Pregnancy and Lifestyle
05 Jun 2010
Nutrition in Pregnancy
Nutrient requirements change during pregnancy. Additional energy, vitamins and minerals are necessary and foods containing harmful pathogens, alcohol and caffeine should be avoided.
Pregnancy and Lifestyle
05 Jun 2010
Pregnancy Planning (Preconception Advice)
Sound preconception advice relating to nutrition, alcohol consumption, tobacco exposure and sperm health can increase a woman's chances becoming pregnant.
Children's health
04 Jun 2010
Foods to avoid during pregnancy
There are many foods which pregnant women should avoid to reduce their risk of infectious food-borne diseases which are associated with poor pregnancy and foetal…
Children's health
03 Jun 2010
Over-Nutrition Before and During Pregnancy
Over-nutrition during pregnancy is common in developed countries and can create health risks for both the pregnant woman and her developing foetus.
Children's health
03 Jun 2010
Under-Nutrition Before and During Pregnancy
There are a range of adverse health effects associated with maternal under-nutrition (malnutrition and micronutrient deficiency) which can affect both the pregnant woman and developing…
Children's health
19 May 2010
Expressing Breastmilk
Expressing breastmilk refers to the process by which a woman expels milk from her breast. The breastmilk can then be stored and fed to her…
Children's health
18 May 2010
Importance of Healthy Eating Before and During Pregnancy
Maintaining a healthy balanced diet is important for maintaining optimal health throughout life. For women of childbearing age, good nutrition is important for preparing the…
Blood
16 May 2010
Placenta accreta
Placenta accreta is a life threatening pregnancy condition in which the placenta is attached to the uterus. Excessive blood loss during delivery may occur.
Children's health
20 Apr 2010
Parenting, the social environment and its effects on child development
A person's social environment, including the social relationships they make within it, can have a profound impact on their quality of parenting, which in turn…
