Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is one of the many bacteria that normally live in our bodies and which usually causes no harm and has no symptoms. Very occasionally it can cause serious infection in newborn babies if they are exposed to it during labour.

Vaccines are a key way of protecting ourselves and our families from infectious diseases. The benefits of having them outweighs the risks of getting any disease, especially when pregnant.

A stretch and sweep, is a way of bringing on labour if you are overdue. It will be one of the first things your midwife will offer to you, before other methods of induction.

As you approach your due date you may start thinking about some ways to try to bring on labour. In this article we look at some of the myths surrounding the onset of labour and see what might actually work!

Happy Parents. Happy Baby’s lactation consultant Jasmine outlines what colostrum harvesting is and why is can be useful in the days before your baby’s birth and those first few days after.

Finding the right size and style of bra to fit your body can be difficult at the best of times but when your body is changing shape during and after pregnancy, it is even more challenging.

The height of the summer can be one of the most challenging times to be pregnant. Read on for our top tips to keep you cool and comfortable.

Happy Parents. Happy Baby’s Jasmine and Imogen are both neonatal nurses and lactation consultants who support families on their feeding journeys. They have answered some of your key questions about breastfeeding.

You will become very used to having your blood pressure checked during your pregnancy. It is important it is checked every time you see your GP or midwife because high blood pressure can lead to more serious complications such as pre-eclampsia.

Feeling your baby move for the first time is one of the most special times of your pregnancy. There is no normal amount of movement and every pregnancy is different. The most important thing to do is to get to know your baby’s individual pattern of movement.

Pregnancy or having a new baby shouldn’t be a reason not to travel. We’ve put this handy guide together with lots of information to help make your trip a success!

Finding out you are pregnant is an exciting time but finding out you are having TWO (or more!) babies is even more exciting. We hear from Kat, who gave birth two twins about her experiences.

Gestational diabetes can affect anyone and is usually diagnosed in the second or third trimester. It is caused when your body cannot produce enough insulin which means you have high blood sugar levels.

Cord blood is the blood in the placenta and umbilical cord which is usually thrown away after a baby is born. However, this blood is rich in stem cells which can be used in the same way as bone marrow to treat specific cancers and other diseases.

If you’re planning a trip that involves a flight, whilst either pregnant or with your new baby, then read on for lots of tips to make it a stress-free and enjoyable experience!

We spoke to Charlotte Stirling-Reed, a nutrition consultant who specialises in maternal, infant and child nutrition. She told us how to maintain a healthy balanced diet during and after pregnancy and why food is so important.

Essential oils are said to bring many benefits for pregnant women, with some research showing that using them can reduce the need for pain relief during labour and help manage anxiety. Read on to find out more about their benefits.

When you become pregnant it is unlikely one of your first thoughts will be “what is going to happen to my teeth?” However, for some women hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause a number of dental issues.

The pelvic floor has been described as the “trampoline of muscles” because it is flexible and can withstand pressure. However, like all other muscles in our bodies, it needs to be trained to stay strong and flexible - and this is especially important during and after pregnancy.

When you are pregnant it is a hugely exciting time for you and your partner and understandably your main focus is going to be on the arrival of your new baby. There are so many things to think about and prepare that it can be easy to forget that your relationship with your partner may also be affected.