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When stomach cramps in early pregnancy are a cause for concern
By Daniella Delaney on 13/05/2011 14:05:05
How to know when you should probably be contacting your doctor or midwife
doctor or midwife is happy that you and your baby are fine, you will probably be advised to simply rest as much as possible.What if you do have a miscarriage?If you have a miscarriage in early pregnancy, there is little that can be done to save the baby
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How can I ease my morning sickness?
By Liz Jarvis on 03/12/2012 17:45:58
Independent midwife Katie Green reveals great tips for coping with pregnancy queasiness
There are many theories for the causes of morning sickness, most of which revolve around increased hormone levels in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. For most women morning sickness will disappear by around 16 weeks. However, some women can suffer
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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
Swollen ankles can be a sign of pre-eclampsia but in the majority of pregnancies, they’re usually just one of the many slight discomforts pregnancy brings.If you’ve tested negative for pre-eclampsia, swollen ankles are just a byproduct
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Itchy tummy in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/07/2009 01:28:53
Many women find the skin over their belly feels itchy in pregnancy, but what does it mean?
There are many discomforts and changes you might experience with your skin in pregnancy which are caused by changes to your hormonal balance, your increased body temperature and need to drink more water.Itchy abdomen in pregnancyAs soon as your body
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Tiredness in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 14/07/2007 09:48:37
Fatigue can be frustrating when you just need to get about and get things done, but your body is giving you a clear message.
Not all women will experience the fatigue of early pregnancy but many will find that they suddenly have a desire to take naps during the day, even if they never do this normally. Indeed, some women may feel the need to take naps before they even
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Fainting in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 10/11/2009 01:11:45
What you should know fainting and dizziness when you're expecting.
When you're pregnant, you have more blood flowing round your system. However, this increase demands higher iron levels and this can be a problem for many women. Although women are tested early in their pregnancy for anaemia, it can develop later
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Know-how: Pregnancy Back Ache
By ThinkBaby on 08/06/2009 02:14:20
Your changing centre of gravity and hormonal shifts can bring on back pain, but we're here to help
this bad, talk to your midwife or GP.What can you do about pregnancy back pain?You need to be strengthening both your abdominals (which support the growing baby bump) and your lower back (which in turn supports your abdominals). So basic ‘cat curl
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Dizziness in Pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 09/10/2009 00:52:04
Feeling faint in pregnancy is not uncommon but can signal various mild problems
When you're pregnant, you have more blood flowing round your system. However, this increase demands higher iron levels and this can be a problem for many women. Although women are tested early in their pregnancy for anaemia, it can develop later
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Guide to morning sickness
By ThinkBaby on 03/12/2012 16:03:45
Nauseous? Nausea and morning sickness in pregnancy can strike any time of day or night. Here's how to diagnose and deal with this common pregnancy complaint, and what to do if your morning sickness gets more serious
will do the same to you!It's a pretty unpleasant pregnancy discomfort but there are lots things you can do to cope with morning sickness and alleviate the symptoms. Some women find gentle exercise, such as yoga, can helpDespite scares over Thalidomide, a
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Shooting leg pain in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 27/11/2007 01:59:27
Lower back ache and shooting leg pain in pregnancy is no fun, but what can you do about sciatica?
of swollen ankles if they are a recurrent problem for you, as oedema can be a sign of other pregnancy problems which your doctor or midwife should be told about.However, shooting pains, rather than dull aches, can be particularly unpleasant when you
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