Pregnancy

The Covid vaccine and pregnancy: What medical professionals want you to know

The Covid vaccine and pregnancy has received a lot of media attention, but what do the experts say about it? Here's what you need to know...

Water birth pros and cons: Should you have a water birth?

Are you thinking about having a water birth? Three experts explain the pros and cons of giving birth in water

Can you sunbathe when pregnant? Potential dangers and precautions to take

Lochia: What you need to know about postpartum bleeding

Your body and mind adjusts to many changes after giving birth. One thing you'll experience is lochia, and it's very useful to know what this involves.

Baby movement in pregnancy – when do you start feeling your baby move?

Baby movement in pregnancy is natural and exciting. Here, we explain what the first baby movements in pregnancy feel like and when to expect it.

Boy or girl quiz: Am I having a boy or girl?

While a quiz to find out if you're having a boy or a girl might not be entirely accurate, it's lots of fun to do while you're waiting for the 18 week scan.

Ovulation calculator: When will I ovulate?

To stand your best chance of conceiving, try our easy to use ovulation calculator. It'll help work out when you're most fertile when trying to get pregnant.

Am I pregnant? Early signs and symptoms of pregnancy

Ultrasound scans: How do ultrasound scans work and how many will you have during pregnancy?

Midwife Anne Richley gives a breakdown of everything you need to know about scans.

Skull theory: What is it and can it predict your baby's gender at just 12 weeks?

We take a closer look at this method of determining whether you're having a girl or boy

Linea nigra: What that pregnancy belly line means and why it appears

We've got all the info you need to know about that dark line - the linea nigra - on your pregnant belly, which affects around 75 per cent of pregnant women.

Ramzi Theory: How to predict your baby's gender at just 6 weeks gestation

You no longer have to wait 20 weeks to find out your baby's sex - the Ramzi Theory can predict it in just six.

Will I have a boy or girl? Find out with the Chinese birth chart

Our Chinese birth predictor predicts whether you're expecting a girl or a boy, and has been known to be spookily accurate! See for yourself...

Nub theory

Some people believe you can tell if your baby is a boy or girl by looking at your 12-week ultrasound picture - we investigate the nub theory to find out if it's true...

Is it safe to use nail polish and nail polish remover during pregnancy?

Over 30 fun baby gender predictor tests to try at home

Old wives' tales for determining the sex of your baby

Our favourite? The drain cleaner test...

Chemical pregnancy: What is it and why does it happen?

Find out about common symptoms, how to avoid chemical pregnancies, and your increased chances of conceiving again.

Doula vs midwife: What's the difference?

Here are the key differences, and how to make the right choice for you.

What to eat when pregnant: Diet for a healthy pregnancy

Discover what to eat to ensure you stay fit and healthy throughout your pregnancy

Early signs of labour: How to tell if your baby is coming

Do you know how to spot the signs of labour from the very first twinge?

What is the Apgar score for newborns and how does it work?

Membrane sweep: Everything you need to know about pregnancy sweeps

If you're more than 40 weeks your midwife might suggest a 'sweep', to kick start your labour. But what is it and what does it do? Check out our easy guide 

I want a baby and they don't: what to do when your partner's not ready to take the next step

Wanting a baby when your partner doesn't is a far more common problem than you might think

From seaweed to Guinness: your pregnancy cravings explained

Pregnancy cravings affects 90% of women - some are normal and some are a little more unusual...