pregnancy

• 72% of UK adults have heard of ‘miscarriage’ (72%), but 28% are unfamiliar with the term
• Less than half (42%) say they would feel ‘very confident’ explaining what miscarriage means
• 71% have heard of stillbirths, but 29% do not know what this means
• Less than 1 in 10 people (9%) have heard of molar pregnancy, and less than half (43%) have heard of neonatal
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Vaccines offer the best protection against these dangerous viruses. For many years, the NHS has recommended that, if you are pregnant, you get vaccinated against flu to protect you and your baby from serious illness.

It is also recommended that you have...

• new government-backed law to offer pregnant women and new parents greater protection against redundancy
• new legal powers will help to counter workplace discrimination, particularly when new parents return to work

Pregnant women and new parents will receive...

First, we want to say ‘congratulations!’ if you’re reading this article. It’s more than likely you’re either expecting a baby or planning to have one soon, which is fantastic news. Welcoming a baby into the family – whether it’s your first, second, or fifth – is an extremely exciting, rewarding time, but we know it can be stressful, too.

Of course, you’ll want to ensure the nursery...

As the little human being in your belly grows, so does your bump. Naturally, the extra pounds you gain are essential during pregnancy, and they are only adding more beauty to your mum-to-be glow.

At this point, many mums start wondering if they should buy new maternity clothes, as some of their current items don’t fit them anymore. This can lead to concerns over budget and the impact...

Introducing a first of its kind, the original DforD Gown, a unique and thoughtfully designed garment for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and beyond. Made fairly in London using sustainably sourced linen the innovative gown is truly unlike anything else, offering mums-to-be maximum comfort and movement, while taking care of mother nature too!

Created by Midwife and Doula Dionne...

Introducing Midwife Pip, the practicing midwife dedicated to ensuring all expectant and new mums feel like superwomen during their journey into motherhood. Sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience, Midwife Pip proudly offers informative and engaging online courses that are accessible to all, alongside an abundance of...

• Defra launches UK-wide consultation on the Bread and Flour Regulations on the amount of folic acid to be added to flour
• Under the government’s proposals, pregnancies affected by neural tube defects could fall by more than a fifth
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It’s always important to lead a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly, especially when you’re pregnant. In fact, research shows that you should be taking part in at least 150 minutes of aerobic activity every week , which can be anything from walking to gardening.

However you decide to spend your time exercising, your pregnancy shouldn’t ever get in the way. Instead, try to take...

Bravado Designs Post-Nursing Collection Proudly Supports Mums Beyond Pregnancy and Nursing

With close to 30 years’ specialist experience, the lingerie experts at Bravado Designs, are delighted to offer mums the follow-on bras they have always been looking for thanks to the Post-Nursing collection. Coined as the first bra range dedicated to post-nursing, the comfy collection is a must...