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Weight gain in pregnancy

As your baby grows, you will gain weight. How much you gain depends on your weight before pregnancy. Lean more about healthy weight gain in pregnancy.

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Losing weight safely after birth

It is important to make healthy choices when trying to lose weight after pregnancy. Learn more about exercise and healthy eating after giving birth.

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Body image after having a baby

Giving birth can affect your body in many ways, but here are ways to feel body confident and help your body recover after having a baby.

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Building positive body image in kids

It's important to teach kids to feel good about their bodies, as positive body image leads to greater self-esteem and a healthier outlook on life.

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Having a small baby

Most babies born with a lower birthweight than average are normal and healthy, but some may be affected by foetal growth restriction.

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Changes to your body during pregnancy

Pregnancy affects your body and can impact your mental health. Hormones play a role in many symptoms. Read about the changes and the help available.

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Pregnancy at week 9

Your baby is now the size of a peanut. You won't be showing just yet, but you may have put on a little weight.

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Pregnancy at week 15

By week 15, your baby may be able to respond to sound and light, while you are gaining weight and your skin and hair are changing.

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Pregnancy at week 27

Your baby is growing fast and probably quite active now. You'll also be gaining more weight and might even be getting some stretch marks.

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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth

From conception to giving birth, your body goes through many physical changes. Learn what happens to your body during pregnancy and labour.

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