What is a retroverted uterus and how might it affect me?
Most women have an anteverted uterus, where the uterus is orientated so that it tilts forwards in the pelvic cavity, lying just behind the bladder. The retroverted uterus is an anatomical variant that is present in 20-30% of women. Sometimes referred to as a tilted...
Miscarriage and could it be sperm are contributing?
Research is continually being carried out looking into pregnancy loss and premature birth. In the UK, Tommy’s is one of the largest charities carrying out this research. 1 in 4 pregnancies are affected by miscarriage, with approximately half of these likely being due...
Sun Safety in Pregnancy
In pregnancy it is more important to take care in the sun. Your skin is more sensitive to the sun which can mean it’s more likely to burn. Changing hormone levels make you more likely to develop skin pigmentation. Sometimes this can be in the form of dark...
Can my baby hear us?
Written by Beata Anderson, Advanced Practitioner Sonographer As a sonographer we get asked very often if a baby can hear or when do they develop hearing while growing inside the uterus. The early formation of what will become your baby’s eyes and ears begins in the...