Tommy’s - Early pregnancy

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Find out how healthy you are with our simple calculator tools and see what changes you can make to help you have a healthier pregnancy.

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Constant nausea, indescribable tiredness, aching boobs, awkward white lies...the first trimester is not always easy. In fact, it can be pretty horrendous. Here’s our survival guide to get you through the first 12 weeks.

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Woman having blood pressure checked by nurse.

The booking appointment

Your first antenatal appointment with a midwife is called a 'booking' visit and will take longer than later visits, so allow plenty of time.

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Taking a pregnancy test

Pregnancy tests work by looking for a hormone called human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG). This hormone is only made in your body when you are pregnant.

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Morning sickness

It's very common to feel sick during the first few months of pregnancy, and sometimes for a bit longer.

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When should I start taking folic acid?

Folic acid is a vitamin (B9) which is important in the early weeks of pregnancy because it helps close the neural tube.

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First trimester: weeks 1 to 12

You're pregnant: congratulations! The first weeks of your pregnancy are a vital time as your pregnancy gets established. While you get used to being pregnant, your body is busy building a baby. How exciting!

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5 things to do when you find out you're pregnant

Just found out you're pregnant? Here are 5 things every mum-to-be should have on her to-do list.

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How common is miscarriage?

Miscarriage is fairly common during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.

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Telling people about your pregnancy

Some women might be very excited and want to tell everyone straightaway about their great news. Others prefer to wait until they have seen their baby on the first scan.

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