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5 excuses for not drinking at summer parties
By Kimberley Smith on 07/05/2011 11:11:26
Avoid those awkward questions with these fail safe excuses for staying off the alcohol
If it’s early days and you’re not ready to announce your pregnancy just yet, we’ve come up with some plausible excuses for why you’re not drinking, to get you out of an awkward conversation!1. Driving. The perfect excuse (unless you live down the road).2. Antibiotics. No one real...
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Can I get pregnant while on the pill?
By Kimberley Smith on 06/11/2010 01:48:04
Yes, you can, the pill isn't 100% safe...
The Pill: fail-safe contraception?This is a very frequently asked question, and the answer is yes, it certainly is possible to become pregnant when you’re on the pill. A standard birth control pill is effective about 99.5% of the time if it is used
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All About Your Womb
By Sarah Lawson on 28/04/2009 00:46:01
How is your baby fed and kept safe as she grows inside you?
period during your menstrual cycle. It is important that this tissue is in good condition in order for the newly fertilised egg to implant safely and securely in the womb and to grow. Problems with endometriosis can make successful conception problematic
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Sex after having a baby
By Maria Muennich on 03/07/2007 04:24:12
What's safe, what's comfortable, what's new and what's 'normal'?
at some point in the future! Whether the thought of having sex inspires delight or dread, there are a few things to think about and prepare for.How soon after birth is it safe to have sex?Most doctors recommend that you wait at least six weeks after
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6 best buys for pregnancy hair
By Sophie Westnedge on 27/10/2011 11:29:58
Is your pregnancy mane causing you stress? These products are safe to use and work wonders on unruly tresses…
6 of the best buys for pregnancy hairPregnancy hormones can play havoc with your hair – changing a glowing mane into limp locks, or giving you crazy volume where you had none. If you need to tame your tresses, try these…
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Are doctors too cautious with drugs in pregnancy?
By ThinkBaby on 18/01/2006 01:09:43
Head of prescribing at the Royal College of GPs fears drugs companies are excluding pregnant women from safe medicines.
medicines that would help pregnant women but which are needlessly being excluded from the list of safe drugs.What is Thalidomide?Thalidomide is a drug. It was routinely prescribed to pregnant women to treat morning sickness and as a sedative in the late 1950
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BTHA launches online toy safety guide for parents
By Monica Stylli on 14/09/2007 01:53:28
Find out what’s safe and what’s not at this new online resource.
This week the British Toy & Hobby Association launched an online toy safety guide for concerned parents. In the light of recent product recalls on children’s toys, many people have questions about what’s safe and what’s not.The web page can
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Sports to avoid during pregnancy
By ThinkBaby on 04/04/2009 11:41:45
When it come to exercising during pregnancy, some sports are less safe than others
skilled skier, surfer or blader, you might feel that you can continue your sport safely in the right conditions. However, even if your sport isn't a contact sport, you should be aware that it may pose a risk to your pregnancy and make an informed decision
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Pain killers in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 26/04/2007 01:44:26
During pregnancy, back ache, sore limbs, headaches and other discomforts might tempt you to pain killers, but what is safe?
are buying medication over the counter.What pain killers are safe during pregnancy?So long you do not exceed recommended dosages, paracetamol should be safe to take, unless you have a long-term medical reason to avoid it. Paracetamol can be good
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Ask the...nutritionist
By Lucinda Carter on 01/03/2008 00:40:59
I’m really confused as to whether sushi is safe to eat now i'm 20 weeks pregnant.
I’m really confused as to whether sushi is safe to eat now i'm 20 weeks pregnant. Some books say it is, others forbid it. Can you help?Nicola, SudburyLucinda CarterQualified nutritionist and dietician working for the NHS Ask the GPFor more of your
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