Pregnancy Archives - NCT Matters

Perineal massage in pregnancy

Find out what perineal massage is and how it might work to help you avoid a tear or episiotomy when you give birth.

Partners-to-be guide: 10 facts for the third trimester

Between 28 and 40 weeks you’re on the countdown to meeting your baby. Here’s what you need to know about that final third.

Pre-eclampsia: your questions answered

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that originates in the placenta. Find out what you need to know about this pregnancy condition.

Cold weather and pregnancy

Winter pregnancy means you are more likely to catch a cold and flu. Here we talk about keeping well during a winter pregnancy.

Dressing your bump for the festive season

Christmas is just around the corner and you might be wondering how to dress your bump. Here are our top 10 tips for looking good during the festive season.

Can I have the COVID-19 vaccine if I’m pregnant?

Vaccination is the best way to protect against the known risks of COVID-19 in pregnancy for both mother and baby. Find out more below.

10 things I wish I’d known about pregnancy

You’ve got that blue line on the stick and your world is about to change forever. We share the unexpected, interesting (and sometimes embarrassing) things other mums say they wish they'd been told about pregnancy

Coping with hot weather during pregnancy

Read our tips on how to beat the heat when you’re pregnant

Top tips for a hay fever-free pregnancy

If the prospect of spring fills you with dread because of hay fever, read our top tips to keep itchy eyes at bay.