
Ask a midwife
This section gives you the answers to some of the questions most frequently asked during pregnancy. Compiled by Tommy’s midwifery team and you.
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Can the flu jab cause miscarriage?
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How does a second pregnancy differ from the first?
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How can I get more sleep in pregnancy?
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Will a past abortion affect my pregnancy?
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How will I get time off work for all the appointments?
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What can I do about stretch marks?
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Will I have an internal exam during appointments?
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Is 12 weeks too late to take folic acid?
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Are home births safe?
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Is the whooping cough vaccine safe?
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Can I fly in pregnancy?
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Can I dye my hair when pregnant?
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Can I trust pregnancy apps?
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What does a midwife do?
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Am I having twins?
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Why do I feel cold in pregnancy?
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Feeling low after childbirth (what are the baby blues?)
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Air pollution and pregnancy
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Are chemicals harmful to my baby?
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What happens if I’m pregnant over the age of 40?
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Am I having a big baby?
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Can I still have screening tests after 12 weeks?
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Who can come to my antenatal appointments?
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What can I do about restless legs syndrome during pregnancy?
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Is it safe to have sex in pregnancy?
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Your Healthy Pregnancy Tool
This tool is designed to help you find personalised tips and ideas to improve your health and wellbeing during pregnancy.