Heart palpitations in pregnancy: why is your heart racing?
Feeling your heart beat fast or hard is common in pregnancy. This article explains the effect of rising blood volume, how to check your pulse, ways to…
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Hot flushes and sweating in pregnancy: ways to cool down
Feeling hotter than usual and waking up sweaty are common in pregnancy. This article explains the reasons, practical ways to cool down, keeping fluids…
Hair and nail changes in pregnancy: thicker hair, brittle nails, shedding
In pregnancy your hair may look fuller and your nails may grow fast or break easily. Shedding after birth is common too. This article covers what can…
Leaking urine in pregnancy: why it happens and how to tell it from waters breaking
Leaking a little urine when you sneeze, cough or laugh is common in pregnancy. This article explains why, what helps day to day, and how to tell urine…
Colds and sore throats in pregnancy: ways to feel better at home
Because immunity changes in pregnancy, colds and sore throats may be felt more often. This article covers what helps at home, why to ask your doctor b…
Morning sickness and vomiting: causes, 10 practical tips and when to get help
Nausea in pregnancy is very common and is usually strongest in the first three months. We explain the causes, a flexible daily eating plan, tips for w…
Pregnancy cravings and smell sensitivity: when you want (or can’t stand) something
Strong cravings and sudden dislike of familiar smells are common in pregnancy. This article explains what they are, how to cope with smell sensitivity…
Metallic taste and extra saliva in pregnancy: causes and what can help
A metallic taste or a mouth full of saliva is quite common in pregnancy. This article covers possible causes, mouth care, practical tips to ease the t…
Breast changes in pregnancy: tenderness, growth and choosing a bra
Breast tenderness is one of the first signs of pregnancy for many people. This article covers how breasts may change over the weeks, colostrum leaking…
Spotting in early pregnancy: what it can mean and when it is urgent
Light spotting in the first weeks is often harmless but can be frightening. This article calmly covers possible causes, the difference between spottin…
Groin pain and round ligament pain: what is usual and what needs checking
Brief, pulling pains in the lower belly and groin are common in the second trimester. This article explains round ligament pain, ways to ease it and w…
Cramps and leg pain in pregnancy: varicose veins and clot warning signs
Night-time leg cramps and heavy, tired legs are common in pregnancy. This article explains ways to ease them, what to know about varicose veins and th…