You might be keen to get rid of some of your baby weight after the birth, but to begin with, walking will have to do, until your midwife gives you the green light to increase your efforts.

Most bacteria and viruses will not harm your baby. But unfortunately there are some exceptions.

A lot of pregnant women experience back pain and pain in the pelvis. Here are some things you can do to ease the pain.

First of all, to prevent cot death, put your baby down to sleep on their back. And never smoke around your baby.

There is actually only one rule when it comes to buying maternity clothes: Wait, until you really need some.

Time passes slowly when you're waiting to start labour, and even more slowly if you're overdue. But a scheduled induction can feel like both a blessing and a disappointment.

It's not very common for babies to be born prematurely. But if they are, a premature baby gets the very best care and has very good prospects for the future.

You don't have to stop travelling when you're pregnant. You can travel and even fly right up until week 36, as long as you're feeling OK.

For many women, one of the first signs of pregnancy is a feeling of sickness in the pit of their stomach. No, it's not dread or fear (usually!); it's morning sickness! Not pleasant, but here are some things that might help.

Breastfeeding is the only thing you can't do. But you're still nearly as important as your partner in the breastfeeding process. That's because help and support are the key to successful breastfeeding.

Many medications can affect your baby so always consult with your doctor before starting or continuing any medication during pregnancy.

Your LMC will be a really important person in your life over the next few months. He/She is the one responsible for monitoring your health, answering all your questions and being your sounding board.