What is morning sickness? And how do you avoid it?

Scientists have long debated what causes morning sickness, and with up to 80 per cent of pregnant women suffering some symptoms it’s worth knowing what you can do about it. For most pregnant women morning sickness is like a brief gaunt on The Good Ship Lollipop, queasy, unsettling, but transient in nature. As for myself, […]

‘I feared for my unborn child’s life’ -my hyperemesis gravidarum story

“So every time a celebrity is pregnant and suffering Hyperemesis Gravidarum the media keeps calling it extreme morning sickness! I want people to get their facts straight, it’s so much more serious than people realise! For me, Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is physically being unable to eat and drink. It’s losing so much weight and having no energy […]

How to care for your teeth while pregnant

Pregnancy affects your body, your hair and your mood—so why not your teeth too! There are a number of dental issues you may face while pregnant. And, when your gums are bleeding or you gag every time you see a toothbrush, it isn’t always easy to care for your teeth. But it is important to […]

Acupuncture during pregnancy

Acupuncture in pregnancy. Using acupuncture and chinese medicine to ease pregnancy complaints and complications including turning a breech baby and morning

11 morning sickness remedies

Pregnant and suffering from mild morning sickness? Here are 11 morning sickness remedies that might help you feel better.