How do fibroids cause infertility There are several ways uterine fibroids can reduce fertility Changes in the shape of the cervix can affect the number of sperm that can enter the uterus Changes in the shape of the uterus can interfere with the movement of the sperm or embryo Fallopian tubes can be
Healthy snacks during pregnancy You may find that you get hungry between meals. Avoid snacks that are high in fat and/or sugar Instead you could try the following Fresh fruit Sandwiches or pitta bread filled with grated cheese, lean ham, mashed tuna, salmon or sardines and salad Salad vegetables Low
Prevention of rhesus disease Anti-D injections prevent rhesus negative women producing antibodies against the baby and reduce the risk of a rhesus negative woman becoming sensitised Rhesus negative mothers who are not sensitised are offered anti-D injections at 28 and 34 weeks as well as after the b
Fetal movement You will usually start feeling some movements between 16 and 22 weeks. Later in pregnancy your baby will develop its own pattern of movements – which you will soon get to know These movements will range from kicks and jerks to rolls and ripples and you should feel them every day. At e
Amniocentesis What happens Using ultrasound as a guide, a fine needle is passed through the wall of the abdomen into the amniotic fluid that surrounds your baby. Within the fluid are cells that contain the same chromosomes as your baby. A small sample of this fluid is drawn off and sent to a laborat
