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Leaving anything to the last minute is such a drag, especially when you've got another human being growing inside of you by the minute and is getting ready to pop out any second now.There’s so many things to research and read about whilst being pregnant but one thing a lot of mothers and partners forget about and leave to the last minute is the baby bag. The baby bag is your hospital bag, one of the most important items you’ll need when your little one has decided they've had enough and want to … read more

Currently baking a bun in the oven, first time being a mum or dad? Planning on having another little tot running around? Or do you just need a great day out? Well fear not!Heart Radio will be hosting their first ever baby show at Westpoint Arena, Exeter on Saturday 21st June (tomorrow!). The Heart Mother & Baby show will feature everything you can think of under the sun for new and expecting parents plus a wide range of entertainment for the kids and a staggering line up of attendees.To find out … read more

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

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