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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 ...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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! ...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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 ...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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 ...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 29 Oct 2008
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Hi Alannah, The normal vaginal discharge in pregnancy is thicker and more ‘creamy’. This is fine. Best wishes, Alex

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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

Answered: 22 Oct 2008
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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...

Answered: 22 Oct 2008

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