Tuesday, 27 April 2010

Something in your pregnancy that’s niggling you?

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Dear Teething Runny
Having been a nurse, I know lots of things change in a pregnant woman’s body. And while most mums-to-be are often worried that what’s happening to them is odd or embarrassing, usually whatever’s niggling them is very common indeed – though that doesn’t make it any less of a pain! Remember, we’re here if you need advice.
Ruth, nurse
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Are all my aches, pains and itches normal?

It’s not unusual for mums-to-be to feel lots of physical niggles at this stage of pregnancy as their baby and bump become bigger. You may find that you have a painful stretching feeling around your middle at this stage. It’s common to feel the ligaments around your uterus stretching as they support the growing weight. Try and keep moving and you may feel the pain lessens. If the pain is severe, or you are concerned for any reason, it’s best to contact your midwife.

Another common problem that mums-to-be can find a little embarrassing is having a vaginal fungal infection known as thrush. The main symptoms are:

An itching or burning sensation in or around your vagina
Soreness during sex or when you wee
A thick, white vaginal discharge like cottage cheese

Thrush is actually a very common side effect of pregnancy and the good news is it can be treated and won't harm your baby during pregnancy. However, it can be passed on during labour, so make sure you get treatment from your midwife or doctor before you give birth.
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Health and nutrition tip
If you’ve got swollen feet and ankles, have a gentle foot massage, or try some cooling leg gel and put it in the fridge before you use it. Otherwise, I always used to find that a flannel soaked in cold water and wrung out was wonderfully soothing too.
Christine, pregnancy advisor and mum
Right now, your baby is about 36cm long and weighs approximately 1lb 7oz But they’re about to embark on a major growth spurt, so you should feel their movements every day!
Read more about week 26 in our Pregnancy Calendar
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