in the first weeks of pregnancy, the first scan may be brought forward to between six and 10 weeks. But if there are no concerns, then the 'dating scan' should take place between 11 and 13 weeks. The timing can vary depending on the area you live in, so it

by you. The word ‘quick’ used to mean ‘alive’ – before scans existed, the movements of the baby felt by the mother were good signs that baby was well. First-time mums usually feel this fluttering, tapping or bubbling sensation around 18 to 20 weeks (or

recommend all pregnant women have a dating scan between 10-13 weeks, which works out how far along you are and estimates your due date. This is followed by an anomaly scan, between 18-20 weeks, which checks your baby is developing normally. While most women

and urine – and will calculate your due date. She will also take your medical history, and you may be offered a blood test. 10-14 weeks Dating/booking scan. This shows your baby’s heartbeat, checks your dates tally with your baby’s development, and lets

Midwife Nikki says...The scan done between 11 to 14 weeks is called a 'nuchal translucency scan' and measures the fluid in the skin at the back of your baby's neck (the nuchal fold), giving an indication of the risk of Down's Syndrome. The antenatal

Midwife Nikki Khan replies: This is a form of ultrasound that monitors the blood flow from the placenta to your baby. It helps doctors to check that the baby is getting enough nutrients and that your placenta is working effectively. It

any advice on how to feed my babies? Are there any midwives who specialise in supporting mothers of multiples breastfeeding? Ultrasound scans Your first ultrasound scan is likely to take place at 10-14 weeks. This will confirm the number of foetuses

Obstetrician Leonie says: You should be offered an antenatal check at about 36 weeks when your midwife will feel your tummy to check which way round your baby is.If it is breech - coming bottom first - they will usually arrnage a scan to confirm

and if they're identical.Triple or quadruple blood testWhen? 16-18 weeks.Why? To evaluate your baby's risk of conditions such as spina bifida and Down's syndrome. You'll be given a number such as 1 in 750. This means for every 750 pregnant women, one in your

. It sounds as if you have a shorter menstrual cycle and you should start testing on day 10. The signs of ovulations include an increase in cervical mucus which is often stringy. Your temperature will rise by 0.5 – 1% after ovulation. You may also have some