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Pelvic Floor Exercises in Pregnancy
Sunday 5th February 2017
Your pelvic floor has an important role to play during pregnancy, birth and post-birth. A strong pelvic floor can support your baby and your bladder…
Pregnancy Exercises: Benefits, Facts & Stats
Saturday 4th February 2017
The benefits of exercise during pregnancy are well documented. Numerous studies demonstrate a positive effect on both an expectant mum's health and her baby's health - to the extent that women are now being encouraged to get Active for 2. Pregnancy exercise does much more than improve a mother's well-being - it can aid the development of your baby's heart and brain too. If you're struggling to find motivation, these facts about the benefits of pregnancy exercise may help get you started. For Mum Reduced incidence of lower back pain A 30% reduction in the risk of gestation diabetes Reduced likelihood of unplanned cesarean Lower incidence and reduced severity of depression Less pregnancy weight gain Lower risk of…
Exercising Safely During Pregnancy
Saturday 4th February 2017
Research shows that exercise in pregnancy can be incredibly beneficial to both you and your baby - yet information on what's safe and what's not can be confusing and outdated. Experts now agree that if your pregnancy is uncomplicated and your midwife…
26 Weeks Pregnant
Saturday 4th February 2017
In your 26th week of pregnancy, your baby is entering a stage of significant physical growth and brain development. Your balanced diet should include good sources of the long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCP) DHA to support this rapid brain development. Entering your third trimester in week 26 As you enter your third trimester in week 26, your baby measures around 23cm…
13 Weeks Pregnant
Saturday 4th February 2017
By the time you're 13 weeks pregnant, your baby is growing rapidly and is quite active, although their movement is still undetectable to you. Their reproductive organs are developed now and their liver and pancreas are beginning to function. Maintaining your healthy, balanced diet is essential, and this includes fibre to support healthy bowel function. Alive and kicking in week 13 Your 13th week of pregnancy marks the start of your second trimester. By now, your baby weighs roughly 25g (almost an ounce). They are already very active and will be stretching, kicking and turning - however, you won't feel any of this movement just yet. Inside your baby's body, their ovaries or testes have fully formed, and outside genitals…
8 Weeks Pregnant?
Friday 3rd February 2017
During week 8, your baby's facial features are becoming more defined. Less excitingly, morning sickness may be reaching its peak around now. We hope the following suggestions provide at least a little relief. When you can tolerate food, be sure to include some rich sources of zinc on your plate. Discover how this mineral supports your baby's cells and which foods are good sources. By the time you're 8 weeks pregnant, your baby is roughly 1.6cm long. At this stage, their newly formed jawbone gives more definition…
Food 'Does & Don'ts'
Friday 20th January 2017
During pregnancy it's important to pay special attention to your diet and avoid anything that may carry the risk of food poisoning. It's normal to experience changes in your eating habits during pregnancy. You may suddenly go off a favourite food or have the urge for something out of the ordinary. There…
Cravings
Friday 20th January 2017
Cravings are common during pregnancy, and can range from the stereotypical pickles to more unusual non-food substances. Learn about the possible causes of cravings and how to indulge them safely without affecting the supply of nutrients to your baby. Cravings in pregnancy Many mums-to-be…
A healthy pregnancy diet
Friday 20th January 2017
During pregnancy, your baby relies on you for their nutritional intake. Eating a well balanced diet will provide the wide range of nutrients they need for healthy development now, and help to set the stage for their health throughout life. Learn how to get a good balance from the different food groups, and what you can eat when pregnant…
