Progesterone and miscarriage
Written by Dr Sarah Merritt Progesterone is an important hormone. It is produced by the corpus luteum in the ovary during the menstrual cycle regardless of whether a woman becomes pregnant or not and then continues to be released if a woman does become pregnant. It...
Could I have endometriosis?
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. This aims to raise public awareness of endometriosis, it’s symptoms, and the impact it has on women’s lives. It affects 1:10 women in the UK. While more people know about the condition today, there’s still a significant need...
Our detailed second trimester scans
Written by Beata Anderson Pregnancy is an exciting time. You’re growing a baby, anxiously awaiting their arrival, and preparing for a new chapter in your life, however it can be worrying and overwhelming especially during these uncertain times. Your first ultrasound...
Care after a worrying scan finding
Many couples choose to book an early pregnancy scan for reassurance purposes. This might be due to a miscarriage or baby loss in the past. Sometimes a couple just want to be able to see their baby before the routine NHS scan. In the majority of circumstances, we are...