Pregnancy Symptoms: what to expect and how to cope

Periods and pregnancy – can you still get them, and get pregnant again?

While there are plenty of pregnancy symptoms that are uncomfortable, painful and even embarrassing, most women agree that a period-free nine months is a major pregnancy […]

46 unusual signs you might be pregnant

We’ve all heard of the tell-tale early pregnancy signs – sore boobs, a missed period, morning sickness. But what about the more unusual signs you might […]

What you need to know about thrush during pregnancy

One of the not so pleasant, but often unavoidable realities of pregnancy is vaginal thrush. It’s the itch that never seems to be relieved and […]

Pica: why your craving dirt and other bizarre non-food items

Lusting after strange food combos is pretty common in pregnancy. But a small group of us are itching to eat much more bizarre things when we’re […]

Hyperemesis gravidarum: when morning sickness turns serious

There’s morning sickness, and then there’s hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) – pregnancy illness so severe that it usually means a hospital stay. About one in one thousand […]

Baby brain – does it really exist?

Walked into the room and completely forgotten why? Or perhaps you found the car keys in the fridge again. It’s time to say hello to […]

10 pickle treats for mums craving pickles

Pickles and pregnancy often go hand in hand. The tangy flavour combined with the crunchy texture may be just what your body and your baby […]

9 foods that help with morning sickness

Blergh. You’re in the first trimester of pregnancy and want to be jumping for joy, except that you’re slouched in a cafe realising your ham and cheese […]

What’s that metallic taste in my mouth?

If you’re not already finding it difficult to keep your food down thanks to morning sickness, this pregnancy symptom might just tip you over the […]

Anemia in Pregnancy: The Essential Role of Iron

Feeling completely exhausted during early pregnancy is really common, and usually, comes with the territory of growing a little human. But sometimes, overwhelming tiredness is […]

pregnant woman feeling nauseous with morning sickness

How to survive morning sickness [guide]

Congratulations, you’re having a baby! Your breasts are swelling, your sense of smell is heightening and you’re about to make friends with another early pregnancy symptom […]