How to handle pregnancy during a global pandemic
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
3y ago
Look after yourself with this helpful guide Pregnancy marks one of the biggest changes in a person’s life, and while it is often a joyous occasion and experience, it can also bring a host of worries and uncertainty. A Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG) survey of over 2,300 women found that over two-thirds of women experienced low moods and around half experienced anxiety during pregnancy and within the first year after childbirth. With the added pressure of a global pandemic, handling these issues and knowing what to expect during and after pregnancy is likely to be har ..read more
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Pregnancy complications
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
4y ago
Hopefully you’re glowing yet sometimes you can get pregnancy niggles We take a look at some of the more common pregnancy niggles and also a few (thankfully rare) complications to be aware of. By Sally J. Hall Many women sail through pregnancy with few set-backs, though most of us are prone to the more common pregnancy niggles such as morning sickness and swollen ankles. However, with so many strains on your body and the sheer work involved with growing a tiny human, it’s no wonder that a few problems turn up. We discuss some of the most common pregnancy complications and show you how ..read more
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Little lifts for pregnancy
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
4y ago
Feeling a little tired or overwhelmed by your pregnancy? Here are some things to make you go ‘Oooo…” Sometimes you just need a little treat to make you feel great again. Here are some of our favourite pregnancy pick-me-ups. Eye Palette The eyes have it with this season’s colours. With a subtle shimmer, there are three shades to choose from so you can change your look each day from just one box. The cream-based formula glides onto skin and is crease-free. Polar Ice Eyeshadow Palette £90, Chantecaille Energy Bar If you need a bit of an energy boost, reach for a quick ..read more
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Fit for (new) life
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
4y ago
Keeping fit and active while pregnant is a must, so choose an activity you love – and keep going after the birth too! Experts agree that taking plenty of exercise during pregnancy helps you keep fit and healthy and it also boosts your mood. Whilst you shouldn’t suddenly start an extreme sport while you’re pregnant, you can do most forms of exercise (avoid impact sports though) with no need to change your fitness régime when you’re expecting. If you are currently taking exercise or thinking of doing so, why not look for an activity that you can carry on doing after your baby comes along ..read more
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Pregnancy immunisations
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
5y ago
What jabs should you have while you’re expecting? When you’re pregnant, you can’t take many over-the-counter or prescription medicines to avoid damaging your baby. But when there is a potentially infectious virus around, what’s the best advice? Should you have jabs or avoid them? Whooping cough Best time to have it: between 20 and 32 weeks Though you’re not at much risk of catching whooping cough (pertussis) yourself, your baby may be at risk in the first few weeks of life if you do not have the vaccine. Dr Ge Zhang (PhD, MRCOG, MSc, MBBS, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecol ..read more
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Olympian Amy Williams helps you keep in shape during pregnancy
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
5y ago
Amy gives her advice for pregnant mummies who want to exercise safely and effectively during pregnancy and offers some great tips for those problem areas too Former British Skeleton Racer and Olympic Gold Medallist Amy Williams is currently pregnant with her second child. She has continued her exercise programme throughout her pregnancy and has recently become a qualified PT. She has some great advice for those who want a fit and active pregnancy. “What you do or don’t do during pregnancy and early postpartum can affect your long term fitness and performance of your body. “A slo ..read more
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Ten ways to relax when pregnant
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
5y ago
With our fast-paced and stressful lives, we barely have time to think about our pregnancy but because the wellbeing of your unborn baby can be at risk from stress, here is a sensory toolkit to help you relax and de-stress by Angela Spencer of Babyopathy Essential Oils Essential oils are one of my favourite sensory tools; they can be used in diffusers, used in bath or beauty products and even inhaled direct from the bottle. I always recommend my mummies to keep a bottle of lemon essential oil in their bag, especially during the first trimester, that they can whip out and sniff st ..read more
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Five common post pregnancy health complaints
B Baby Magazine
by bbabyma1
5y ago
Some of the most common problems explained with help from The Private Clinic of Harley Street Becoming a new mother is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life but there is no denying that pregnancy and child birth can have some less than desirable side effects on woman’s body. Many women will often choose to suffer in silence because they feel embarrassed about talking about their symptoms. However, there is no reason for women to feel like this; these conditions are common and many of them can be easily treated. B asked the experts at The Private Clinic of Harley Street ..read more
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