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These early pregnancy tips for dads, partners and carers might seem self-explanatory, but sometimes all that’s needed is just a simple reminder. The biggest pregnancy tip for dads and partners is to be there for her and support her and, especially in these unusual times, let her know that she is not alone.
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Unless treatment is applied to prevent stretch marks from appearing, as many as 80% of pregnant women will experience them.

If you’re wondering when stretch marks start in pregnancy, this can be any time from when your bump starts to show.

So the best time to start on your stretch mark prevention routine is as soon as your tummy changes shape – usually around 3 months.

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No matter where you are on your fertility journey, put down the chocolate eggs for a moment and place a hand on your heart, and the other on your belly. Close your eyes and take a couple of deep, long breaths, and together let's celebrate the most amazing egg there is.
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Most people pretty much carry on with the same level of exercise as before they were pregnant during their first trimester.  Although it’s important to listen to what your body is telling you. You may not show that you’re pregnant right now, but your body is changing fast and you many feel tired, nauseous, breathless or highly emotional.  So the general advice is keep going, but don’t overdo it. 
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This will be an unusual Mother’s Day for us all, but it will be especially hard for all of our pregnant customers who are not allowed out to celebrate with their family.

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If you’re asking yourself ‘is stress during pregnancy bad for the baby’, remember that staying relaxed and calm is what’s best for your bundle of joy. While a few stressful moments here and there are to be expected, surrounding yourself with a wonderful support network and making time for yourself to relax and unwind are key to a healthy baby.
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Chances are you’ve probably heard of babymoons. They’re a huge trend at the moment, and you might have seen them on social media or read about the pros and cons of a babymoon. Your friends may have even jetted off on a romantic babymoon getaway. 
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February is here, & so is Valentine's Day! Date nights might be a thing of the past, especially during Valentine's Day while pregnant. Celebrating Valentine's Day while pregnant means you may have to get creative and switch up your usual plans. We have you covered with 14 Valentine’s Day ideas when pregnant.
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Ready to get stuck into a pre-baby bucket list? We are too. Read on for ten of the things you need to have on your pregnancy bucket list before your new arrival makes an appearance.
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The one thing all second-time mums should bear in mind from the outset is that no two pregnancies are the same. Don’t skip antenatal appointments, thinking you’ve done it all before, it’s important to check there are no unexpected complications, even if everything went smoothly first-time round.
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If you’re looking for pregnancy sleeping tips, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some of our favourite ways to prevent sleep problems in pregnancy – hopefully they’ll help you to catch those much needed zzz’s and make the most of 
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Working out the things to do before baby arrives may seem like a hard task — especially with all the other New Year resolutions you’ll probably have made.

Bringing a baby into the world is cause for celebration. If you're expecting soon, there's no better time to start getting ready for the beginning of something beautiful.

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