You know it s important to eat well during pregnancy, but exactly what constitutes good food? Which foods will help your pregnant body to function well and support your baby to grow to its potential? It s easy to become confused when there is so much information around, particularly when a lot of it is conflicting.
Genetics, gender, age, environment, diet, exercise, occupation, lifestyle factors and metabolism all play a role in what any of us weigh and how much weight we gain or lose over our lifetimes.
Pregnancy marks the official beginning of many adjustments both physical and emotional, so it is important to be mindful of the impact of these changes to your emotional and mental health.
ABO is an immune response which occurs when babies have a different blood type to their mother and are then affected by the antibodies she has produced.
Cholestasis in pregnancy, otherwise known as Obstetric Cholestasis or Intrahepatic Cholestasis is a relatively rare condition, occurring in 1 in every 1000 pregnancies.
So you ve just had your 12-week scan, and the reality of having a baby is hitting home! It s been just you and your partner on the journey so far and now it s time to tell your family and friends.
For most women confirmation of their pregnancy brings a range of emotions surprise, happiness, fear, delight, anxiety and for some, perhaps even disappointment.
Whether you are over the moon about your pregnancy or feeling a bit apprehensive, it s a great idea to consider jotting down your thoughts and feelings when you can.