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Study shows exercise during pregnancy reduces risks of gestational diabetes A new study has found that women who exercise throughout their pregnancy are less likely to develop gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes affects nearly one-fifth of pregnant women, but is most commonly developed by women classified as obese. Gestational diebetes is associated with an increased risk… The post Study shows exercise during pregnancy reduces risks of gestational diabetes appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

From the moment of conception pregnancy literally takes over your body and your mind at times! But it’s exciting, some of it amazing and some of it, not so good. One question you will find people ask you a lot is, ‘what cravings do you have?’ And like all things in pregnancy, they can start at… The post 10 of the weirdest pregnancy cravings appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

New parents are met with a complete obstruction of their life not that we would have it any other way, it’s just a bit of shock to the system! Worrying about every little thing is one of the biggest challenges to overcome, unfortunately, there are some things that can’t be solved no matter how much… The post 5 parenting problems that are unsolvable appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

Becoming a new parent is like your first day at the word’s most terrifying job, even if it is the best job in the world. There are fears and concerns that plague every new mum, but don’t worry we all had them and we all survived them. You’ll be trapped Once you cross the bridge… The post 6 common new mum fears appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

Do I really need a maternity bra? Everything you need to know. Many women report that they “knew” they were pregnant because their breasts felt heavy and more sensitive than usual. At around six weeks’ pregnant, you might notice them becoming bigger, as your breasts prepare to produce milk to feed your baby. If you’re… The post Do I really need a maternity bra? Everything you need to know. appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

5 ways to make your partner feel more involved in your pregnancy Being pregnant is a wonderful and exciting experience, however sometimes it’s not always as easy for your partner to connect with what you’re going through. It’s easy to dismiss him as a man who will never understand. Yet, if he’s not allowed to… The post 5 ways to make your partner feel more involved in your pregnancy appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

Natural remedies to help you cope with morning sickness Unfortunately, morning sickness is something that will most likely effect you if you are expecting. Although the causes are still not fully known, doctors’ have come to a theory that it is the body’s reaction to the pregnancy hormone hCG, which is produced mostly during the first… The post Natural remedies to help you cope with morning sickness appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

One glass of wine could stop a foetus breathing, says expert Even one glass of wine can stop the foetus moving and breathing in the womb for up to two hours, an expert has warned. Professor Hepper, who conducted the report, said even one glass of wine or small measure of spirits can influence the behaviour… The post One glass of wine could stop a foetus breathing, says expert appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more

4D scan of foetus of a mother who smoked up to 14 cigarettes a day (top) and foetus of a non-smoking mother (bottom) These 4D scans appear to show unborn babies grimace when their mother’s light up. Pregnant women have long been urged to give up smoking due to the huge affects it has on an… The post 4D scan shows unborn baby grimace when mum lights up appeared first on Maternity and Infant ..read more