A study has shown that fish oil taken during pregnancy could help mothers avoid passing on eczema to their babies.Cases of infant eczema were reduced by a third in the study conducted by the Women’s and Children’s Health Research Institute in North

.Avoid supplements containing fish liver oil during pregnancy because although they are rich in omega-3, they are also high in vitamin A, which canbe harmful to your unborn child. Columbus eggs from supermarkets are another source as the hens are fed a diet rich

2tbsp of oil in a small pan. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until soft. 2. Add the vinegar, tomatoes, sugar and parsley. Warm through for a few minutes, then remove from the heat and season to taste.3. Season the fish fillets

with omega-3, and flaxseed or walnut oil  are good veggie sources.'An algae-derived DHA supplement suitable for pregnancy is the best way for non-fish-eaters to get their quota,' advises Stewart.You can also buy eggs which have a high level of Omega 3 because

and sunflower oils are rich in omega-6 fatty acids. ‘Breastfeeding mums need to eat oily fish once or twice a week. However, don’t eat more than two tuna steaks or four medium-size cans of tuna because of concern about high mercury levels,’ advises Angie

.The pre-eclampsia risk also seems to be higher if you are low on Omega-3 fats, so small-sized oily fish (e.g. sardines) a couple of times a week and a daily tablespoon of flax oil may be of benefit.

, such as spinach.Oils and fats Some are great sources of essential fatty acids omega-3 and omega-06, vital for cell function, brain and eye development. Omega-6 fatty acids are found in many cooking oils. Omega-3 is found in oily fish like salmon and mackerel

. Pregnacare Plus, £13.25, contains the original Pregnacare tablet with 400mcg folic acid, plus a unique omega-3 capsule providing 300mg DHA, which is sourced from the purest pharmaceutical grade fish oil. Pregnacare Breast-feeding & New Mum, £15.25, contains

can help it - heat can strip your hair of natural oils, leaving it dry and brittleWait until your hair is healthy again before colouring - harsh chemicals can play havoc with already weakened hairSnack on dried fruit, cashew nuts, and pumpkin seeds

that omega-3 oils, found in oily fish such as salmon, trout, fresh tuna, herring, mackerel and sardines, had positive effects on babies’ sensory, cognitive and motor development. Try having sardines on toast for an easy, healthy snack – just right