Pregnancy conditions explained: Gestational diabetes

What is gestational diabetes?  Gestational diabetes (GD) is diabetes that develops during pregnancy. It means that you have high sugar levels in your bloodstream. Whilst it can occur at any time, it usually develops during the second or third trimester. Our bodies use glucose or sugar for energy. If we eat more …

How to make the most out of your antenatal classes

So you've chosen your class, paid your cash and are about to head to your first session with a mixture of excitement and trepidation...or maybe you're being dragged along by your partner? However you are feeling today, we want you to leave the classes having learned loads, laughed a lot …