Have you noticed that you have swollen ankles? If so, you don’t have anything to worry about, because swollen ankles are a perfectly normal and harmless, though uncomfortable pregnancy symptom that most pregnant women experience in their third trimester of pregnancy. You may also experience swelling in your hands, but you only need to worry […]
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Leg cramps
Leg cramps are one of those pesky pregnancy symptoms you wish didn’t exist, but which you will probably experience several times during your pregnancy. If you already suffer from leg crampsyou know that they are shooting pains in the calves of your legs caused by muscle spasms. Leg cramps usually first appear during your second […]
The basics of maternity wear: trousers
Picking the perfect maternity trousers can be a little bit more tricky, because we all know your waistline is expanding and that’s exactly where most trousers fit. Don’t worry though we’re here to help and you actually have a lot more options than you realise. As with all maternity clothes, cotton material is always best […]
Exercises to avoid when pregnant
It is important to exercise during pregnancy, however, there are some exercises that are too risky to do while you are pregnant. It is essential that you avoid them, even if you think you will be fine. They are not recommended, because they could cause trauma to your bump and increase your risk of miscarrying. […]
Exercise during pregnancy
Although you may not feel like exercising, there are a lot benefits to be gained from exercising and maintaining a healthy diet during your pregnancy. It will help you to regulate your weight throughout your 40 weeks of pregnancy and to relax, which is essential during pregnancy, especially when you are feeling uncomfortable, stressed and […]
Braxton Hicks or real labour?
Knowing whether you’re experiencing Braxton Hicks or in real labour can be very difficult, especially late in your pregnancy when your due date is approaching and the Braxton Hicks are getting stronger. Firstly, Braxton Hicks are infrequent and irregular while real contractions have more rhythm. If you’re in real labour, your contractions will gradually get […]
Am I pregnant with multiples?
Determining whether your pregnant with multiples is not easy, but with medical technology today it is a lot easier than before. Let’s put it this way, our mothers’ generation had a lot more surprises at birth than we do now! Most multiple births are not noticeable during the first trimester. This is because your body […]