The vaccinations you need in pregnancy

If you’re trying for a baby or already pregnant, chances are you already know about the healthy foods, exercise and rest you need to keep your body in check. Whilst going to your midwifery and doctor appointments, they may mention certain vaccinations to get before or during your pregnancy. When you are pregnant your body…

Preparing for sleepless nights when she arrives

So little missy is a very active little bunny, especially at night. Being the little attention-seeker that she is, she generally starts off the evening around 7.30pm (depending on mood) getting herself ready with a few drum rolls, air guitar punching moves before the Michael Flatley Riverdance gets into full swing with my tummy and…

Being Asthmatic whilst pregnant

I’ve had asthma for nearly 15 years. When I was diagnosed they said I had mild asthma and severe panic attacks, two things that aren’t exactly great paired together. In that time, I’ve had more panic attacks than asthma attacks, but I’ve had my fair share of asthma attacks, one of which caused turmoil with…

Don’t let Google become your friend…

Anyone who has had a headache and stupidly gone to Dr Google for an answer knows what I’m talking about and you do it just because it’s quicker than phoning your doctor! But the problem with googling your health woes is of course that you get answers that are totally incorrect but flood you with…