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Yoga and Pilates during pregnancy

Yoga and Pilates during pregnancy can be beneficial, but you should be careful to avoid some positions. Find out how yoga and Pilates can help you here.

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Looking after your mental and physical wellbeing - video

Learn some simple tips on taking care of your mental and physical wellbeing during pregnancy and as new a parent.

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Positions for labour

There are a number of positions you can try when you are in labour to help ease pain and aid in opening your pelvis for a smoother birth.

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Pregnancy at week 23

By week 23, your baby is practising to breathe in the womb and you might be experiencing some incontinence.

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Stress and pregnancy

Stress is a normal response to major life changes but you can reduce pregnancy-related stress. Learn more about causes and strategies to help.

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Fear of childbirth

It’s normal for women to experience fear before they give birth — but there are things you can do to help manage this. Read this if you’re feeling distressed.

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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth - abdominal muscles

Find out how pregnancy can affect your abdominal muscles and why strengthening them during pregnancy and after birth is important.

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Physical activity and exercise for children

Here is advice about how much daily exercise your child needs for good health and fitness and how you can encourage your child to be more active.

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Dealing with hot weather during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnant women are more at risk of becoming overheated because of the physical and hormonal changes which occur during pregnancy.

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Headaches during pregnancy

Headaches are common at various stages of pregnancy. Find out what can help improve your symptoms, and when you should see your doctor.

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