Pregnancy and motherhood

The essentials from planning a pregnancy to the weeks after birth. The hard topics are covered here too, calmly and honestly.

• Planning a pregnancyA few simple steps before pregnancy help protect both your health and your baby's.3 min
• Early signs and first testsHow to spot a pregnancy, when to take a test and what to expect at the first visit.3 min
• What each trimester bringsA short outline of what to expect from your body and your appointments across the three stages.4 min · Plus
• Warning signs in pregnancyWhich signs in pregnancy need medical help straight away.3 min
• The weeks after birthWhat is normal for your body after birth and which signs need help.3 min
• Breastfeeding basics and problemsHow to get started, how to deal with common problems and when to ask for help.4 min
• Postnatal depressionPostnatal depression does not make you a bad mother, it is an illness that can be treated.3 min
• Miscarriage: what happens and how to copeA miscarriage is not your fault. This explains what happens, the treatment options and the feelings that can follow.4 min
• Trouble getting pregnant: when to get checkedWhen to see a doctor, which tests are done and what help is available.4 min · Plus