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Can any TENS machine be used?- No. Babycare TENS machines are specifically designed for childbirth. Specific features include larger pads than the other TENS machines and a boost button. This boost button gives that extra surge of power required for contractions. The Elle TENS + has a contraction timer that helps you to calculate the times between your contractions.How safe are Babycare TENS machines?- They are very safe. As a drug free pain relief unit, Babycare TENS machines are specifically … read more

Having issues with your TENS machine? Then fear not, we’re here to help. Most of the time it’s usually the smallest thing like, putting the batteries in correctly or even turning up the intensity. So here are a few tips on what to do if you’re having problems…Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly into the machine as directed by the instructions.Change the batteries. They could be either not working at all or only have a little juice left in them resulting in the output of the TENS machi … read more

Every pregnancy comes with some sort of morning sickness during the early stages with the common symptoms of vomiting, nausea and tiredness. However this is all normal and doesn’t put your baby at any risk, clearing up at around week 12 of your pregnancy.Approximately 2% of women will go through what is called Hyperemesis Gravidarum (also known as HG) which is the term for severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Evidently not very common, there is a chance of it being hereditary. Symptoms i … read more

Breathlessness is a side effect of pregnancy that commonly affects around 75% of pregnant women. This is caused by the hormone progesterone. This pregnancy hormone changes the way your body absorbs oxygen. Feeling breathless in the early stages of pregnancy even before your bump is visible is also likely to occur.Later on in your pregnancy, as the uterus grows, your diaphragm will begin to compress your lungs, so the capacity you would normally have will be reduced. But it’s not all bad news. Ar … read more

The Harrogate Nursery Fair is vastly approaching. Between the 23rd of March and the 25th March, Babycare TENS will be attending the UK’s premier nursery trade event. It’s a retailer’s dream as nearly every manufacturer and supplier of baby goods in the UK will be there. From pregnancy, to baby accessories, to baby car seats, nursery furniture and pre-school toys. Everything that you can think of from birth to four years will be available.For more information about the show, please visit: http:// … read more