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Pregnancy

Week-by-week pregnancy guidance, symptoms, scans, nutrition, birth preparation and postnatal recovery, written in plain language and checked against national health guidance.

Pregnancy

Stretch Marks: Myths vs Facts

They form when skin stretches faster than collagen can adapt, and genetics is the biggest factor. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for expectant parents.

· 5 min read

Pregnancy

Colostrum Harvesting: Myths vs Facts

Expressing small amounts of colostrum from around 36 weeks can help if diabetes or a planned caesarean is in the picture. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for…

· 5 min read

Pregnancy

Group B Strep: Myths vs Facts

This common bacterium is harmless to adults but can be passed to a baby during birth. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for expectant parents.

· 5 min read

Pregnancy

Cholestasis of Pregnancy: Myths vs Facts

Intense itching, especially of palms and soles without a rash, can indicate a liver condition needing monitoring. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for expectant parents.

· 5 min read

Pregnancy

Baby Kicks Counting: Myths vs Facts

Patterns usually settle by week 28 and continue right up to labour. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for expectant parents.

· 5 min read