Women's Health

What are skin conditions in pregnancy? During pregnancy, your skin may change. It may become dry, red, itchy, darker, or more sensitive than before you were pregnant. These changes are usually not serious and will go away after your baby is born. It is usually because of changes to your...

What is pre-pregnancy planning? If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes and can become pregnant, it is important to plan. Planning helps women manage their diabetes and prepare for pregnancy. It is important even if you do not want to become pregnant. If you want to have a...

What is diabetes during pregnancy? If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes and are pregnant, you need special care. Without the right care, there may be long-term negative effects for you and your baby. Having uncontrolled diabetes during pregnancy can increase the chance your baby does not develop...

What is bleeding in mid-late pregnancy? Mid-late pregnancy is any time from 20 weeks to full term. Bleeding can happen for many reasons. Some women have light bleeding, or spotting, through their whole pregnancy. During mid-late pregnancy, bleeding is usually caused by issues with the placenta or cervix, or due...

What is hypertension in pregnancy and pre-eclampsia? Hypertension in pregnancy and pre-eclampsia are health concerns that can affect pregnant women at any stage. Hypertension is high blood pressure. This is when your blood pressure reading is more than 140mmHg/90mmHg. Pre-eclampsia is a form of high blood pressure which happens during...

What is fetal movements? Fetal movements is a term that refers to the baby’s movements in the womb during pregnancy. Your baby’s movements are one of the signs they are well. Most pregnant women start to feel fetal movements from between 16 to 24 weeks. A baby’s movements can be...

What is abnormal vaginal discharge? Vaginal discharge is a fluid that comes out of your vagina. It is normally clear or white. Some changes to it are normal. For instance, it is normal to have more discharge around ovulation. Changes to normal discharge can be caused by infections, medication, or...

What is an absent period (amenorrhoea)? Periods happen as part of the natural menstrual cycle. They usually happen every month. It is normal to miss periods at different times in your life. An absent period (Amenorrhoea) is when you don't get your period at all. The two types of amenorrhea...

What is improving breast milk supply? Sometimes, women have a low breastmilk supply after birth. There are many reasons why a woman's breast milk supply may be low. It may be low if the woman has a health condition, like: Polycystic ovarian syndrome Hypothyroidism Diabetes Pre-diabetes Previous infertility You should...

What is thyroid disease in pregnancy? Your thyroid gland is located in your neck, near the base of your throat. It makes hormones that keep your body working at the right ‘energy level’. These hormones help control things like your heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and weight. Sometimes during...