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Ovulation
Sunday 19th November 2017
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO CONCEIVE? Understanding your menstrual cycle and the date that you are likely to be ovulating can increase your chances of conceiving.…
Home Pregnancy Tests
Sunday 19th November 2017
HOME PREGNANCY TESTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW While headaches, nausea, and a missed period can be symptoms of early pregnancy, the only way to confirm it is to take a home pregnancy test.…
How To Recognise Signs Of Labour
Wednesday 16th August 2017
You've been anticipating childbirth for the last nine months, so of course you're anxious to be able to tell when the big moment is arriving. How will you know when it's…
10 Ways To Get Better Sleep
Wednesday 16th August 2017
You're so tired, and all you want is a restful night of sleep. So what's stopping you? Skip the late-night snacks We know baby's hungry, but seriously, don't consume anything—we're talking about food and drink—less than two hours before…
Pregnancy trends to look out for this year
Wednesday 16th August 2017
Exercising until the end More women are not slowing down when it comes to exercising while they are pregnant. Tone up for a fit and healthy pregnancy with these 5 exercises. Midwives are more…
Pain Relief During Labour
Thursday 13th July 2017
Giving birth is a unique experience and it's impossible to predict how you will feel physically. Some level of discomfort is to be expected but if things go beyond your expectations, it's reassuring to know pain relief is available. Understanding different methods of pain relief and…
Birthing Positions
Monday 17th April 2017
It's natural to feel nervous about giving birth. Understanding your options and the benefits of different birth positions can help you feel more prepared. It's also important to know…
1-4 Weeks Pregnant
Sunday 16th April 2017
Although you may not even know you're pregnant, by week 4 your body is already going through some significant changes. Learn when your…
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) In Pregnancy
Sunday 12th March 2017
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where a blood clot develops, often in the deep veins of the legs but occasionally in the pelvis. It can be fatal if the clot dislodges and travels to the lungs. Having a DVT is not common…
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening
Sunday 12th March 2017
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening is a way of detecting a dangerous swelling (aneurysm) of the aorta - the main blood vessel…
Stroke & Carotid Artery Disease
Sunday 12th March 2017
Carotid artery disease is a common cause of stroke. What is carotid artery disease? The carotid arteries supply oxygenated blood to the large front part of the brain. This part of the brain controls thought, speech and personality as well as our sensory (our ability to…
Weight Gain In Pregnancy
Thursday 9th March 2017
Weight gain is a normal and natural part of a healthy pregnancy. Learn how much weight you should gain depending on your BMI, how to gain weight…
Vitamins & Supplements For Conception
Sunday 26th February 2017
Maintaining a healthy, balanced diet before conception and during pregnancy will help to supply adequate nutrition to your growing baby. Taking supplements that contain key nutrients prior to conception and during pregnancy will enhance your healthy diet and help provide additional support as your baby grows. But which…
What To Eat To Conceive
Saturday 25th February 2017
From eating a nutrient-rich diet to taking key nutrients in the form of supplements, what you eat can play an important role in increasing your potential to conceive. Discover the benefits of a balanced diet for both you and your partner, and which foods to include…
Foods To Avoid When Trying To Conceive
Friday 24th February 2017
Nutrition and lifestyle choices can influence your chances of conceiving and your baby's development once you do become pregnant. In fact, nutrition at this critical stage can also have an impact on your…
Learning Language In The Womb
Tuesday 21st February 2017
When babies begin to hear the world around them, the most important sound they'll discover is their mother's voice. This familiar noise will calm and soothe them and lays the foundation for their social and emotional development, language and speech. Early…
40 Weeks Pregnant
Thursday 16th February 2017
By the time you're 40 weeks pregnant, your baby is fully developed and ready for birth. Their nutrition will then be reliant…
Early Signs of Pregnancy
Wednesday 15th February 2017
Understanding the early signs of pregnancy Maybe your period's late or your boobs are sore - whatever the signs, you really think you might be pregnant.…
