to pregnancy too! Only 5% of women actually give birth on predicted due dates, so it’s a good idea to have a hospital bag packed well in advance. If you’re driving to the hospital, don’t forget change for the car park. Learn how to use all your gadgets You

though, so if you're heavily pregnant or have trouble with stairs, ask for a lower floor room when you book. Pre-birth pampering

Researchers claim to have identified the cause of pregnancy condition pre-eclampsia, which could help pave the way to developoing a treatment to prevent it.Scientists suggest that giving hydrogen sulfide to pregnant women at risk of pre

rare, but harmful liver condition.Get your partner to give you a massage.Eat slowly, often and little to prevent digestive upset.Watch out for signs of pre-eclampsiaWarning signs that you’re heading for a premature birthSubscribe to Prima Baby

is not the only risk factor for Down's syndrome, women who get pregnant after the age of 35 are routinely offered antenatal screening for the condition.Pre-eclampsia (toxaemia of pregnancy)This is a serious condition that can arise after the 28th week of pregnancy

of this include pregnancy-induced diabetes and pre-eclampsia (itself a cause of at least 15% of all pre-term births) and obstetric cholestasis (liver disease characterised by extreme itching).Maternal medical conditions: Certain pre-existing medical conditions

:Examples of this include pregnancy-induced diabetes and pre-eclampsia (itself a cause of at least 15% of all pre-term births) and obstetric cholestasis (liver disease characterised by extreme itching).Maternal medical conditions:Certain pre-existing medical conditions

popular with young parents-to-be and what with ash clouds and airport delays, somewhere a little closer to home may be just the ticket to a pre-birth break you need.Loch Fyne

Having a baby is a life-changing experience – everything’s different, including your body! But you can regain your pre-baby shape with safe, sensible exercise. Start off gently and don’t overdo things. This five-step exercise plan is perfect

Midwife Nikki says:This is an amazingly common concern. After a vaginal delivery, some women feel as though they will never regain their pre-pregnancy tone and shape in this area.However, your vagina will gradually regain much of its former tone