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Don’t ignore a sore throat in pregnancy, warns report
By Kimberley Smith on 01/03/2011 13:23:22
Mums-to-be are advised to visit their doctor with any sore throats after rise in serious Strep A cases
or did not disclose significant symptoms that might have allowed earlier intervention,” the report stated.Advice for mums-to-be is to pay extra attention to hygiene, and wash their hands regularly especially after using public transport.“While pregnancy
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Protecting your teeth and gums in pregnancy
By Monica Stylli on 21/06/2007 01:33:10
New Oral-B survey shows 49% of mums-to-be don't realise the importance of oral care during pregnancy
factors to wellbeing and health during pregnancy.When you are pregnant your hormone levels are affected and this can cause the gums to become inflamed and bleed (sometimes known as ‘pregnancy gingivitis’) – the Oral-B® survey revealed that over a third (38
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Safe pain relief for aches and pains
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/10/2007 01:44:39
Pregnancy headaches and backpain are no fun, but you don't always want to rely on drugs for relief, so what are you options?
Suffering from headaches or backpain in pregnancy is no fun at all, especially if you are also experiencing tiredness or morning sickness. However, first off, try to address what might be causing the pain in order to more effectively treat it
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Good sleep in early pregnancy linked to healthy birth
By Kimberley Smith on 01/10/2010 16:30:25
Pregnant women who don’t sleep well in their first and second trimester found to be at more risk of high blood pressure and birth complications
Mums-to-be who get plenty of sleep in the early stages of pregnancy, have a lower risk of pre-eclampsia, finds a new survey.The study looked at the sleep patterns of 1,172 healthy pregnant women at 14 weeks. Just over half (55.2%) of the mums
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Passive smoking in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 12/07/2009 01:30:23
Even if you don't smoke or have managed to give up, while you are pregnant you should avoid others people's smoke, too
partner to smoke outside the home (not just in another room). Following the Health Act of 2006, it has been illegal for anyone to smoke in an enclosed public space or workplace since summer 2007. If you experience other people's smoke in the course of your
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Pregnancy eyesight
By Sarah Lawson on 09/01/2007 01:51:12
The change in your hormones during pregnancy can even affect your eyesight, and can make wearing your contact lenses uncomfortable. Don't worry, this is normal!
For most women, there are many more bothersome pregnancy discomforts than having slightly less sharp vision than usual. Whether you wear glasses or not, the difference should not be too great. However, it's good to know that this is completely
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Important Medicines in Pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 27/05/2008 00:09:13
Although you are right to be cautious about what you are taking during pregnancy, some medicines are important to take
be in her system. However, there are medicines during pregnancy that are fine to take. Indeed, some health professionals now believe that drug companies and doctors might be too cautious during pregnancy and be depriving women of medication they could
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Kitchen hygiene in pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 12/09/2007 01:07:08
Looking after yourself in pregnancy means making sure your food isn't just healthy but that it's cooked or prepared safely
cleaning your hands and the veg of any soil residue afterwardsFor more about general and pregnancy eating safety, visit www.food.gov.uk.
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Mums-to-be told - “Take care of your teeth!”
By Kimberley Smith on 25/11/2010 14:48:18
Dentists warn of the dangers to your baby if you neglect your oral health in pregnancy
to be the result of a heightened response to the bacteria in the mouth,” said a spokesman from the Academy of General Dentists.Around 10% of mums-to-be suffer pregnancy tumours. These are non-cancerous and usually don’t hurt. But they can be alarming as they can
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Pregnant after using spermicides
By ThinkBaby on 03/06/2009 00:50:00
If your pregnancy was unplanned, you might have concerns about contraceptive options affecting the fetus.
It is understandable that, if you usually use condoms, spermicide and so on, you clearly weren't expecting to be pregnant and you should not feel guilty. And don't worry. Although exposure to chemicals isn't ideal for the embryo, there is no medical
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