Around 1 in 90 pregnancies in the UK are ectopic pregnancies. An ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilised egg implants itself outside of the womb, often in one of the fallopian tubes. If an egg implants here, it won’t develop into a baby, and it may put your health at risk. Causes Of […]
The Emotional Journey Of Adoption: What You May Experience During The Process
Adopting a child can be a complete rollercoaster of emotions. There’s ups and downs throughout the whole process. You may feel hopeful, anxious, excited, worried, eager, frustrated and even heartbroken at times. It can be uncertain and stressful, as well as legally, and financially challenging. It’s important to allow space for all of […]
World Prematurity Day: What Preterm Birth Means And The Support Available
November 17th is World Prematurity Day. This day aims to raise awareness of premature birth, what it means, and the support available for parents of preterm babies. The image for World Prematurity Day shows tiny purple baby socks surrounded by nine pairs of regular size baby socks. The purple represents sensitivity and exceptionality, […]
Supporting A Loved One Through Infertility: Everything You Want To Know
Infertility affects roughly 1 in 6 people worldwide. Although people may choose to undergo some form of fertility treatment in order to have a successful pregnancy, this is still a very common issue that individuals face. Infertility is something that can be difficult to open up about and discuss. If you’re supporting a […]
Navigating Your Mental Health During Pregnancy: Self-Soothing Techniques And Where You Can Seek Support
Pregnancy is a huge event in your life, and it’s one that comes with a lot of different emotions. Sadness can be one of them, but if you feel sad all the time, and it affects other areas of your life as well, you might be wondering what you can do to help yourself. There […]
