Delicious seeded yoghurt pots

Yogurt is an important part of a healthy diet whilst you are pregnant, as it contains protein, calcium and other nutrients your baby needs. This recipe serves one, so simply double for two, triple for three etc. Ingredients 3 tablespoons of yogurt 2 tablespoons of mixed seeds 1 tablespoon of mixed …

Managing Oedema, fluid retention, in pregnancy with a healthy diet

Oedema is retained fluid that causes swelling, particularly in your hands and ankles, during pregnancy. There are a number of things which contribute to this, including mineral deficiencies, too much sugar and salt in your diet and by your hormone levels changing. Luckily, there are lots of things you can …

Why choose pregnancy-focused exercise classes?

There are a number of effective antenatal exercise programmes that are low impact and will cause no major stress to your joints and muscles - and they offer numerous physical and emotional benefits. Yoga or Pilates Opens the pelvis to enable a (hopefully!) shorter and more active labour Increases strength and …

Managing insomnia in pregnancy

Unfortunately with a growing bump, back aches, leg cramps, baby worries and frequent visits to the bathroom, it's common to struggle for a good nights sleep when you're pregnant. Β But we have a few tips that should help you manage insomnia in pregnancy and sleep more soundly! Eat tryptophan-rich foodsΒ before bed Have …

Delicious, fresh pregnancy mocktails

When you are pregnant, alcohol is high on list of things to avoid as it's not great for your baby's development. But that doesn't mean you have to drink water and boring soft drinks for your entire pregnancy! Instead try one of our yummy pregnancy mocktails - the same great …