Whether it's a classic English summer heat wave or a last pre-family holiday somewhere warm and sunny, being careful in the heat is particularly important during pregnancy when it's both easier to overheat and more important than ever that you

Your bump looks after your babyIf you’re reading this with a growing baby bump, your body will be working overtime to produce your unborn baby within. But what’s going on in there? From keeping her warm at night, to developing millions of brain

clothes that still fit you! If you're only just pregnant, you might not be suffering so much (unless you're in the throes of morning sickness). But if you are into the second or third trimester of your pregnancy, here's the ThinkBaby whistlestop guide

How to have a healthy winter pregnancy Coughs and sneezes… Most of us expect to get some kind of cold during the winter months, but when you are pregnant, it's important to keep yourself as healthy as possible. If you get a small cold, you

your other chores. In fact, even on days when you've had a morning shower, if you feel you need a bath to unwind at night on some occasions - treat yourself! As it is, you will find your have a raised body temperature in pregnancy so keeping fresh

be caused by a flush in her cheeks from the fact that she will probably have a raised body temperature during pregnancy. It can also be caused because the body retains water during pregnancy and this may fill out her features more. Or it could also be caused

, make sure your baths are not too hot. Especially in the early months, you do not want to raise your body temperature to a point which might affect the fetus. Make sure you do not stay too long in water which is hotter than 38.9 degrees C and preferably

size and are well designed, addressing health questions, possible concerns and also addressing the emotional side of having a baby.'Healthy Pregnancy'This easy-to-read book is a dip-into reference book about the development of the baby inside you

in your blood volume pushes up your body's temperature during pregnancy, so any month of the year can feel more sticky than usual. However, summer heat can feel truly oppressive when you are carrying that bump around. For more about why and how your body

Your body undergoes tremendous changes during pregnancy, and your skin is no exception. Most obviously, the skin over your abdomen stretches as your bump grows and you may have darkening of the skin in certain areas, like the nipples, around