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I have an ovarian cyst. Will it affect my pregnancy and labour?
By Babyexpert.com on 02/07/2007 16:14:00
At my 12-week scan, I found out I have a cyst connected to my ovary. It grew bigger by my 20-week scan and is still growing at 22 weeks. What does this mean for my pregnancy and labour?

Obstetrician Leonie:Ovarian cysts are often seen in early scans and are usually simple cysts. Most disappear by 20 weeks, though not in your case. They're not cancerous, but can be a problem if they grow big or cause symptoms. Your doctor will try

My nipples keep leaking
By Babyexpert.com on 13/04/2006 15:08:00
Q I’m only 20 weeks pregnant but I’ve already started leaking. I thought that the milk wouldn’t appear until after the baby’s born. Is this normal?

Midwife Nikki replies: Yes, this is normal. Pregnancy hormones make your breasts swell and become tender and tingly early in pregnancy. Yellow ‘colostrum'-your baby's first milk-may start to leak as early as 12 weeks, although everyone's different

Will my baby be okay?
By Babyexpert.com on 13/04/2006 14:52:00
Q I’ve just had my 20-week anomaly scan and have been told my baby has a dilated renal pelvis. Although I’ve been reassured this condition will probably correct itself, I’m worried.

's bladder grow, the urine will flow more easily, so when your baby is re-scanned at 34 weeks the kidneys may be normal.If the scan reveals there is still some increased fluid, your baby will need another scan after birth and may be given antibiotics

I've had two miscarriages and am pregnant again. How can I relax and enjoy the pregnancy?
By Babyexpert.com on 05/06/2007 16:32:00
Q: I've had two miscarriages and am now 20 weeks pregnant with my third baby. Even though things are going well, I can't seem to relax and accept that this pregnancy will work out fine. Can you help?

Therapist Lesley Steyn replies: Miscarriages are common in early pregnancy and yet they leaves feelings of shock and guilt. It's natural to wonder if you did something wrong - even if rationally you know that you're not responsible. Although you

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