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Is it a pregnancy myth or fact?
By Anna Lewis on 15/03/2012 10:42:53
From avoiding cats to going into labour during a full moon – we investigate the truth behind some well-known pregnancy myths
pendant can prove whether you’re having a boy or a girl – you’ll need a special scan for that. Or you could just wait and see…
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Can you predict your unborn baby's sex?
By Kyrsty Hazell on 16/02/2011 16:05:57
Old wives' tales on predicting the sex of your baby, for all you mums-to-be who can't wait for your 20-week scan!
than the right when pregnant, apparently this means you’re having a girl. If it’s your right breast that is bigger, you guessed it, you’re supposedly having a boy.Fast heart rateSome believe that if your unborn baby has a fast heart rate (of around 170
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Keeping the air fresh in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 31/05/2005 02:00:10
Traffic exhaust, smoky rooms and paint fumes - never nice. But in pregnancy, what's safe, and what can you do about dangerous toxins in the air?
, not just in another room. It's good practice for them, as the problem could be even more dangerous for a new baby than it is for you when you are pregnant.Don't worry about times when you are waiting at a bus stop and someone is smoking. Unpleasant
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Pregnancy hair care
By ThinkBaby on 05/04/2006 13:11:25
How does pregnancy affect your hair and are dyes, perms and straighteners safe?
on regular treatments to keep their hair looking good will have legitimate safety concerns for their pregnancy, so read on.Is it safe to dye, perm or (chemically) straighten hair when pregnant?Doctors used to always recommend that you wait until after
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Pregnancy Beauty: Hair
By ThinkBaby on 06/12/2008 08:57:30
Hair can get dried out or very lush during pregnancy, but how can you care for it safely? And are hair dyes completely out?
on regular treatments to keep their hair looking good will have legitimate safety concerns for their pregnancy, so read on.Is it safe to dye, perm or (chemically) straighten hair when pregnant?Doctors used to always recommend that you wait until after
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Five easy ways to boost energy in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 17/08/2009 01:13:01
Making another human being can put quite a strain on the system so here are some simple pick-me-ups to help keep you going and maybe even put a spring in your step
little lemon juice or herbal teas (one safe for use in pregnancy) if you prefer some flavour.5. Clear your mind Any anxieties you may have about the health of you and baby, your relationship, finances, how you'll cope as a mum, and your career progress
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Staying cool in pregnancy when it's hot
By ThinkBaby on 28/06/2009 01:43:28
How to stay safely and comfortably cool when the temperature rises, if you're pregnant.
most. You'll need to drink plenty of fluids to keep your body well hydrated - simple water is best, or iced fruit or herbal tea. At the very least you should be drinking 2 litres a day, 8 - 10 glasses, but in the heat you'll need to add another half
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Being a chilled-out Mama-to-be
By Maria Muennich on 02/07/2008 00:13:23
There are lots of sensible ways to stay cool and refreshed in the heat and plenty of fun ways that double up as a bit of mama-indulgence too, so dive in
're using a new scent then it's best to do a patch test on your skin first, particularly with sensitive pregnancy skin. And whatever's in your spritzer, do avoid getting it in your eyes when you use it.Ice, ice baby - Go and get that ice-cream or fruit
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