problems like this can affect your pregnancy and your general state of being at a time when you now have to look after yourself and feel positive about the coming months.

will reduce the incidence of Neural Tube Defects, such as Spina Bifida, which occcur in the very early weeks of pregnancy.Every day in the UK, an average of two babies conceived will go on to develop a Neural Tube Defect. Neural Tube Defects can mean a baby

Pregnant women and any woman planning on having a baby should be checked for hidden thyroid conditions, say researchers in the Czech Republic. Pregnancy can worsen or bring on thyroid problems because the balance of your hormones changes so

having a genetic disorder is still low. There is also a non-invasive test now available called a nuchal fold scan' which many health authorities offer to women who are pregnant and aged 35 or over.Pregnancy complications such as placenta praevia

A new study has found that women who take ibuprofen from just before they conceive until the 20th week of pregnancy are at a higher risk of miscarriage.One in six mums-to-be are still taking ibuprofen, despite clear warnings on the packets

the available evidence, we cannot say with confidence that drinking during pregnancy is safe and will not harm your baby,” said a Department of Health spokesman.“Therefore, as a precautionary measure, our advice to pregnant women and women trying to conceive

you are entitled to ask for your role to change during your pregnancy.For more about potential pregnancy hazards in your workplace, go to the Health and Safety executive.See your doctor if you are concerned about anythingMany pregnant women think

support and prevent infection, then sealed in the safety of the strong womb via the mucus plug at the narrow cervix: It's physically impossible for the penis to disturb the baby and even near the end of pregnancy your baby will have no idea what