Pregnancy can be a wonderful time, and a time when you can feel simply fantastic – hello pregnancy glow!There can be some downsides though; struggling to get comfy in bed, constantly needing to wee, back pain… Here’s a bit more info on some common pregnancy struggles, what you can do …
Gaining a gap in your abdominal muscles during pregnancy is completely normal, it is the way you body makes room for your growing baby. This gap is called a distension or a diastasis. 1. The stretching of your mid-line tissues is totally normal during pregnancy and its return to your …
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There are many benefits to exercise during pregnancy from helping you sleep better, managing weight gain and preparing for birth. Medical experts agree that all healthy pregnant women should aim for at least 30 minutes daily exercise to improve their well-being and benefit their baby. If you’re struggling to maintain …
Pregnancy is a delicate time for both your body and your baby. Sadly, there are certain foods that should be avoided for various reasons, the top 10 and reasons why are below: Pâté – high in potentially toxic Vitamin A and may contain Listeria Raw or partially cooked eggs 🥚 – risk …
S is for Strawberry Ah, the strawberry. Bright red, luscious fruit. Rich and romantic, truly delicious! Eating strawberries can make your teeth appear whiter (apparently!) In truth, there is no scientific evidence of this however, if you eat strawberries and your lips turn redder then voila! your teeth appear a …
P is for Pineapple Juicy, refreshing, delicious. The king of tropical fruits, it even comes with it’s own green spiky crown. 🍍 Fresh pineapple is the only known source of an enzyme called bromelain 🍍 Bromelain helps digest protein and has anti-inflammatory properties [PLEASE NOTE: Bromelain supplementation is NOT recommended …