Pregnancy & birth
Probiotics for mum and baby
You’ve heard of probiotics, right? Jessica Giljam-Brown explains why they’re good for mums and their babies. The “father of medicine”, Hippocrates, stated ...
Body benefits for you and your baby
While you should always follow the advice of your LMC about what is safe to take during pregnancy, here is ...
8 ways to get better sleep when you’re pregnant…
It’s a truth universally acknowledged that being a mum equals sudden sleeplessness. So how come you’re getting no sleep and ...
What to do (and not do) during labour
This one’s for your brith companion- anyone you’re planning to have in the delivery room while you’re in labour needs ...
Midwife matters
Pregnancy is a journey, and a midwife is your trusted guide and companion. But choosing a midwife isn’t simply a matter of ...
Feeling the burn
Acid reflux, heartburn, or indigestion: No matter what you call it, the burning sensation in the middle of your chest ...
Daddy Duty
It’s usually mums who take the most time off when a newborn arrives – but dads should take parental leave, ...
The Skin you’re in: 7 pregnancy skin conditions
While many women bloom during pregnancy, quite literally glowing with vitality and good health, others are not as fortunate. Acne, ...
Dream a little Dream
Are crazy dreams interrupting your sleep? Many mums-to-be experience fascinating, frightening, and just plain freaky dreams during pregnancy. But what ...
you and gestational diabetes
If you’re pregnant, you may be at risk of developing gestational diabetes. Here’s what you need to know. Insulin is ...
the misery of miscarriage
“I am one in four who misses their baby every single day, forever.” In her moving letter to Tots to ...
Before the new arrival
It’s fairly common for older siblings to feel slightly jealous, resentful or even angry at the arrival of a new ...