Expert panel: Pregnancy

Hi, It is advisable that you contact the NZ College of Midwive for information. Here is the link: http://www.midwife.org.nz/ Best wishes, Alex

Hi, This is very common later in pregnancy and it is your body getting itself ready for the birth. More than likely it does not indicate that it wi...

Hi, You may be also experiencing some haemorrhoids which are quite common in pregnancy. If you are concerned it is advisable to visi tyour GP for a...

Hi, Congratulations! You will need to be closely watched this time again but usually the pushing stage is much faster than the first time around so...

Hi, This medication is not recommended in pregnancy however a one off dose more than likely should be fine. If you are concerned please visit your ...

Hi, Yes it can be better if you have not passsed urine all night. You also need to make sure that your period is at least one week overdue as this ...

Hi, This all sounds fine. The scans can be a little inaccurate and this still falls within one or two weeeks which is expected. If you have a relia...

Hi, More than likely with your history you are not pregnant. You could do a pregnancy test to check if you are worried. If the discomfort continues...

Hi, You need to do a pregnancy test to confirm your thoughts. If you are you can talk to your GP about your options and then make your plans form t...

Hi, This all sounds perfectly normal and to be expected in late pregnancy. Try not to get too tired and eat regular small meals to keep up your ene...

Hi, You need to visit your GP for a check up. If your implant is still active this will need to be removed. You need to discuss your concerns and o...

Hi, It is advisable taht oyu have a check up. You may have some muscle damage or a small hernia in the area that needs checking. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, It is advisable that you contact your GP to discuss your concerns about risks to your pregnancy. They will be able to suggest possible tests th...

Hi, This can occur following this procedure and usually the sac will heal itself and the fluid loss will settle. If you are not bleeding or experie...

Hi, Some women do bleed on and off during their prengancy and still give birth to a helathy baby at term. You may be bleeding from a small area beh...

Hi, Twins can sometimes be born a little earlier than single births as the babies can run out of room sooner than at term. However, it is not usual...

Hi, This may be caused by increase in general fluid during pregnancy. If you are concerned you need to visit your GP for a check up. More than likl...

Hi, It is recommended that routine anti-D is given in the 28th and 34th weeks of pregnancy to all RhD-negative mothers. You may also be recommended...

Hi, It is advisable to visit your GP for a check up. If you are running a temperature you need to be treated as this may harm your pregnancy. I am ...

Hi, I am sorry but your question seems to have been cut off – can you please re-post? Thank you! Alex

Hi, THis does not indicate that the baby will be overdue. It jsut means that the baby may still grow a bit more. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, Yes it is very common to have bursts of teariness and feeling overwhelmed. Try not to stress yourself too much as this will not help you feel a...

Hi, Hopefully everything will be fine but everyone is at some risk of miscarriage in the early weeks of pregnancy. Try not to worry too much once y...

Hi, It is quite common to show some blood occasionally in your urine in pregnancy. Try not to be too concerned ti will probably settle. If not you ...

Hi, It is very common to feel some cramping in the early weeks of pregnancy. It should settle in the next few weeks. More than likley it is not rel...

Hi, This is great that you do this for regular exercise. As long as you are not feeling too breathless or too awkward it is fine to continue to do ...

Hi, Hopefully everything will be infe this time. You will still be at similar risk in the early weeks of miscarriage but once you get over 11 weeks...

Hi, You really need to discuss your blood test results wit your GP or specialist. It is difficult for me to determine what may be happening without...

Hi, It is difficult for me to assess as you may need a bit more time to see what may be happening. Good luck in the next week or two and by then yo...

Hi, Yes it is fine to wear makeup in pregnancy. Please check the labelling on th eproduct just to be sure. If there are no warnings then it is fine...