Unless you have an existing condition which means your GP or consultant has already advised against any lifting, the weight of another child isn't going to bring on miscarriage.It is true that hormonal changes bring about a change in the elasticity of your body and that you shoul...

, it can seriously affect a woman’s chance of carrying a baby to full term and should be carefully monitored.

It's in the bagTravelling anywhere with a newborn baby can feel like you're embarking on an intrepid adventure at first. So how do you make getting out of the house easier when you're a new mum? The key is to be prepared but still travel relatively light, and having a functional ...

It was the storyline that divided the nation and drew more complaints than the soap had seen before, but last night the controversial Kat Slater/Ronnie Mitchell/baby swap story reached a happy ending (well for Kat at least!)Viewers saw Kat Slater (played by Jessie Wallace) finall...

For many people, using a sling or carrier in the early months of their baby's life is a useful way to keep flexible when travelling (no huge pushchair to lug) and to keep baby reassuringly close. For more about the differences between slings and carriers, go to the Buyer's Guide ...

Recent studies carried out on adolescent sheep have shown possible reasons why teenagers give birth to underweight babies.The research revealed that the younger sheep which became pregnant were still growing which meant that the nutrient supply from

Flexi TENSA new innovative small TENS unit that is easy to use in the home, or carry around on your travels. The price is pretty amazing as well as the Flexi TENS can be purchased for just £29.95 (Ex VAT).Flexi TENS – Ultra Light – Ultra

with twins isn't an illness, but a natural state that the body is designed to handle, so there's no need to be alarmed by the list of potential complications.Is a twin pregnancy harder and does it carry higher risks?Some pregnancy complications are more

piping.Price: RRP £55.95Contact:BabyBjornThe concept: Baby slings and carriers are a great way of carrying around small children because they stay close to you even when you're out and about in places that are too busy or cramped for a buggy. However

When your baby is born, there is a simple checklist test to ensure that all is well. It's called the Apgar test after Virginia Apgar, who invented it.There are five signs which the midwife or another specialist who is present will look for. They will check these one minute after ...