Being diagnosed with postnatal depression (PND) can come as both a shock and a relief. You may feel shocked that you have depression but relieved to know why…
For many women, preconception nutrition is not considered unless they have a related health issue or are consciously planning for a healthy pregnancy. Once pregnant, focus is altered to planning for arrival of baby, so post-conception nutrition can be an afterthought, yet remains vitally important throughout pregnancy.
Exercising for the birth is vital to promote natural birth. There are exercises which can help pregnant mums to prepare for the birth. This article can be read…
This article explains about pregnancy preconception care and explains what you can do before conception to prepare and care for your baby.
Exercise in pregnancy is vital for a healthy pregnancy – here are some great tips for incorporating exercise into your daily routine in pregnancy.
Increased hormone levels of progesterone in pregnancy relax all the smooth muscles in your body. Between your stomach and your food pipe to your throat (oesophagus) you have…
Iron requirements increase in pregnancy due to the needs of the growing baby and the mother’s increased blood volume. Iron requirements are even higher in the third trimester,…
Calcium – an essential nutrient in pregnancy Calcium is important for bone strength. Generally, the calcium needs of the baby during pregnancy are met through the mother absorbing…
During pregnancy the altered hormone levels (increased progesterone) affects gut function and this can result in constipation for some people.
This article on nausea provides you with some really useful nutritional tips for nausea in pregnancy.
Folate is a B vitamin which women require in increased amounts during pregnancy – to assist with cell division in the baby. Low levels are associated with neural…