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New research urges pregnant women not to drink alcohol
By Kimberley Smith on 11/04/2011 15:38:52
Just a small amount of alcohol in pregnancy found to increase chances of premature birth
A couple of glasses of wine a week during pregnancy could be enough to put your unborn baby at risk of foetal alcohol syndrome, according to new research from Dublin.The new study contradicts recent research that suggested the odd alcoholic drink
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Could a little alcohol in pregnancy actually do good?
By Matt Fricker on 06/10/2010 12:10:43
Drinking one unit of alcohol weekly won’t harm your unborn baby, according to new research
with social or emotional difficulties, compared to mums who didn’t drink at all in pregnancy.The results have caused great controversy, as mums-to-be are advised not to drink any alcohol during pregnancy. "We’re not advocating that people change
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Non-alcoholic cocktails
By Kimberley Smith on 02/12/2012 17:10:23
“Mocktails” for mums-to-be that are safe to drink in pregnancy
Alcohol-free drinks courtesey of Margarita MamaRecent guidelines recommend no alcohol at all when you’re pregnant, but while everyone’s enjoying Pimms on the lawn, you can still nurse something rather more exciting than a glass of water.We’ve found
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Alcohol in Pregnancy: Yes or No?
By Laura Lee Davies on 29/06/2010 02:04:13
Every time one study claims women should cut out drinking, another study suggests a little drink is fine in pregnancy - so what should you do?
.However, is the odd drink now and again acceptable?What is safe drinking in pregnancy?In 2007, the Department of Health released new guidelines about drinking when expecting. Their official line is now that you should have NO units of alcohol per week during pregnancy
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Alcohol in pregnancy linked to naughty teenagers
By Kimberley Smith on 22/03/2011 13:50:45
Children of mums-to-be who drink during their pregnancy are more likely to grow up to be badly behaved teenagers, finds new research
Drinking alcohol in pregnancy has been linked to an increased likelihood of having unruly teenagers, a new study has found.Teenagers whose mums drank a single alcoholic drink a day in early pregnancy were found to be three times as likely to have a
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Alcohol-free mouthwash in pregnancy could prevent premature birth
By Kimberley Smith on 15/02/2011 14:55:31
Taking extra care of your teeth and dental health when pregnant could reduce your risk of giving birth prematurely
Using alcohol-free antibacterial mouthwash in pregnancy may help reduce the risk of premature birth, according to a new study. Using a mouthwash without alcohol that contains the antibacterial agent CPC, has been found to improve the likelihood of a
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25 steps to a healthy pregnancy
By Liz Stansfield on 08/12/2010 13:23:50
From cutting out alcohol, to embracing your growing baby bump, here are 25 things to help you have a happy and healthy pregnancy
, and follow these top tips for beating pregnancy back pain.
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Road Pollution and Fetal Development
By Sarah Lawson on 20/04/2009 02:39:03
A new study examines the risk of exposure to traffic pollution for pregnant women
are some useful articles about issues which could affect your baby during pregnancy:Air pollution and fumesDietAlcoholCaffeineAdditivesCigarettes Night workingFake tan and sun beds Hair dyeFor more about health and safety at work when you are expecting, go
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Checklist for a healthy pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 19/08/2009 01:34:04
Increase your chances of having a safe and healthy pregnancy
exercise is safe during pregnancy.Cutting out smoking and alcoholThere is a lot of research which supports the idea that it makes a big health difference if you stop smoking when you are expecting.Although many doctors still feel the occasional unit
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Pregnant viewers warned 3DTV can cause sickness
By Kimberley Smith on 27/04/2010 18:00:34
As 3D-ready TV is launched, pregnant women are warned it may make them nauseous
be avoided while under the influence of alcohol and even by those of us who are sleep deprived.Although Samsung recommends pregnant women take a break after 30 minutes of watching or avoid it altogether, if you've had no problems so far, viewing is no threat
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