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The smart way to look after you and your baby
By Jointace on 05/02/2007 11:42:17
The benefits of Omega 3 for foetal brain and eye development have been extensively researched in the last few years.
Omega 3 – The smart way to look after you and your babyThe benefits of Omega 3 for foetal brain and eye development have been extensively researched in the last few years. The long chain fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic
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Fetal Development: At a Glance
By ThinkBaby on 15/06/2009 01:59:21
What's happening when inside that growing bump!
Pregnancy is an experience like no other, but it can be hard to imagine just what’s going on in there! Our guide explains how your baby develops week by week, so you can savour every moment. And don't forget you can sign up for FREE fetal
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Fetal Kick Charts Value Questioned
By Laura Lee Davies on 19/10/2009 00:56:55
Although all pregnant women should be able to feel their babies move beyond 20 weeks, a new study questions the reliability of Fetal Kick Charts
All pregnant women find it reassuring to feel their babies move and whether noticeable movement starts as early as 16 weeks as a fluttering sensation or the first 'kick' doesn't happen until 20 or 21 weeks, by the time most women are into the second half of their pregnancy, they ...
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Multivitamins in pregnancy cut chance of having underweight baby
By Sara Mackenzie on 23/04/2010 15:00:44
A new study of London mums-to-be suggests vitamins can help both mum and baby
critical time for development of the foetus.”Dr Louise explained further, “Of course a good diet during pregnancy is important for a healthy pregnancy, but for those who do not have a good diet, multivitamin and mineral supplements will help to reduce
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Low folic acid levels in pregnancy linked to hyperactive children
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 04/05/2010 15:05:05
Study suggests there’s a connection between not getting enough folic acid in early pregnancy and hyperactivity
the development of unborn babies’ brains, reports the website Food Product Design.The study looked at 100 mums-to-be in early pregnancy, taking blood samples to measure folate levels, and then followed them for 8.75 years. The mums noted their child’s behaviour
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Vitamin supplements in pregnancy don’t protect against asthma
By Kimberley Smith on 05/10/2010 14:16:35
Taking vitamins C and E doesn’t help to prevent respiratory illnesses in your baby, suggests new research
supplements in pregnancy to prevent your child developing asthma. A better approach may be to stick to a healthy diet that ensures all the essential vitamins and minerals are covered.“Pregnant women are bombarded with advice on how to safeguard their child
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Sign up for your weekly pregnancy emails
By Kimberley Smith on 06/12/2011 14:44:44
Find out what's going on in there (and why you're feeling like that) with a weekly bump update - direct to your inbox
What does your baby look like each week?What can he or she ALREADY do?Why do YOU feel like that?What should be on your shopping list?Find out each week with ThinkBaby's email newsletters - especially written for each week of pregnancy.**plus, discover if your unborn baby is the s...
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New DNA test could replace invasive pregnancy tests
By Kimberley Smith on 09/12/2010 13:47:39
Non-invasive test for foetal abnormalities could enable doctors to diagnose genetic conditions in unborn babies without the increased risk of miscarriage
A new blood test for mums-to-be may soon enable doctors to diagnose serious genetic illnesses in their developing baby. The test enables scientists to reconstruct the DNA of the foetus from tiny fragments floating in the mum’s blood.Currently, tests
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Watch your unborn baby grow - 3rd Trimester
By Tessa Watkins on 04/05/2010 15:00:09
Welcome to the final trimester! It is during this stage that your baby will be getting ready to make an appearance.
to keep her right where she is for the time being.* Remember, all pregnancies are different and foetal growth rates vary, this is meant only as an approximate guide to development. If you have any concerns about your developing pregnancy then speak to your
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Mums-to-be taking calcium could be preventing dental problems for their child
By Marina Nelson on 12/10/2010 12:58:49
A new study has shown taking calcium supplements during pregnancy can help prevent tooth problems in young children
that children whose mums received calcium had a 27% decrease in developing decayed, missing or filled teeth.“Teeth mineralization starts during foetal life and this could be a kind of positive foetal programming that carries on through life”, said Dr Luz Gibbons
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