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COVID- 19 and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of great expectation and joy for most women and their families. But with the declaration of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, it’s understandable that some pregnant women will be feeling a little anxious about their health and that of their unborn or newborn baby. It is somewhat difficult to give definitive advice […] Read more
Recently obstetricians have become much more aware of the importance of mental health during pregnancy and after a baby comes into the world. Anxiety and depression affect at least one in five of the general population, however pregnancy is a time of particular physical and psychological stress for women. Apart from the physical and mental changes […] Read more
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Coping with Miscarriage
A miscarriage is the loss of a baby before 20 weeks of pregnancy, it affects one in five pregnant women and if it occurs during a first pregnancy, it can be particularly devastating. While postnatal depression is something that has been highlighted in the media recently, the difficulties of coping with a miscarriage tend not to […] Read more
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Pregnancy & Weight
Why Your Weight Matters During Pregnancy and After Birth Most women who are overweight have a straightforward pregnancy and birth and deliver healthy babies. However being overweight does increase the risk of complications to both you and your baby. This information is about the extra care you will be offered during your pregnancy and how […] Read more
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Exercise and Pregnancy
Recreational Exercise and Pregnancy Key points Recreational exercise refers here to any kind of energetic (aerobic) exercise (such as swimming or running) and/or strength conditioning exercise. During pregnancy, aerobic and strength conditioning exercise is considered to be safe and beneficial. The aim of recreational exercise during pregnancy is to stay fit, rather than to reach […] Read more