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Gardening during pregnancy can be a great way to stay active whilst getting some of that much needed fresh air and sunshine. Oh, and of course, a colourful garden is a sure-fire way to cheer you up each day! But there are often concerns about gardening during pregnancy, stemming from stories about toxoplasmosis, harmful insecticides and the dangers of exercise whilst pregnant.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by all the pregnancy diet myths and rules that you hear about on the internet - just what can you eat during pregnancy?!
Since it's National Nutrition Month right now, we’ve decided to cut through the chaos with some simple information.
We’ve found that so many myths about pregnancy and beauty, and pregnancy and health, are misleading, that we thought we’d bust a few wide open.
When it comes to health in pregnancy, accuracy is vital, so let’s get these pregnancy health and beauty statements sorted into myth or fact.
In a recent poll we ran on Instagram, 70% of you told us that you’ve started thinking about your birthing playlist ideas. With scientific evidence that music in childbirth has a whole heap of health benefits, we think a birthing playlist should be a must for all mums-to-be.
There’s a mountain of evidence that the psychological and physiological changes women undergo during labour increase stress levels, which can have a negative effect on you and your baby.
If you’re wondering about the best pregnancy smoothies, then look no further. We have 10 simple recipes for you, all are pregnancy safe and will help keep you and baby healthy during the next few months. Whether you’re a smoothie newbie or have been around the blender block a few times, this list is exactly what you need to get the most out of all the glorious fruit and veg we are lucky enough to have access to in UK supermarkets and greengrocers.
Unless treatment is applied to prevent stretch marks from appearing, as many as 80% of pregnant women will experience them.
If you’re wondering when stretch marks start in pregnancy, this can be any time from when your bump starts to show.
So the best time to start on your stretch mark prevention routine is as soon as your tummy changes shape – usually around 3 months.
Chances are you’ve probably heard of babymoons. They’re a huge trend at the moment, and you might have seen them on social media or read about the pros and cons of a babymoon. Your friends may have even jetted off on a romantic babymoon getaway.
We know being pregnant at Christmas can be challenging. Alcohol is a no-no, some of your favourite foods are off the menu and tiredness makes those Christmas parties a struggle.
Airports across the country will be experiencing their busiest period this weekend. If you’ll be joining the mass exodus, whether on a holiday booked before you knew you were pregnant, or on a babymoon planned before you give birth, we’ve got the answers to all the most commonly asked questions about flying during pregnancy.