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Aches and pains in the first trimester
By Kimberley Smith on 28/07/2010 01:03:56
Morning sickness, headaches, constipation, sore limbs, sore breasts and backache - those discomforts that make up those early pregnancy signs can be a real pain!
Aches and pains in early pregnancy and what these pregnancy signs meanDiscomforts in early pregnancy are common and can really put a damper on your first trimester. The good news is your body's working really hard in these 12 weeks and things
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Stomach cramps in early pregnancy
By Kimberley Smith on 05/03/2011 21:01:43
Aches and pains in early pregnancy are usually just a sign of your changing body, but when are stomach cramps safe, and when are they a concern?
sign of this. As soon as a fertilised egg implants in your womb, your body begins to change, and comes under the control of pregnancy hormones. Because of this, pregnancy stomach cramps and other aches and pains in your belly are perfectly normal
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Meningitis and its routine vaccine
By Kimberley Smith on 08/11/2010 14:12:26
A vaccine currently only given to high risk children will soon be added to the general vaccination programme
.Symptoms of Meningitis: Headache, discomfort at bright light, fever, neck stiffness or aching, tiredness. Most notably, your child may develop a red rash of spots. Symptoms of Septicaemia: Rash, fever, vomiting, high pitched cry, jerky or lifeless, blotchy skin
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Christmas Gift Guide for mums-to-be
By Kimberley Smith on 25/10/2010 16:31:42
Mums-to-be can feel left out at Christmas with all the parties and champagne. So we've found a perfect selection of gifts - for you to buy a mum-to-be or to encourage someone to buy you...
10 of the best gifts for mums-to-beNo fizzy pop, morning sickness and aches and pains could put a damper on the Christmas period of busy mums-to-be. So we've found our favourite pregnancy goodies, pampering treats and stylish baby essentials
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NHS launches pregnancy health checker
By Kimberley Smith on 28/02/2011 14:45:12
New online symptom checker by the NHS reassures mums fearing pregnancy problems
such as nausea, aches and pains and swollen feet. If your symptoms appear to be more serious, you can ask for a call back from a NHS direct nurse."Pregnancy can be a daunting time, especially for first-time mums," explains Tricia Hamilton, NHS Direct Chief Nurse
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Am I pregnant? Early signs of pregnancy
By Kimberley Smith on 27/05/2011 06:41:41
Find out what first symptoms to look out for, plus what to do next if you are pregnant
:Sore boobsSpotting and crampsLate or missed periodNausea or morning sicknessMetallic taste in mouth or changed tastesEmotional changes, mood swings, fatigue and tirednessLeg cramps, extra loo trips, aches and painsIf any of these ring true (or even
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Mums-to-be reveal their biggest pregnancy discomforts for each trimester
By Kimberley Smith on 01/07/2011 12:12:24
Heartburn, exhaustion and constipation constant bugbears for pregnant women
’s almost big enough to be born and quite a weight to be carrying around.Find out more…Natalie Cassidy shares her pregnancy nigglesAches and pains in the first trimesterVictoria Beckham reveals how she avoids stretch marks
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Myleene Klass shows off post-baby body in glamorous photoshoot
By Kimberley Smith on 14/06/2011 17:12:40
New mum Myleene reveals her post-pregnancy fashion secrets
I’ve done in months,” she told Look. “My stomach muscles are aching!”“I’m constantly lifting so my arms have got back into shape but there’s more junk in the trunk now so I’ve learned the trick of wearing high-waisted skirts and trousers to disguise
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Acupuncture and fertility
By Kimberley Smith on 06/10/2011 16:15:35
Discover everything you need to know about acupuncture for fertility and conception, and what to expect from this alternative therapy
, what we did notice was an unusual sensation when the acupuncturist touched the needles, gently pressing or twisting them to encourage energy flow. It feels like an ache or tingling, not unpleasant, but a little strange. “It’s a very individual process
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Pregnancy yoga – why it’s good for you
By Kimberley Smith on 15/02/2012 13:17:10
Yoga instructor Nadia Narain explains why pregnancy is the perfect time to start prasticing yoga
pain and aches.”When should I start pregnancy yoga?“Don’t start in your first trimester. That’s really for taking it nice and easy and getting used to all the changes your body is going through,” Nadia advises. “At about 12-14 you should start feeling
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