Hormonal changes during pregnancy can make your hair thicker or thinner. Learn about these changes and whether you can dye hair while pregnant.

Contraception is the use of hormones, devices or surgery to prevent a woman from becoming pregnant. It allows couples to choose if and when they want to have a baby.

Changes in the levels of female hormones during pregnancy increase your chances of developing thrush and make it more likely to keep coming back.

During week 11, you might have your first ultrasound and see your baby for the first time.

Almost all women have more vaginal discharge in pregnancy as it helps prevent any infections travelling up from the vagina to the womb.

Breastfeeding mothers don't need a special diet. But small amounts of what you eat can enter your breast milk, so knowing what's safe is important.

The vulva is the external part of the female genitalia. Learn more about its anatomy and role during pregnancy and labour.

Nosebleeds during pregnancy are common. Generally, there's no need to worry and you should be able to treat a bleeding nose yourself at home.

Melasma refers to brown patches that can appear on your skin, often appearing on the on your face. It's common in pregnancy, usually in the second or third trimester.

There are no rules about when to start having sex again after you’ve given birth. Don’t rush into it. If sex hurts, it won’t be pleasurable.