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My healthy pregnancy 

Being healthy and keeping active is the best start to pregnancy for you and your baby. In this section you can find practical advice to help you stay healthy during your pregnancy. Your community midwife can also give you support and advice on looking after your health during pregnancy.

In this section

  1. Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder

    Information about foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD).

  2. Common pregnancy symptoms

    Common pregnancy symptoms and when to get urgent help.

  3. Relationship joys and stresses

    Life with a baby is challenging and can be very tiring.

  4. Alcohol and drugs

    Alcohol and drugs during pregnancy can harm your baby's development.

  5. Existing health conditions

    Managing pregnancy with an existing health condition.

  6. Work and pregnancy

    It's important to understand your workplace rights.

  7. Pelvic health

    Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles to improve long-term health.

  8. Exercise and keeping active

    Tips to help keep you active during your pregnancy.

  9. Healthy eating

    Information and resources about healthy eating in pregnancy.

  10. Vaccinations and pregnancy

    Vaccines you should have during pregnancy to protect you and your baby.

  11. Smoking during pregnancy

    Giving up smoking during pregnancy.

  12. Emotional health and wellbeing

    Mental health and wellbeing support.