Jo Kingsley

From glowing skin and shiny hair to happy daydreams about exactly what your little baby will be like, pregnancy can be a really wonderful time for a woman and her family.

But, here at Kidadl, we know it's not all ups! All sorts of considerations, whether it's health concerns or worries about your career, can leave you preoccupied and anxious.

So we're here to help. We've tackled all of the most common questions, topics, and issues faced by parents, and some of the uncommon ones too,  to make sure you have all the information and support you need at every stage of your journey.

Whether you need help dealing with an ovarian cyst during pregnancy, or you're close to your due date and you're looking for some gentle exercises to induce labor at home.

And in this article, we're taking on a fear faced by pretty much every mom-to-be ever: fear of childbirth. It doesn't matter if it's 'natural' and it doesn't matter if all women do it; you definitely have the right to be scared!

But we're tackling those fears head-on and bringing you practical tips for how to manage that anxiety and have a healthy happy birth.

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Here at Kidadl we know that, alongside all of the joy and excitement, pregnancy can also bring its fair share of challenges.

From being worried about having no morning sickness to developing an ovarian cyst during pregnancy, health concerns can often keep expectant mothers up at night.

And if you're plus size and pregnant, those worries are often even bigger. Will I struggle to get pregnant? Will care providers tell me I'm too high risk? Will other parents judge my size? As a plus size woman, you're sure to have questions that the usual pregnancy resources just don't cover.

So Kidadl is here to help. From diet and exercise to weight gain and health risks, we've covered all the key topics to answer your biggest questions around being plus size and pregnant.  

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Here at Kidadl, we know how much there is to think about when you find out you're expecting.

There's a mix of emotions, a shopping list as long as your arm and so many questions, from pregnancy day one right through to imagining what it will be like when your baby eventually makes an appearance!

So whether you're looking for pre-pregnancy advice like what to do when you find out you're pregnant or practical newborn guidance around issues like blocked tear ducts in infants, Kidadl is here to help.

We have plenty of articles packed with easy-to-read information that covers all of the essentials and, as parents ourselves, we pride ourselves on bringing you compassion and support, whether this is a first-time pregnancy or your fifth!

We know that a big question a lot of women have during pregnancy is whether they can enjoy a glass of wine or two.

There are a lot of opinions out there, but what are the facts? Read on for the unbiased truth about pregnancy and alcohol.

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Nearly nine months have gone by: you're in your final trimester of pregnancy and getting ready for that due date to bring your baby into the world!

It's such an exciting time, but it can also bring plenty of worries and concerns along with it. Whether you're a ball of nerves or you just can't wait to meet baby, Kidadl is here to help.

If you're looking for advice with 37 weeks pregnant period pains on and off or preparing for when your newborn arrives with our guide to 2-week-old baby milestones, Kidadl are here to bring you all the advice, information and support you and your family need at every stage of your parenting journey with your baby and beyond.

And if you're 36 weeks pregnant and preparing for a final trimester ultrasound, or if you're just curious and want to find out more, this article will tell you everything you need to know.

From why you would need an ultrasound at 36 weeks, a closer look at issues such as fetal growth and movement and what baby's position for birth really means, to what happens at the scan and beyond, Kidadl are getting you prepared ahead of the big day.

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