Questions tagged stretch marks

Hi, It may be from your abdomen stretching or it may be dermatitis. See your GP or pharmacist for advice on possible treatment. Best wishes, ...

Hi Andy, Stress at any time is not good for you and if it is long term it is not good for the pregnancy. Try to find a way to manage your stress, ...

Hi Emily, It is best to visit your dentist for advice as it is not wise to let any mouth infection go untreated in pregnancy. Paracetemol is safe ...

Hi Carly, It may be worthwhile getting a second opinion. Is there a history of arthritis in your family? An X ray is safe if it is of your legs. Y...

Hi Jade, It is normal to have discomfort and aches are strange places in pregnancy. It is advisable to discuss your concerns with your carer so th...

Hi, This is normal and to be expected as part of pregnancy. It may not be advisable to continue to get a full brazilian as it may irritate the are...

Hi, It is advisable to see a dentist. Tooth infections in pregnancy can cause problems and are best treated through the dentist. Best wishes, ...

Hi, It is normal to only gain a very small amount of weight in early pregnancy as the majority of weight is put on in the second half of the pregn...

Hi, It is normal to gain only a very small amount in the first 20 weeks and the majority in the later 20 weeks as this is when the baby gains most...

Hi Cathy, It should be fine. If you are going to a hairdresser, please inform them that you are pregnant. Best wishes, Alex

Hi Allanna, This can occur throughout pregnancy, unfortunately. Hopefully it will settle soon. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, Enlarged glands are not an indication of pregnancy. Implantation bleeding can occur 10 days to two weeks after conception. Best wishes, ...

Hi, The baby may have more room when you are lying on one side as the placenta could be in the way as well. Don’t worry too much this is ver...

Hi, Some women can feel them quite early and others not until the last weeks. They are present in at around 12 weeks. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, It is always best to involve them as much as possible so that they feel included. It is also good to have some time in the day that is just fo...

Hi Nic, It is best to start to take folic acid regularly about three months before you plan to be pregnant. Enquire at your pharmacy for an approp...

Hi, I would aim to get them down for their long sleep at 7pm instead of 5pm and would change their bath time to 5pm. I know this is probably not a...

Hi Kyla, It may not be related to your pregnancy. It is advisable to visit your GP for a check up. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, You can be more prone to headaches in the early months of pregnancy but not continual headaches. It is safe to take paracetemol as pain relief...

Hi, Thanks for telling us your experience. You must be relieved it is all over. Best wishes, Alex

Hi Leanne, It could be related to an increase in the size of your breasts. If it continues see your GP for a check up. Best wishes, Alex

Hi Melanie, You may not get sick but you will probably get other signs of pregnancy and you may get sick later. Everyone is different. Best wi...

Hi, This can be normal and it may be due to the position of the baby for now. If the pains become regular or if you notice that you have a fever y...

Hi Naomi, Yes an amnio is 100% accurate with the sex. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, You probably are not pregnant. Try not to think about it too much, pregnancy will happen soon. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, You need to see a specialist gynaecologist who may offer an ultrasound to check the condition of your tubes and they will go from there. Tubal...

Hi, You need to be about 2 weeks into the pregnancy or have missed a period to have a positive pregnancy test. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, You should visit your GP for routine blood tests as soon as possible and then you can see your midwife at a time that suits you both. It is al...

Hi, It is always best that you inform your doctor that you are pregnant. This antibiotic is safe during pregnancy. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, This can be used quite effectively and it is of minimal invasion to the mother and baby. If you are only just due now there is not really any ...