Today, the habit of vaping has become very popular, especially among youths. A big number of smokers have also switched to vaping now that it is considered to have fewer health impacts. Notably, mothers have joined the bandwagon to ‘enjoy’ the experience of vaping.
Eight hours of sleep is thought to be ‘compulsory’ for the health of both mother and baby. A pregnant woman gets easily uncomfortable in the third trimester when sleeping becomes elusive. A pregnancy pillow can help you cope with the discomfort of pregnancy.
The sun is shinning this week, which is lovely. Perhaps it’s making you think about having a cocktail or two, or a mocktail if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or just prefer something non-alcoholic.
Congratulations. You are about to have a baby, or the little one has already arrived. You are likely to feel overwhelmed with lots of different emotions, and you worry that you will forget to look closely at this special time. It is reasonable, therefore, to want to find a way to celebrate the birth of your child.
There’s no motherhood manual. Maybe you learn what you think you should do from watching others, from the way your were parented by your own mother, or other mother figure. Maybe you read books, or watch Supernanny even. I once knew someone who read Gina Ford and became an instant expert on all things baby – for about five minutes of motherhood.
Whether you’re hoping to get pregnant naturally or through fertility treatment, there are some important changes you can make to help improve your chances of conceiving and having a healthy child. It might be worth visiting your GP for a full check-up, including your sexual health. If you have any concerns or questions, you’ll be able to ask for some advice.
Whether you’re trying to get pregnant or just thinking about it, it’s never too early to quit smoking. Smoking has an impact on both the chances of you getting pregnant and the health of your baby once pregnant.
Body confidence – we hear this term a lot these days. It feels like the most recent new ‘revolution’ to break out throughout the world with many celebrities and influencers talking about it. So what about boob positivity?