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Women urged to see their GP as soon as they find out they’re pregnant
By Kyrsty Hazell on 30/03/2011 15:55:23
‘ASAP’ campaign launches to get mums-to-be in London visiting their GP in early pregnancy
Pregnant women in London are being urged to visit their GP as soon as they find out they are going to have a baby.Recent NHS stats showed women aren’t aware about the importance of seeing a health professional in early pregnancy, which means
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Ask the...GP
By Sarah Jarvis on 13/02/2008 01:34:32
I am pregnant and feel guilty about wanting an afternoon snooze – is there anything I can do to boost my energy levels?
I’m 18 weeks pregnant and still working full time, and I’m feeling exhausted! But I feel guilty about wanting an afternoon snooze – is there anything I can do to boost my energy levels? Katie, ChesterSarah JarvisFull-time GP and member of the Royal
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Ask the...GP
By Sarah Jarvis on 02/03/2008 01:51:19
I'm 30 weeks pregnant and my body aches! Why is my lower region so sore?
I'm 30 weeks pregnant and my body aches! My lower region is especially sore, and i'm not sure if this is a serious problem or something that just comes with being pregnant. No name givenSarah JarvisFull-time GP and member of the Royal College
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Ask the...family GP
By Dr Carol Cooper on 07/02/2010 11:44:32
My husband has now gone back to work I’m finding things exhausting on my own. What can I do?
My husband spent the first two weeks at home with me and our new baby, which was great, but now he’s gone back to work I’m finding things exhausting on my own. What can I do?Catherine, CardiffDr Carol CooperFamily GP and Pregnancy, Baby & You
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Ask the...GP
By Sarah Jarvis on 14/02/2010 01:40:07
What are the risks to my baby if i have an epidural or pethidine?
What are the risks to my baby if i have an epidural or pethidine? I'm not sure i'll be able to cope without pain relief, but I wonder why so many women aim for a 'natural birth'. Tessa, CoventrySarah JarvisFull-time GP and member of the Royal
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My GP is suggesting I have the swine flu vaccine as I'm pregnant. Is it safe?
By Liz Jarvis on 16/03/2010 17:53:48
Independent midwife Katie Green lays out the facts about the swine flu vaccine
This is a hot topic right now but one with no easy answer. The issue has divided the nation and health care professionals alike so it is no wonder mums-to-be are feeling confused.The World Health Organisation recommends that every pregnant woman in the UK has the vaccine. Because...
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Know-how: when to call the doctor
By ThinkBaby on 05/12/2009 01:45:03
What signs of illness or discomfort in pregnancy should you get checked out by your GP?
Besides the common pregnancy discomforts, there are a number of pregnancy-related medical conditions that may entail a risk to your pregnancy and health and do require prompt medical attention. These include hyperemesis gravida, pre-eclampsia and miscarriage. You can read more ab...
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Meet your pregnancy medical team
By Daniella Delaney on 22/02/2011 15:24:18
Find out what to expect from your midwife, GP, antenatal teacher, obstetrician and sonographer throughout your pregnancy
Meet your GPWhen you'll see your GP“The first thing to do after getting your positive pregnancy test is to see your GP,” says Dr Michael Apple, GP and author of Dr Apple’s Symptoms Encyclopaedia.“Your GP will confirm your pregnancy with a urine test
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Baby's Sickness: When to Call the Doctor
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/06/2008 00:32:34
Many babies go through periods when they are unwell for a day or even just a few hours, but when does sickness require GP attention?
calling your GP or calling NHS Direct on 0845 4647:Signs of DehydrationIf your child is not well and therefore off his feeds, there is a danger that he might get dehydrated. Signs include:No wet nappies for eight to ten hours. When you change your child
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NICE support better post-natal care
By Laura Lee Davies on 27/07/2006 11:24:26
New guidelines will recommend better personalise care for mothers and babies in the first eight weeks after birth.
and babies in the first eight weeks after the birth.At the moment, a mother has a few days' supervision under the midwife team she had when her child was born, then she is encouraged to keep in touch with the local health visitors and her GP. However
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