taken place at home. My mother has always said that during... Continue ReadingMyth or truth? What can the phases and changes... Continue Reading
A symptom often associated with pregnancy is the size of the belly. But did you know that a bloated belly is not always a sign of pregnancy? For this to actually be a symptom of pregnancy, the woman must... Continue ReadingA symptom often associated with pregnancy... Continue Reading
