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When you’re six months pregnant, your baby measures about 22cm from head to tailbone, weighs 700g, and is considered viable, meaning he/she could theoretically survive outside...

During your pregnancy your doctor may offer you an amniocentesis. What is it? Does it indicate abnormalities for the baby? Here's what you need to know. What is it?Amniocentesis...

Two bundles of joy means more organisation! Here's everything you need to know about being pregnant with twins to help you prepare for the birth. When do you find out?Twin pregnancies...

It's estimated around 1 in 90 pregnancies in the UK develop into ectopic pregnancies - that's approximately 10,700 a year. And whilst fatalities from ectopic pregnancies are rare...

Expecting a baby? Then it’s important to know your maternity rights. They can be a little complicated so here are some basics to get you started. How long?52 weeks are available...

You’ve received the good news, you’ve told your friends and family, and now you have to inform your employer to make sure that your rights are protected. It’s entirely up to when...

Unless you have a high-risk pregnancy there's no reason why holidays are out of the question, but bear in mind the restrictions your condition imposes on your travels when you...

We all know that tobacco is a health risk to smokers, but what about the dangers for unborn babies? Read up on the harmful effects of smoking, plus advice to help you quit. Only...

Read up on how an ultrasound scan is performed and when you should have one. An ultrasound scan uses high frequency sound waves to create a screen image of your womb and surrounding...

You now know that you’re pregnant and have had all the necessary tests. Here's what to expect in the second month of pregnancy. Number 1 priority: book an appointment with your...

After the nausea and the vomiting, you’re now faced with ongoing change. Fortunately, the unpleasant little troubles of the first three months disappear gradually. Number 1 priority...

You're into the fourth month of your pregnancy. At this time, a lot of mums-to-be find that they’re getting bigger and rounder and it’s not unusual to hear them crying out: “Baby's...

You have a few of the initial signs of pregnancy but you’re not starting to show yet. During this first month, a lot of changes will take place and you’ll need to pay attention...

A frequent phenomenon that affects 15 to 20% of women, a miscarriage is a painful experience. What are the signs and causes? Can it be avoided, and how do you bounce back after...

To ease yourself into motherhood, prepare everything you'll need for yourself and your baby a month before you're due to give birth. Plan in advance for the birthEquip yourself...

The various types of pregnancy tests are reliable ways of finding out if you are pregnant if your period is a few days late, or even a few days before your period is due. What...