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pregnancy migraines

Pregnancy Migraines: The Facts You Need to Know

18 September, 2018

Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

Tiredness, morning sickness and swollen ankles are all things that are expected during pregnancy, but what many women do not expect are migraines. The hormonal and physical changes can have an impact on the fr...

Dealing with Hernias and Haemorrhoids In and After Pregnancy

30 July, 2018

Expert, Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

An expert article on hernias and haemorrhoids in and after pregnancy by Gordon Buchanan, Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon at Lister Hospital.

How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in Pregnancy with Hypnobirthing

18 June, 2018

Birth, Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

An expert article by Rosie Goode, one of the UK’s leading Hypnotherapists and founder of London’s renowned Hypnobirthing Works on how to reduce stress and anxiety in pregnancy with hypnobirthing.

From Contractions to the Birthing Pool: A Day in the Life of a Midwife

Lesley Gilchrist

5 May, 2018

Birth, Expert, Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy, Stages

To celebrate International Day of the Midwife our resident midwife and birth-trauma expert Lesley Gilchrist's account of 'A Day in the Life of a Midwife' details a typical 24-hour shift.

How To Combat Eczema During Pregnancy

1 May, 2018

Expert, Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

Eczema is the most common skin condition during pregnancy. Here's how to treat dry and eczema prone skin when pregnant.

6 Ways To Beat Sleepless Nights During Pregnancy

16 March, 2018

Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

78% of mums-to-be suffer from pregnancy insomnia. Here are simple things you can do to get a better night’s kip.

What IS That Smell? Why Pregnancy Affects Your Sense Of Smell And How To Deal With It

26 February, 2018

Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

One surprising quirk of pregnancy is a heightened sense of smell, we look at how pregnancy affects your nose and how to deal with its undesirable symptoms.

Varicose Veins and pregnancy

Everything You Need to Know About Varicose Veins

27 December, 2017

Expert, Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy

Everything you need to know about varicose veins. Written by Mr Dynesh Rittoo, Vascular Surgeon at The Private Clinic, Harley Street.

The #TBT Repost: Everything You Need To Know About Ectopic Pregnancies

14 December, 2017

Expert, Fertility, Health and Symptoms, Planning, Pregnancy

This #TBT, we look at an insightful 2014 piece on ectopic pregnancies by Yasmin Sana MBBS, MRCOG to discover what exactly an ectopic pregnancy is.

Piles

The Gruesome Truth About Haemorrhoids During Pregnancy

22 November, 2017

Expert, Health and Symptoms, Pregnancy, Stages

Pregnant with piles? Wondering what to do to treat them or prevent them? Look no further. Leading expert Mr Nick West is on hand to advise.

Matt Dawson on Surviving Meningitis & The Importance of Spotting the Early Signs

My Baba

20 September, 2018

In this interview with My Baba, Matt Dawson opens up following his family's own battle with the disease. Dawson's son was left critically ill in an induced coma on a life support machine aged just two years old.
Craft Stick Posting Activity

Nanny Anita

20 September, 2018

Do you know what one of the hardest things to do with a toddler is? Go to the loo. BB is too little to stay outside ...
The My Baba Measure: What’s Hot This Week

Lauren Hyland

20 September, 2018

From kids' fashion to the most luxurious pushchair and what's on this autumn, here’s what the My Baba team are loving this week.
My Baba Magazine September

My Baba

20 September, 2018

This season's magazine is a brilliant mix of all the things we're loving this month, some helpful nursery design advice, our Christmas top toy predictions and an interview with ex-Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh.
Support The NSPCC By Shopping With Wild & Gorgeous

My Baba

20 September, 2018

Kids' fashion brand Wild & Gorgeous have designed a girls' dress and top in aid of the NSPCC. All profits from both pieces, which make perfect party-wear, will be donated to the children's charity.
Our Favourite Vitamins, Shampoos & Bathroom Essentials for Kids

Christina Walter

19 September, 2018

Take care of your little ones inside and out with this great selection of products, from vitamins to shampoos and soaps.
Date Night In Mayfair: Galvin At Windows Restaurant Review

Lauren Hyland

19 September, 2018

The Galvin at Windows tasting menu is eight courses of Korean influence, coddled in French haute cuisine. Here's exactly how our visit went.
How to Look After Your Kid’s Oral Health to Give Them The Best Start in Life

Dr Saul Konviser

19 September, 2018

When it comes to our kid’s health, we are so focused on every aspect from allergies, nutrition to toilet habits, however...
Sticky Autumn Tree Activity

Nanny Anita

19 September, 2018

Every morning when YC and EC go off to school, BB and I spend about 20 minutes putting laundry away and sorting out bedr...
Pregnancy Migraines: The Facts You Need to Know

My Baba

18 September, 2018

Tiredness, morning sickness and swollen ankles are all things that are expected during pregnancy, but what many women do...