Heartburn, and indigestion are incredibly common side effects of pregnancy. It can start in the first trimester and can continue throughout the pregnancy. It’s not usually harmful but can be very un...
Category: Symptoms of pregnancy
Summer pregnancy tips: how to stay cool and comfortable
Summer can get hot and uncomfortable for many people, but when you’re pregnant it can be even worse. Keeping cool during your summer pregnancy is going to be a huge priority for you. These tips can ...
Seven signs of nesting
At some point during pregnancy, even though you may be tired and want to rest, you can experience a sudden need to tidy, clean and organise your home. This is what is known as ‘nesting’ and it’s...
Pregnancy brain – fact or fiction?
Many people will be familiar with the expressions ‘pregnancy brain’ or ‘baby brain’, whether they’re parents or not. So, what exactly does this mean and is there any truth behind it? ...
5 Ways Pregnancy Tires You Out—And How to Beat ‘Em
8 out of 10 women cite exhaustion as a major side effect of their pregnancy. Here’s why you struggle for sleep, and how to boost your energy levels when expecting. (more…)...
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction: Signs and Treatment
Symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), also referred to as pelvic girdle pain, is a common, although very uncomfortable, pregnancy-related condition. Here’s how to spot the signs. (more…)...
‘Baby Brain’ – is it all in mums’ heads?
It's official. Pregnant women and new mums can no longer rely on the ol' 'baby brain' excuse for poor memory. Apparently. Despite a significant amount of anecdotal evidence to the contrary, along with...
How to minimise pregnancy weight gain
A new study by Penn State College of Medicine in the US has revealed that a mum-to-be’s attitude during pregnancy has a direct correlation to the amount of weight she will gain. The research focuse...
The ten most unusual pregnancy cravings
Did you crave anything weird when you were pregnant? I didn’t have any cravings EXCEPT for sparkling water (pretty unexciting)… but I also hankered for the smell of acetone, petrol, permanent mar...
What is Pica in pregnancy? And what causes it?
If you haven’t heard of pica (I only stumbled across the term recently), it’s the term used to describe the intense craving for – and eating of – non-food items, such as soil, clay, laundry st...
