Nothing Like the First Time As you've no doubt already discovered, every pregnancy is unique. Your body adapts differently each time to the changes in hormones, and your shape will differ because your stomach and pelvic muscles have already been through the big stretch. But perhaps the biggest difference is that this time you're not just a pregnant mum, you're also looking after a busy little person who has no understanding of your need to rest nor of the changes that will take place in a few months.
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Feeling nauseous? You're not alone. More than half of all pregnant women experience morning sickness. The good news: It usually ends after the first trimester. In the meantime, here are strategies that can help.
Dos and Don'ts For Mums-to-Be What do cats, gardening and soft cheese have in common? They, along with a few other things, can present a risk to your pregnancy. It's important for you to know what items and activities to avoid over the next seven months.
Stay Comfortable at Work As long as you are having no complications, you should be able to continue working right up to the final weeks or even days of your pregnancy. But make sure you schedule in regular rest times (15 minutes is often enough) when you can switch off from the daily grind and tune into your baby's world.
