For many women, one of the first signs of pregnancy is a feeling of sickness in the pit of their stomach. No, it's not dread or fear (usually!); it's morning sickness! Not pleasant, but here are some things that might help.

It's time to give those new breasts a special new bra! A good-fitting, comfortable and smart maternity bra is essential. Here is some good advice.

There's really no reason to avoid sex during pregnancy. It causes no harm to the baby. Probably, the only reason for not having sex is if one of you doesn't feel like it.

Nobody knows how much alcohol you can drink before it harms your baby. So for that reason, abstaining from alcohol altogether during pregnancy is a good idea.

A miscarriage is the loss of a life and the loss of a dream. And along with that sense of loss comes worry that you may never have another child.

Buying a pram or buggy is a bit like buying a car; it all depends on your individual needs and preferences.

You don't have to stop going to the gym when you're pregnant. just ask the staff to tailor your fitness programme as your pregnancy progresses.

It's over. The birth is over. Your baby is lying in your arms and you're probably counting his or her fingers and toes, examining your precious bundle from head to toe. Congratulations, you're now a mother.

Pregnancy affects women's skin in all sorts of ways. It may be greasier than usual, have a rash, stretch marks or pigmentation - all because of the hormones and other changes taking place in your body.

You can ease birth pain and help the birthing process by moving a bit and switching between different positions.

It's easier said than done, to stop smoking. But expecting a baby is a really good reason to quit and maybe your best-ever motivator.

The first signs of pre-eclampsia are often high blood pressure and swelling of the hands, feet and abdomen. The most common remedy is rest. If this doesn't help and the pre-eclampsia goes from mild to severe, a caesarean may be advised.