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Special diet may prevent pre-eclampsia
By Lara Brunt on 20/05/2011 18:22:18
Taking dietary supplements could reduce the risk of pregnant women developing the condition, research suggests
Dietary supplements taken in pregnancy could prevent thousands of women from developing pre-eclampsia, according to a new study. The condition affects up to 10% of all first-time pregnancies and can be dangerous for both mum and baby. The exact
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Molar Pregnancy
By Anna Lewis on 01/03/2012 15:25:35
A rare but devastating pregnancy complication
A molar pregnancy is a rare pregnancy complication that in all cases sadly ends in miscarriage. Around one in 1000 pregnant women in the UK will suffer a molar pregnancy, but in Asian-origin women this is doubled, though nobody knows why. You
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Vitamin D deficiency linked to pre-eclampsia
By Kimberley Smith on 19/08/2010 13:09:28
Low levels of the ‘sunshine vitamin’ found in pregnant women with severe cases of pre-eclampsia
the autumn and winter months can be deficient in the vitamin.The Department of Health recommends that women take a daily supplement of 10 micrograms during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Pregnancy urine test could predict pre-eclampsia
By Marina Nelson on 25/11/2010 11:46:30
Scientists have devised a test that could identify mums-to-be most likely to develop high blood pressure
An analysis of protein in the urine of pregnant women could pinpoint those that could develop pre-eclampsia, reports The Telegraph.The study looked at the urine samples of 145 women 20 weeks into pregnancy and found that five key proteins
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What is placental insufficiency?
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/08/2006 01:20:58
The placenta is the source of all nourishment to the fetus during pregnancy, but what happens when it doesn't perform effectively?
believed to have caused the placental insufficiency, or ordered to take bed rest.Good pre-pregnancy nutrition (including supplements), and maintaining a healthy llifestyle during pregnancy are keenly encouraged.
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Obstetric Cholestasis
By Kimberley Smith on 15/03/2012 15:14:20
Symptoms, risks and what you need to know about Obstetric Cholostasis and itching in pregnancy
Obstetric Cholestasis, known as OC, is a fairly rare liver condition that can occur during the second and third trimesters in pregnancy. It can lead to an increased risk of premature birth and foetal distress but is manageable with good medical care
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Getting a cold or flu in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 08/12/2008 01:35:47
In the colder months, a bout of flu or a bad cold seem inevitable, but what if you are expecting when you get ill?
and about in unpredictable weather can also bring on a rundown state that ends up in a cough or cold.There's no need to call the doctor for every cold and snuffle, although you do need to take care that any medications you take are safe for use in pregnancy
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Hyperemesis Gravida - the low-down
By ThinkBaby on 13/09/2012 01:44:44
Severe and relentless nausea, vomiting and weight-loss in pregnancy is likely to be Hyperemesis Gravida, not just morning sickness
's evidence that this vitamin can help combat nausea and sickness in pregnancy, so try taking a supplement if you're able to keep one down.Ginger - As with regular morning sickness, some women may find that ginger products - tea, biscuits, ginger ale - may
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