During pregnancy your immune system is depressed, so you're more likely to pick up non-pregnancy related bugs and germs. 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

yellow as the bruising heals. You can't make a bruise disappear, but you may be able to help it heal faster by using a cold-compress or ice pack, as above, and treating the area with witch hazel or arnica.When to go to the doctor If your toddler has a

Katy Morgan, 36, gave birth to a baby boy whose body had been drained of blood and who had no heartbeat. Sensationally doctors managed to save the little boy, who appeared to be stillborn, and he’s now a happy and healthy 15-month-old toddler. At 37

Whether you decide to breastfeed or bottlefeed is every mum’s personal choice, which is why Australian doctor Jennifer James has caused outrage after appealing for baby formula to be banned – in a bid to encourage mums to breastfeed.The pro

can. Check the wound for signs of infection each time you change the plaster and visit your doctor if the wound appears infected (see below). You can dispense with a plaster once the wound has scabbed over as the scab will keep it clean. Don't let

lined pee sticks to convince yourself that you are actually pregnant, your first port of call to set up your chain of antenatal care is your GP (General Practitioner), or family doctor. At your first visit your GP may want to do a test to confirm your

Mums-to-be have been advised to get any soreness in their throat checked out by a doctor after a rise in serious cases of throat infections.A report by The Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries (CMACE) has revealed a rise in cases of a usually

in any way. However, any medication taken during pregnancy should always be taken following your doctor's advice and, if you are pregnant, you will of course have no reason to continue with the pill for the time being.Are you sure you're pregnant?If you

Carrying with more than one baby is the single biggest health risk for a woman undergoing fertility treatment (or assisted conception). Because of this, doctors now try to avoid creating a situation where this is more likely to happen.Why is a

Doctor Who actress and former singer Billie Piper and her husband Laurence Fox have revealed that they have named their newborn son Eugene Pip Fox. Billie’s hubby Laurence, star of TV drama Lewis, revealed their second son’s new name on Twitter