Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Packing a practical hospital bag with maternity essentials, comfortable clothing and newborn items can help make your labour and postnatal stay easier and less stressful. 20 May 2026 Tip 1: Pack your hospital bag smart (only what you will actually use) Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy A flexible birth plan helps communicate labour preferences, pain relief choices and birth priorities while allowing for changes during delivery if needed. 20 May 2026 Tip 2: Keep your birth plan flexible during labour Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Understanding early labour signs, contraction patterns and Braxton Hicks can help you recognise when labour is becoming active and when to contact your maternity unit. 20 May 2026 Tip 3: Know the real signs of labour starting – not just Braxton Hicks Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Small differences between your expected dates and scan results are common and usually reflect normal variations in ovulation and cycle timing. 01 May 2026 Tip 1: Don’t panic if your dates don’t match exactly Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy A pregnancy scan is a full clinical assessment, not just a single image. Interpretation and measurements matter more than how the scan looks. 01 May 2026 Tip 2: Don’t overinterpret scan results Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Every pregnancy scan is different. Comparing your results to others, especially online, can create unnecessary confusion and unrealistic expectations. 01 May 2026 Tip 3: Don’t compare your scan to other people’s experiences Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Taking vitamins such as folic acid before pregnancy supports early development and reduces risks 16 Mar 2026 Tip 1: Keep your vitamins handy Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Regular hydration helps support energy levels, circulation and amniotic fluid during pregnancy 16 Mar 2026 Tip 2: Stay hydrated Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Keeping track of symptoms and mood can help you feel more prepared and informed during pregnancy 16 Mar 2026 Tip 3: Track how you’re feeling Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Mild itching in pregnancy is common due to hormonal changes and stretching skin, but persistent itching, especially on hands and feet, should be discussed with your midwife or GP. 03 Mar 2026 Tip 1: Itching during pregnancy: What’s normal and when to seek advice Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Regular pelvic floor exercises during and after pregnancy help prevent urinary incontinence, improve core stability and support long-term pelvic health. 03 Mar 2026 Tip 2: Pelvic floor exercises during and after pregnancy Marketing Team
Tips and Guidance, Pregnancy Any vaginal bleeding during pregnancy should be assessed by a healthcare professional. While some light spotting can have harmless causes, prompt medical advice ensures the safety of both mother and baby. 03 Mar 2026 Tip 3: Understanding your bleeding during pregnancy Marketing Team
