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      Baby on board!

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      Baby on board!

      From the early stages of pregnancy to the joy of being a new mum, having a baby is an incredible experience that most mums describe as a rollercoaster of emotional and physical change.

      With all that’s going on it’s natural to have lots of questions about all sorts of things from the early stages through to labour.

      Whether you’re looking for advice on your baby’s development, birth plans, pre-natal exercise or eating well during pregnancy, this section includes everything you need for a smooth approach to the big day.

      Your pregnancy calendar week by week

      1st trimester

      2nd trimester

      3rd trimester

      Your guide to pregnancy, labour and birth

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      Pregnancy due date calculator

      Convinced your missed period was one of the early signs of pregnancy? Try our easy-to-use due date calculator to work out when your baby’s due.
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      Conception: Getting Pregnant

      Tips for conceiving a baby, including information about nutrition, ovulation and a guide to the early signs of pregnancy.
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      Good nutrition during pregnancy

      Making sure you eat a healthy diet is always important, but is especially vital when you are pregnant. Our articles offer tips & advice to help you eat well & feel great in pregnancy.
      Pregnancy exercise

      Common health concerns

      Get expert advice about health worries throughout all the stages of pregnancy, including morning sickness, pregnancy pains, spotting, sore breasts and tiredness.
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      Emotional wellbeing and relationships

      Advice about unexpected pregnancy blues, mood swings and how you can involve your partner in pregnancy.
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      Labour and birth

      We’ve got lots of advice to help you with every aspect of preparing for labour, from writing your birth plan and packing your hospital bag to recognising the first signs of labour and your pain relief options.

      Need some friendly advice or a bit of reassurance?

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      *Weaning is recommended at around 6 months. Please speak with a healthcare professional before introducing solid foods.

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      *Weaning is recommended at around 6 months. Please speak with a healthcare professional before introducing solid foods.

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