Pregnancy Symptoms

Welcome to the pregnancy club, new mum-to-be. Get to know everything about morning sickness, mood swings, and all the signs and symptoms of pregnancy.

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Pregnancy Symptoms

early signs of labour
7 min read

Signs of Labour: How to Know When Your Baby Is on the Way

Is labour starting? Recognise the early and active signs — from Braxton Hicks and the mucus plug to water breaking and real contractions. Know when to head to hospital.

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A206
4 min read

Mood Swings During Pregnancy

Learn about what causes mood swings during pregnancy, as well as a number of methods on how to control them effectively.

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Back pain during pregnancy
4 min read

What to Do About Back Pain During Pregnancy

Suffering from lower back pain in your third trimester? Learn why this happens, when to worry about back pain during pregnancy, and how to manage it.

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Diarrhoea during pregnancy
10 min read

Diarrhoea in Pregnancy: Causes, Treatment and When to Seek Help

Read about diarrhoea in pregnancy and whether it can be a sign of pregnancy. Discover the common causes, treatments and how you can prevent it.

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Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)
7 min read

Managing Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) in Pregnancy

Find ways to manage pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy, with insights on causes, symptoms and relief options for a more comfortable experience.

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Vivid Pregnancy Dreams: when the pregnant woman can experience such and what is the main cause
5 min read

Vivid Pregnancy Dreams

Experiencing weird and vivid dreams, even nightmares, during pregnancy is common. What these pregnancy dreams might mean and what causes them.

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Linea nigra
5 min read

Linea Nigra: What It Is and When Does It Appear?

Discover all about the linea nigra: dark line that appears on the belly during pregnancy. What are the causes, and when does it appear and go away?

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Woman with lightning crotch pain
6 min read

What Is Lightning Crotch in Pregnancy?

Learn all about lightning crotch pain during pregnancy; what causes this sharp vaginal pain, when it occurs and how to relieve any discomfort.

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When can you feel the baby move
5 min read

When Can You Feel Your Baby Move?

Have you felt your baby move in the womb? Learn when it's normal to feel your baby move for the first time and what baby quickening feels like.

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