When a pregnancy begins, a whole mechanism is set in motion, including tests, check-ups, analyses and plenty of monitoring to make sure that both mum and baby remain physically healthy throughout this special period. But we mustn’t forget the mother’s emotional care during this important process of change. Antenatal classes... Ver artículo
One in four pregnant women may suffer from constipation. This is not a negligible figure bearing in mind that, as well as being a very troublesome complication, it can lead to more serious problems after the birth, such as haemorrhoids. Constipation is therefore a common problem in pregnancy, but one that... Ver artículo
When we talk about contractions, a woman automatically thinks about the contractions that bring about labour. But throughout the pregnancy we can have different types of contractions. They are totally normal and every pregnant woman may feel them throughout the nine months of their pregnancy. The uterus is made up... Ver artículo
Gestational diabetes is a specific type of diabetes that only develops during pregnancy. Between 2 and 10% of pregnant women get it. The exact cause is unknown, but hormones are produced during pregnancy that can block the work of insulin, thus raising blood glucose levels. There are certain factors that... Ver artículo
For those last few days before you meet your baby, we want to give you a few tips to bear in mind before you go to hospital. The dilation stage will start at home and the first contractions, which are less painful, will occur at regular intervals. They’ll gradually get... Ver artículo
Doing exercise or physical activity during pregnancy is highly recommendable for expectant mums. Keeping fit will not only help with the many physical changes that all pregnant women experience, it will also be very beneficial for labour. Exercising in the water is a great choice when your belly starts to... Ver artículo