Pregnancy Week 11 – You’re Nearly There
You’re at Pregnancy Week 11 – so close to the end of the first trimester you can almost smell the second (and hopefully it’s not setting off your nausea). This week might still feel a bit like a waiting game. You’re past the shock (maybe), not quite at the glowing phase (probably), and very much […]
10 Weeks Pregnant – Double Digits, Double the Hormones
You’re 10 weeks pregnant, which means you’ve officially hit double digits, but also… possibly the height of the hormone storm. This week can be a bit of a mixed bag: one minute you’re crying at a dog food advert, the next you’re Googling “can I survive only eating plain pasta until I give birth?”. If […]
9 Weeks Pregnant – Baby’s the Size of a Grape and You’re… Exhausted
You’re 9 weeks pregnant, and it might be starting to feel a bit more real – even if you’re still keeping the secret (and surviving on crackers, naps and pure willpower). This is often one of the more intense stages of the first trimester. There’s a lot going on inside, but you might still look […]
8 Weeks Pregnant – Feeling It Yet?
At 8 weeks pregnant, your baby is still tiny — but your body might feel anything but at 8 weeks pregnant. Whether you’re thriving, nauseous, overwhelmed, or all three before breakfast, you’re right on track at 8 weeks pregnant. This week often comes with big feelings, big hormones, and very little energy. And that’s okay. Here’s […]
7 Weeks Pregnant – Still a Secret, Still a Full-Time Job
Your Baby at Week 7 of Pregnancy: When you are 7 weeks pregnant, many exciting developments are happening. At 7 weeks pregnant, you might still be keeping things quiet — but your body is doing anything but. This is the week where pregnancy can feel like a full-body takeover. Even if you’re not showing yet, everything inside you […]
6 Weeks Pregnant – The Hormone Surge Is Real
You’re 6 weeks pregnant, and even if no one else knows it yet, your body absolutely does. This is the week when symptoms can really kick in — thanks to your hormones going full throttle behind the scenes. You might be exhausted, queasy, emotional, or all three at once, but we promise it’s all very […]
Pregnancy Week 5 – Growing, Growing, Growing!
How big is my baby at Week 5 of Pregnancy? If you are 5 weeks pregnant, you might be curious about the size of your growing baby. At 5 weeks pregnant, you might not even know you’re expecting yet—but your baby is already hard at work developing. Your baby is now around 5mm long, about the […]
4 Weeks Pregnant: What’s Happening, Early Signs & What to Do Next
If you’re 4 weeks pregnant, you might just be finding out. Whether you’ve taken a test or you’re waiting to see what happens next, week 4 is where things quietly begin — and your body starts making big moves behind the scenes. Let’s talk about what’s happening inside your body — and what you might be […]
Diet in Pregnancy
Raw Or Undercooked Meats Keeping You Healthy Eating raw meats carries a risk of you getting toxoplasmosis which, although rare, can cause damage to your baby. Considering your diet in pregnancy is crucial, toxoplasmosis can be present without symptoms – speak to your doctor if you think you are at risk. Just to add to […]
Pre-eclampsia in Pregnancy
Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy related condition that usually occurs in the second half of pregnancy. It can prompt symptoms such as headaches, swelling, visual disturbances and pain under the rib cage or shoulder. Symptoms of pre-eclampsia Early signs of pre-eclampsia to look out for during pregnancy include having high blood pressure […]
