Placenta praevia (or a low-lying placenta) is when the placenta is attached in the lower part of the uterus, near to or covering the cervix. The position of your placenta is recorded at your 18 to 21-week ultrasound scan. If it is significantly low you will be offered an extra ultrasound scan later
During pregnancy your blood pressure will be checked at every antenatal appointment. This is because a rise in blood pressure can be the first sign of a condition known as pre-eclampsia – also called pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) or pre-eclamptic toxaemia (PET). It can run in families and aff
Some pregnant women find they get a lot of headaches. How to ease headaches Try and get more regular rest and relaxation. Paracetamol in the recommended dose is generally considered safe for pregnant women but there are some painkillers that you should avoid. Speak to your pharmacist, nurse, midwife
Foods to avoid in pregnancy There are some foods to avoid or take care with when you’re pregnant as they might make you ill or harm your baby. Make sure you know the important facts about which foods you should avoid or take precautions with when you’re pregnant. Cheeses to avoid in preg
Womb (uterus) cancer Cancer of the womb (uterine or endometrial cancer) is a common cancer that affects the female reproductive system. It’s more common in women who have been through the menopause. Symptoms of womb cancer: The most common symptom of womb cancer is vaginal bleeding that is unu
