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Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of great wonder for mother as the fetus grows and develops and their body undergoes a series of changes to adapt to the needs of their baby.

Naturally, mothers are fascinated by all this and deeply interested in understanding what is happening and how she might do the best for her new baby by practicing sensible nutrition. Their Healthcare Professional is often the first person they turn to provide information and reassurance they can trust.

In this section you will find articles to help you provide this support with articles covering the health and well-being of both mother and baby.



Giving Baby the Healthiest Possible Start
As a midwife, you play a critical role in preparing mum for the birth and giving the baby the best possible start in life. Nutrition of the mother and developing foetus is a key part of this preparation. This is more important than ever when viewed in the ...
Experiences of delivery and early parenthood
What choices, expectations and needs do first-time parents have? Do they fit with maternity services and parenting support? This article reports new mums' experiences and indicates where healthcare professionals provide excellent care. The Government has pledged ...
Maternal obesity and breastfeeding success
A 2004 study suggested that being overweight or obese may affect a mother’s ability to initiate breastfeeding1. Maternal weight has always been an important factor for a new mother’s general health, but research has indicated that obesity may also ...