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Being a chilled-out Mama-to-be
By Maria Muennich on 02/07/2008 00:13:23
There are lots of sensible ways to stay cool and refreshed in the heat and plenty of fun ways that double up as a bit of mama-indulgence too, so dive in
and includes calcium from the milk. We know that we should be drinking more hydrating drinks when pregnant, particularly in the heat, so try carrying along a bottle of iced water with you when you're out and about. When water gets a bit boring then adding a
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Fetal development: Week 12
By ThinkBaby on 30/05/2005 10:23:24
All the esssentials
Exercise during pregnancy - Not only is moderate exercise safe for most pregnant women, but it brings plenty of important benefits too, so here's the how and why of pregnancy exercise.Watching what you drink - Not all pregnant women go off alcohol
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Swollen ankles in pregnancy
By Kimberley Smith on 12/03/2011 01:18:55
Swollen ankles often happen in pregnancy. Here’s why they swell, what you can do about it and signs your ankles are giving you about pre-eclampsia
. This is advisable generally in pregnancy but drinking water also helps flush your system through and can actually help to guard against water retention. (Drink it steadily through the day rather than over-filling in one sitting.)• Eat less salt. This can make your
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When to switch to cow's milk?
By Sarah Lawson on 25/01/2010 02:16:48
Whether you are giving breastmilk or formula (or a combination) in your child's first year, don't give cow's milk until your child is one
is a year old you do not need to give her formula milk anymore, but if you are still breastfeeding, you can continue if you want to as long as your baby's nutritional needs are being met with other food and drink as well.Why wait for a year to give cow
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Putting on enough weight in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 29/08/2009 00:58:17
Whilst many women worry they are getting too big in pregnancy, it is also important to make sure underweight women are putting on enough weight
with good nutrients can really help.Adding more dairy products like cheese and full-fat yoghurts to your daily regime will help you also take in much-needed calcium. If you usually drink skimmed milk, try switching to full-fat (or semi-skimmed if you find
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Fertility research update
By Clio FitzHerbert on 03/02/2010 11:21:18
From helping weak sperm to new caffeine research, we round up the latest fertility news and developments
% of those who had IVF became pregnant. When it comes to alcohol consumption the chances of falling pregnant dropped from 60% in women who consumed one to five alcoholic drinks a week, to 30% for women who had more than 10 drinks each week.Find a healthy
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Everything you need to know about Norovirus
By Liz Jarvis on 29/03/2010 12:03:11
It’s one of the nastiest (and most common) stomach bugs around, and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable. Here’s what to look out for, how to treat the symptoms and how to prevent it...
/norovirus. They will advise you what action to take.It’s important to make sure you don’t become dehydrated, so keep drinking water (as a rough guide, 200ml after every loose stool). Try to eat small, light meals if you can.Your doctor may prescribe rehydration drinks (and
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How will pregnancy affect my skin?
By Sophie Westnedge on 11/12/2012 16:35:21
From that longed for pregnancy glow to problem skin - we explain how pregnancy affects your skin and top tips for a great complexion
of this make sure to use a high factor sunscreen.What can I do to look after my skin?Drink lots of water – Making sure you are well hydrated is good for lots of reasons. It will make your skin less tired and less tight. Drink between 8 to 10 glasses of water
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Avoiding honey for the first year
By Laura Lee Davies on 22/03/2006 01:37:53
Why one of nature's sweetest treats should be avoided until your child is one year old.
that honey is very sugary and that you should not let your child have too much in their sandwich or on their toast because of the dangers of tooth decay. Never give babies sweetened drinks in a bottle or coat their dummy (if you use one) in honey or sugar
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Medicines during pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 24/09/2010 01:52:19
Medicines, drugs, pills and potions - what's safe during pregnancy and what's not
. It's best to avoid all sleeping tablets and herbal remedies - although some herbal teas are specifically designed and safe for use during pregnancy, - and to focus on natural ways of promoting sleepiness, like taking a warm bath before bed or drinking
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