bit overwhelming, but that’s where babyexpert.com can help!This week:10 simple steps you can take today to keep your baby safeAvoid pregnancy problems by being a fit mum-to-be.Plus, everything you need to know about your first trimester.

You’ve reached the final week of your first trimester and chances are that your bump is starting to show. Providing all is well with you and the baby, now’s the time you might want to announce your happy news!You have probably tried to avoid using

out cupboards and scrub floors. This nesting instinct is quite normal and may even be a sign that you’re about to go into labour. Just don’t overdo it and tire yourself out. Avoid heavy lifting and don’t go up ladders. Hire a TENS machine. What’s a

. Remove weeds from your lawn and keep grass cut low to prevent rodents or pests from making their home there. Avoid using toxic weed-killers that can pose a hazard to humans. Never leave a young child unsupervised near a water feature, even a paddling

).Wear loose clothing without a bra until swelling has reducedFind out ways to avoid mastitis here…Help your baby latch onto your breast properly. Read our step by step picture guide to breastfeeding

Alexander’s inside tips: Be realistic about how much you are going to use your stroller.Spend more money if you are going to use it every day, and less if it’s just for occasional use, like going on a holiday.For the comfort and safety of your child, avoid

back. The extra strain on the muscles and joints of the lower back area can cause back pain.Help your body - Bend your knees when picking anything up and avoid twisting.3. Your body can swell anywhereExtra fluid circulating can sometimes cause swelling

First trimester:Weight gain up to week 13 should be ideally no more than about 5lb (2.3kg). Mid to late pregnancy is when you really start to notice an increase, as your body lays down fat stores for breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid putting

Most pregnancies last until at least 37 weeks, but around 7% of babies arrive earlier.A premature delivery often can't be avoided so what signs should you be looking out for if you think your baby might be born prematurely?The following are all

Most pregnancies last until at least 37 weeks, but around 7% of babies arrive earlier.A premature delivery often can't be avoided so what signs should you be looking out for if you think your baby might be born prematurely?The following are all