Keeping a varied diet during pregnancy means your baby will be more likely to embrace new foods.Research from French scientists shows that babies in the womb become better accustomed to the foods their mothers eat whilst pregnant.A group of mothers
Q: I'm 28 weeks pregnant, which is a miracle as I have a condition called vaginismus, where the muscles of the vagina go into spasm involuntarily. I can't be examined or have a smear, and become a wreck at the thought of it. I've asked
Midwife Nikki replies:These injections are called dexamethasone, a form of steroids given antenatally, 12 hours apart, if you're in premature labour and between 24 and 36 weeks pregnant. Premature labour may have occurred if your waters had broken
't worry too much though, as women who acquire genital herpes before they become pregnant have a lower risk of transmitting the virus to their babies. This is because they produce antibodies, which are then passed to the baby. Even if the lesions are active
Obstetrician Leonie says:Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a bacteria that some pregnant women carry, and which can cause potentially serious infections in their baby, which it picks up as it passes through the birth canal.Taking antibiotics
You’re 21 weeks pregnant!Feeling forgetful? Blame those hormones! Jot down dates and make lists so you don't forget anything. Use our interactive planning tools to help. Plus, everything you need to know about your second trimester.Your baby Your
You’re 22 weeks pregnant!You may now find your weight creeping up but your pregnancy hormones should be settling down, so your mood should level out. You'll be feeling happier and less weepy.Everything you need to know about the second trimester
You’re 23 weeks pregnant!You've reached Week 23 of your pregnancy. Your doctor or midwife will give you a MAT B1 certificate around this time. You will need it if you are claiming SMP or Maternity Allowance. Find out about your maternity rightshere
You’re 24 weeks pregnant!Make sure you're getting regular but gentle exercise - it will keep you fit and limber you up for the delivery.Everything you need to know about the second trimester.Your baby She weighs about 1lb and measures about 29cm
You’re 25 weeks pregnant!As your bump grows, you'll be feeling more tired, so take a rest whenever you can. Check out nursery equipment while you've still got the energy.Our product reviews channel is a good place to start looking for those
