Pregnancy

Pregnancy photos without the pressure: Why it’s okay to want something real

There’s something about pregnancy that everyone expects you to glow through. But the truth—spoken softly in mothers’ groups, DMs between friends, and now more openly across social media—is that pregnancy is often a tangle of contradictions. You might feel grateful and excited, but also exhausted, self-conscious, or simply not like yourself. It’s no wonder then that for many expecting parents, the idea...

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7 Surprising Benefits of Using a Postpartum Belt

The mother's body has undergone many changes during pregnancy and will need time to fully recover after giving birth. One of the indispensable "companions" for a more effective postpartum recovery is the postpartum belt.

When it comes to belly belts, many people often think that they simply help mothers "get back in shape quickly" or reduce belly fat. However, postpartum belts have...

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What Small Shifts Can Make a Big Difference to Your Wellbeing During IVF Treatment?

Embarking on IVF can be a significant chapter in someone’s life. While the focus is often on medical appointments, hormone treatments and embryo transfers, emotional and mental well-being also deserve equal attention. Even small shifts in routine and mindset can provide valuable support during fertility treatment.

Whether you are starting treatment at a private Fertility clinic...

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How to support a bereaved mum this Mother’s Day

As Mother’s Day approaches, the charity Sands has shared advice for anyone who knows a mum affected by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby.

Family, friends, and work colleagues may feel unsure how to handle the approach of Mother's Day with bereaved parents. Sands has published tips on its website about simple things anyone can do to show they care.

Sands’ Director of...

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DREAMGENII HIGHLIGHTS BENEFITS OF PREGNANCY PILLOWS: A comfortable night’s sleep, made easy

Pregnancy is a transformative and exciting time, but as your body changes and your baby grows, it can become challenging to get comfortable.

But don’t worry – dreamgenii has your back - literally.

Here are seven amazing benefits of this uniquely shaped pillow that you won’t want to miss!

Benefit Number One

For some women, the remarkable changes in their bodies...

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The Ultimate Gender Predictor Calculator: Essential Baby Registry Guide for Friends and Family

Bringing home a new baby is an exhilarating adventure that unites family and friends for festivity and support. When waiting on the arrival of a little one, loved ones also wait to find out what the little one is. An open secret though; people have found ways to bring joy while waiting for the little one, such as guessing the gender. While most modern science can determine the gender of a...

Due Date Calculator: Finding the Perfect Breast Pump for Your Journey

Planning your breastfeeding journey takes a lot of thought and choosing the right breast pump is an important decision which can definitely affect your success. With so many choices on the market from small portable units to hospital-grade instruments to creative wearable tech, it can be daunting to choose the right device for you. These each have benefits, from optimum siphoning, to portable...

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10 Valentines-Themed names for boys with middle name suggestions

If your new family member is due in February this year, you may be looking for some Valentine's Day inspiration for a name. We have come up for 10 Valentines-Themed baby boy names so you don't have to, and we have even given you the name meaning and some suggestions for middle names (as this is super important too!). If you are looking for some Valentines-themed girl names we have also...

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Valentines themed baby names for girls with matching middle names

With Valentine's Day fast approaching many expectant parents will be scouring baby name lists to try and find the perfect name for their new addition. For those of you who want to seek inspiration for names from the time of year, we have compiled a list of 10 Valentine's themed baby names for girls, with the name meaning.

Having been through the baby naming process myself a few times...

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Tarka Leisure Centre increases offering for women during pregnancy with Bump Boost programme

Tarka Leisure is expanding its support for mums-to-be in the local community by introducing Bump Boost, a tech driven personalised aqua natal workout.

Despite the NHS recommending a minimum 150 mins of moderate physical activity across the week, a report from the Active Pregnancy Foundation shows the staggering reality with less than 40% of pregnant women feeling they had the...

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