Headaches and dizziness in pregnancy: causes and warning signs
Headaches and dizziness are common in pregnancy and are often due to harmless causes. This article covers the causes, tips for relief and the warning…
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Discharge and bleeding in pregnancy: what is usual and when to call
More discharge in pregnancy is usual for most people, but its colour, smell and accompanying symptoms matter. Here is a calm overview of when light bl…
Skin changes in pregnancy: dark patches, stretch marks and itching
During pregnancy skin may darken, stretch marks may appear and itching may start. Most changes are harmless and fade after birth, but we also explain…
Tiredness and shortness of breath in pregnancy: what your body is telling you
Tiredness and mild breathlessness are very common in pregnancy, caused by hormones, rising blood volume and the growing uterus. Here is when rest is e…
Frequent urination and urinary tract infections in pregnancy: telling them apart
Going to the toilet more often is very usual in pregnancy, but a urinary tract infection needs treatment. Here are the signs, why it is taken seriousl…
Haemorrhoids and varicose veins in pregnancy: steps that relieve and prevent
Haemorrhoids and varicose veins are common in pregnancy because of increased blood volume and pressure from the uterus. Here are practical ways to eas…
Morning sickness and vomiting: why it happens and how to ease it
Nausea in pregnancy is very common and is usually strongest in the first three months. This article explains why it happens, practical ways to ease it…
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…
Heartburn and reflux in pregnancy: how to calm the burn
Heartburn is a very common, uncomfortable but usually harmless symptom, especially in the second and third trimesters. Here is why it happens, which e…
Swelling and oedema in pregnancy: what is usual and when to check
Mild swelling of the ankles and hands is common in the second half of pregnancy. This article covers the causes, ways to ease it and the signs of sudd…
Numb hands and carpal tunnel in pregnancy: wrist support and ways to ease it
Fluid retention in pregnancy can press on the nerve in the wrist, causing numbness, tingling and night pain. Here are wrist supports, daily adjustment…