One of the factors which might put you off choosing reusable nappies is that they require care rather than the throw-away convenience of disposables. However, if you check out our nappy care feature, you'll see that it is possible to reuse

To start with, read our really useful guide to The First 48 Hours as this will prepare you for what happens in those first two strange and exciting days after the birth.Rest assured that medical checks and care don't stop once you go home (if you

Throughout pregnancy, birth and into your first few weeks as a new mum you are likely to come in contact with a range of different health professionals responsible for your care, though who exactly you see will depend largely on how your pregnancy

A major review of health care in England is launched today by the Healthcare Commission. While it states that nearly 90 per cent of women say they have been happy with their antenatal and postnatal care, much work still needs to be done to improve

to your baby or to you, and is clamped with a plastic clip. This will be left on until the cord is completely dry to prevent any bleeding.Caring for the cord stumpIn the early days immediately after the birth, every time you are visited by a midwife

The BBC has reported a controversial issued raised by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.The story claims that the college has voiced concerns over the cost of caring for very premature babies and describes the practice of 'bed

The National Institute for Clinical Excellence has propsed better post-natal care for mothers which better suits individual needs and situations. Best practice guidelines have just been published which take into account the best care for parents

New NHS data reveals wide variation in the quality and quantity of maternity care across the country, reports The Telegraph.For example, in 2009/10 90% of pregnant women were seen within the first 12 weeks at the Royal Cornwall Hospital’s NHS Trust

A survey of 25,000 women who gave birth in February has found that 92% of the mums were happy with the overall quality of care given on NHS maternity wards.The Care Quality Commission (CQC), which undertook the study, also found that specifically

Because of the higher than usual risk of tooth decay during pregnancy, it's important that you take good care of your teeth and gums throughout your pregnancy. Brush your teeth and floss regularly - at least twice a dayAvoid sugary foods, refined carbohydrates and eat