Expert panel: Pregnancy
Are you pregnant and feeling tired - but having difficulty sleeping? Many of our readers struggle with the physical demands of pregnancy on their body. Sometimes it can be hard to know which pains are normal and which need to be discussed with your doctor or midwife. Thankfully our experts have lots of advice and tips to help you get more comfortable and can advise when you should get more help. Take a look at some of our previously answered expert questions, you might find your answer there. Or, why not ask your own question and have it answered by our pregnancy expert. Your question and expert answer will be posted on the Huggies 'Ask an Expert' page.
Questions about Pregnancy
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Hi, Unfortunately due to your age the qualities of your eggs do lessen so you are at a higher risk of miscarriage. However, you still may be able ...
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Hi, Stress can affect your pregnancy and it is advisable to try reduce your levels of stress if possible. So hopefully you may be under less stres...
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Hi, Your body can cope with another baby. You need to have your pregnancy blood tests and check your iron levels. You need to be ready as well! ...
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Hi, I`m a midwife dealing with pregnancy, childbirth and newborns. It`s best to direct your sleep related questions to Maree, or see your Early Ch...
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Hi, I am sorry that you have had to deal with this sort of news during the pregnancy. Many people are born with a single kidney. This occurs in ab...
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Hi Jo, You probably need to talk to other women who are in a similar situation as you. You may also be feeling a bit anxious about what lies ahead...
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Hi, Pregnancy can affect everyone differently. Some do feel much better in the second trimester as morning sickness eases. Your hormone levels may...
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Hi, All of the pre labour braxton hicks and tightenings help your body prepare for labour. Braxton hicks help improve the blood supply to your ute...
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Hi, This is quite common to have a small leak on the edge of the placenta where it is not joined to the uterine wall as well as it should. Sometim...
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Hi, Some women can feel the Braxton Hicks more than others. It is also related to the position of the baby so the discomfort may ease if the baby ...
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Hi, I am not able to recommend a particular brand. It is a matter of taste and preference. Try them on and feel which one feels the most comfortab...
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Hi Sandra, I`m a midwife dealing with pregnancy, childbirth and newborns, so I can`t help you with this one. I`d suggest seeking advice from a chi...
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Hi, Your baby may be in a breech position. At 37 weeks your baby has a small chance of turning. Your doctor may offer to try to turn the baby with...
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Hi, All of you have described sounds very normal and to be expected. Try not to worry but I know that it can be hard. Best wishes, Alex
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Hi Heidi, Pregnant women who have previously been infected with CMV, do not necessarily have immunity against future CMV infections. However, the ...
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Hi, This result means that you may be in the early stages of pregnancy and if you repeat the test in a few days the result will most likely be a s...
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Hi Hannah, Cramps are very common in early pregnancy and it is not a sign of any problems. Best wishes, Alex
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Hi, If your baby stays at the 97th percentile it will still be in the normal range. As it is still showing in the percentiles! Try not to worry to...
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Hi Anna, Here is a link to safe foods during pregnancy: Food Authority. And sour cream is fine. Best wishes, Alex
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Hi Donna, As the lower segment of the uterus forms in the third trimester the placenta will move higher up the uterine wall and the risk of bleedi...
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Hi Alannah, The normal vaginal discharge in pregnancy is thicker and more ‘creamy’. This is fine. Best wishes, Alex
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Hi Lisa, This still may be hormone related and it may be a blocked duct. Don’t over stimulate the lump by touching it or massaging it. See i...
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Hi, Your cycle may be a bit irregular for now. Try not to worry too much it will be regular soon. Best wishes, Alex
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Hi, The left lateral position is great! It means the baby’s back is on your left side and it is also on the side. The baby can stay in the p...
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Hi, The bleeding is probably your period returning. This can happen at this time. You can also get break through bleeding on the minipill but this...
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Hi, This should settle soon. Once the baby is used to the teeth they will not bite on your nipple as much. You can try to change feeding positions...
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Hi Judy, I`m a midwife dealing with pregnancy, childbirth and newborns. It`s best to direct your sleep related questions to Maree, or see your Ear...
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Hi Kylie, You may find it a little challenging in the early months when your second child is born but when they are older they will be really clos...
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Hi, Canned tuna is fine to eat in pregnancy. Here is a link to safe foods during pregnancy: Food Authority. Best wishes, Alex
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Hi Natalie, You can try to have a healthy pregnancy and to do some regular exercise so that your body is fit and healthy for surgery. You should t...