Is it safe to fly in pregnancy? This is a common question we are asked as health care professionals. As we enter the summer period, you may have planned a trip abroad for a holiday or to visit family. The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG)...
Thinking ahead about your labour and being mentally prepared can help you feel more in control and less worried about the delivery. Antenatal classes are helpful for this and there are many different ones to choose from, from NCT to hypnobirthing. Reading pregnancy...
You can start packing your pregnancy bag whenever you want to. But it’s a good idea to have your bag ready at least two weeks ahead of your due date. You can use whichever of your bags that’ll do the job. You definitely don’t have to spend money on a special bag to...
What are the bloods taken by my Midwife at the booking appointment for? Once you have self-referred to your Midwife, you are usually contacted between 8 to 10 weeks with an appointment for your ‘Booking’. You may have bloods taken at this appointment or...
This is often something that couples can feel embarrassed to ask about, particularly with close friends or family. The good news is that sex in pregnancy is perfectly safe! The exception to this is if your doctor or midwife has advised you not to due to medical...
When you come for an ultrasound scan, you will be issued with a medical ultrasound report. Whether you are seen here in our lovely private service at Somerset Early Scans, or in the NHS, a report will always be issued. So what is the report for and what do the words...
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