Pregnancy & Birth

Old Wives Tales

From the conception of her baby to its birth, every pregnant woman is bombarded by a variety of old wives tales. There is a tale for every stage of pregnancy and it is impossible for pregnant women to escape the myriad pieces of advice and predictions relating to their unborn children. But are pregnant women being led up the garden path or do these tales actually have any scientific worth? To…
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Britain’s going Baby Bonkers: sales of pregnancy tests are up by 300%!

Sales figures on pregnancy aids indicate that recreation has turned to procreation as the nation is inspired by a raft of celebrity pregnancies both sides of the pond. This January 2013 sales of ovulation tastes are up by 90% indicating people are enjoying a cosy night in with a loved one, supported by a sales rise in pregnancy tests by 300% and fertility supplements by 34%, it looks like…
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Cord Blood Collection – a frozen asset for your baby and your family

As parents we have many decisions to make as our children grow, but one of the most important needs to be made before they are even born. It’s the decision as to whether to collect your baby’s stem cells from their umbilical cord or allow them to be thrown away. The latter is unfortunately common practice here in the U.K. Stem cells are the body’s building blocks for life. Their job is to…
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Shhhh...it's the H word...

Unless you’re like my friend (what shall we call for the purposes of this blog?), Claire – who not only lost weight whilst pregnant, but turned into the most radiant person in the room and has keep the aura even 1 year on – you’ll have encountered at least one or two health & beauty issues whilst carrying your little one(s) or in the months soon after. The general consensus…
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The Prenatal Classroom

Most expectant mums have a multitude of questions as they prepare for their new arrival. Who better to ask for advice and support than a fully qualified and experienced doctor, who is also a mum, and who above all has the time to listen to your concerns and worries? That is exactly what The Prenatal Classroom was set up to offer. Through group or private lessons we aim to equip expectant parents…
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UK MUMS ASKED: WHAT WEREN’T YOU EXPECTING WHEN YOU WERE EXPECTING?

Jennifer Lopez and Spice Girl Melanie C, along with over 200 UK mothers, reveal what they weren’t expecting when they were expecting… In a nationwide survey undertaken by OnePoll to celebrate the DVD and Blu-ray release of the comedy film about impending parenthood What To Expect When You’re Expecting on the 22nd October 2012 45% of mothers admitted that something happened to them…
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Good births - just good luck?

Natalie Meddings, doula and active birth teacher is founder of the tellmeagoodbirthstory network and currently writing a book about the fear of childbirth. In 1953, less than one woman in ten needed assistance in birth. That meant a huge and certain 90 per cent of women gave birth to their babies without surgery, without instruments, and without pharmacological pain relief. Today over half of…
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Fertility Testing made easy for women!

New Brand of Fertility Test, Maybe BabyTM Ovulation Tester, that’s 98% Accurate was recently launched in the UK. Its lipstick size means that you can basically carry it around with you and use it at any time. This ovulation kit is very easy to test: It’s none invasive as all it requires is a simple saliva test. To use the device, all users need to do is remove the microscopic lens and place…
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Maternity Swishing Guide by celebrity mumpreneur Jenni Falconer

If you are thinking of holding your very own Maternity Swishing Party, check these tips. It is so simple to do and a great excuse to get together with your friends and family before your little one arrives, or simply when your wardrobes are bursting to the seams with unused baby clothes & maternity wear! Here is a message from Jenni Falconer, who recently invited us to her first Swishing…
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Who are the hottest 'daddies' in town? Vote for your favourite male star!

The new movie What To Expect When You’re Expecting released in the UK on 25 May 2012 has an amazing male cast of male actors starring as the ‘daddies’: Rodrigo Santoro, Matthew Morrison, Chace Crawford and Dennis Quaid. Vote here for your favourite! Matthew Morrison (Most known for his role as Glee‘s teacher) Rodrigo Santoro Chace Crawford Dennis Quaid Or is your…
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