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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…
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…
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be incredibly beneficial to both you and your baby – yet information on what’s safe and what’s not can be confusing and outdated.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 approves, you can continue to exercise, take up something new and get Active for 2. Is it safe to exercise in pregnancy? In the past, mums have been encouraged to put their feet up and take it easy. Much to the frustration of healthy expectant women, pregnancy can often be treated as an illness – one…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 experience strong cravings for particular foods when pregnant. These cravings can be caused by fluctuating pregnancy hormones, or your body could be prompting you to eat more of a vitamin or nutrient that you’re lacking. If you’re craving salty olives, for example, it might be that your body wants you to up your sodium intake. Even if you’ve never had an appetite for beetroot or lemon slices before, you may have an insatiable hunger for them…
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…
