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Diabetes in Pregnancy – will this affect me?

5 things to know about diabetes in pregnancy: Diabetes in pregnancy is common, up to 1 in 10 pregnancies will develop it. Some women are known to be at higher risk and will be offered a test, called a...

Folic Acid vs Natural folate

5 things to know about different types of folate supplement in pregnancy: Taking folic acid, or folate has been shown to prevent spina bifida in your baby You should take it before pregnancy, as soon...

Why does my baby need a vitamin k injection?

5 things to know about Vitamin K: Vitamin K is vital for a healthy blood clotting system Newborn babies can be born without enough Vitamin K for their blood to clot effectively. This puts babies at...

Paracetamol in pregnancy – is it safe?

5 Things to know about paracetamol and pregnancy: There has been a lot in the news recently about paracetamol, and that it might be associated with autism. The information we have at the moment is...

Should I be taking vitamin supplements in pregnancy and which ones?

7 things to know: Is it necessary to take multivitamins during pregnancy? There are some supplements which are important during pregnancy but for most people who eat a healthy diet, it is not...

Should I take iron supplements in pregnancy?

5 things to know: 1. You will be tested for anaemia at the beginning of pregnancy, then again at 28 weeks.  2. The baby uses up iron stores and also the blood dilutes slightly so some women can become...

Aspirin and pregnancy

My midwife has recommended for me to take aspirin, why? 6 things to know about aspirin:...
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