During Pregnancy

The information provided on these pages is intended for patients already under the care of the Healthy Family Team.

 

Eating well for a healthy pregnancy - A practical guide

With so much information available advising people what to eat, it can be difficult to work out what eating well really means.

 

Getting a coronavirus vaccine during pregnancy, breastfeeding or when trying to conceive

You can get vaccinated against COVID-19 if you're aged 16 or over and:

• you're pregnant or think you might be
• you're breastfeeding
• you're trying for a baby or might get pregnant in the future

 

Mental health in pregnancy (Royal College of Psychiatrists)

• Mental health problems in pregnancy
• How to stay well during pregnancy and after the birth of your baby.
• How to decide whether or not to take medication in pregnancy.
• What help and support there is if you are pregnant and have a mental health problem.

 

Kicks Count

Use the Kicks Count app to keep track of your baby's movements in the womb and look out for any changes.

 

Pregnancy Bump: Getting out of a chair (Best Beginnings)

As your bump gets bigger, you might find it more difficult to get out of a chair. Physiotherapist Clare gives a group of pregnant women some tips on how to do it easily and safely.

 

The Birth Hour: Podcast and Web

The Birth Hour helps pregnant women/parents achieve an empowering birth experience through sharing authentic birth stories so you are informed going into pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

 

What should I pack in my hospital bag? (Pregnancy) (NHS)

Midwife Miriam Martin goes through the essentials you should pack in your hospital bag which you should bring along for the birth of you baby. 

 

Your tummy muscles (Best Beginnings)

When you're pregnant, your tummy muscles are stretched as your baby grows. Physiotherapist Clare shows a group of pregnant women some simple exercises to look after their tummy muscles.