Trimester 3
Meconium is feces produced by your baby whilst they’re in the womb. Meconium is composed of materials ingested by the baby whilst he is still in the uterus. Meconium is a sticky tar like substance and is usually a dark green colour. Normally, meconium will be stay in the baby until after birth. However, there […]
With the joyful news of pregnancy comes the daunting realisation that your body is going to drastically change. We’ve got a few pick-me-ups so these changes during pregnancy are less of a worry. Pregnancy brings lots of changes, not just to your body but your whole life and you have to be adaptable. However, […]
It’s important to try and maintain a healthy diet throughout pregnancy, although it’s not always that easy when you have pregnancy food cravings! If you’re lucky it might be something healthy, but your little one could be wanting food you’ve never even liked before. It can be very difficult to resist the sudden urge for food when […]
Pregnancy month 7: week 30 – week 33 What’s happening to your body in month 7? Your baby is putting on more weight and you will be too. There’s a lot less room in there now, and you might feel breathless as your baby presses on your diaphragm. What’s happening to your baby? As […]
Pregnancy month 8: week 34 – week 36 What’s happening to your body in month 8? Although your baby is still gaining weight, you’ll be happy to know that you’re unlikely to put on any more after week 35 or so. Because your baby has pushed your uterus right up under your ribs, you may […]
What’s happening to your body in month 9? You probably won’t be putting on any more weight, but the size of your baby now means you might be feeling pretty uncomfortable. At some point, your baby’s head may engage – drop down into your pelvis. You might feel a bit more comfortable if this happens […]
With so much advice about what you should and shouldn’t do when pregnant, it’s easy to get confused. So here are a few myths you can safely ignore: Pregnancy myth 1: You can’t eat seafood when you’re pregnant Salmon is particularly high in omega-3 fatty acids like DHA, which studies show have shown is […]
What exactly happens when you have a baby? Read our guide on what to expect when you go into labour. Stages of labour First stage: contractions will start and your cervix will begin to open gradually. This is called dilation Second stage: you’ll push your baby Third stage: you’ll deliver the placenta Stage […]
Curious about the gender of your baby? Have fun guessing with these old wives’ tales from around the world… Baby myth 1: It’s all in the stomach shape In Indonesia, it’s said that if your stomach sticks out, the baby is a boy. If it’s flat, then it’s a girl. There are lots of versions of […]
A lot of big changes happen to your skin when you are pregnant. Not all women experience these changes, every pregnancy is different but here are a few pregnancy skin changes to look out for and be aware of. Skin Changes in Trimester 1 One of the first signs of pregnancy can be your skin turning […]
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6 useful tips for tackling a fussy eater Concerned about your toddler’s eating habits? Here are some useful tips to get poor or fussy eaters to try to enjoy their meals Avoid confrontation at the table If they reject their dinner, just take the food away without saying anything. Forcing your toddler to eat is likely to have the opposite reaction. If your […]
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Toddler milestones: Independence It can be hard when your baby starts spending more time away from you. Equally, it can be worrying if your toddler won’t let you go. Here’s what to expect from this development stage. What happens when my toddler starts becoming independent? As your toddler grows, you’ll notice they want to do more things […]
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Baby milestones: sitting up Sitting up gives your baby a different view of the world. It’s a crucial stage in the journey to crawling and walking. When does sitting up happen? Your baby will be able to sit propped up or supported by cushions from birth. But he has to learn to be able to hold his head up […]
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New mums and sleep How much sleep is normal? And how can you get more? Find answers to common questions and get helpful tips. Is it normal to be tired? Yes. Sleep deprivation is common for mums worldwide. And dads can get tired with a new baby around too. Babies have no concept of night and day so they […]
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Menstruation after childbirth When should you expect your periods to start again after you’ve had a baby? What’s normal? And what’s not? We answer the questions all new mums have. When will I get my period again after I’ve had a baby? There’s no definite answer to this as it varies from woman to woman. It’s also affected […]
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