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By Professor Mina Savvidou
15.03.23
Obstetrician - gynaecologist

Antenatal care: what every mother-to-be needs to know

Antenatal care is an important aspect of every woman’s pregnancy. In her latest article, renowned consultant obstetrician and specialist in fetal maternal medicine Dr Makrina Savvidou explains antenatal care in detail.

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By Professor Mina Savvidou
02.03.23
Obstetrician - gynaecologist

The essentials to a healthy pregnancy

During the first month of pregnancy you should ensure that you take folic acid and keep a healthy lifestyle. You shouldn’t worry if you cannot eat the (healthy) food you would like because nausea and sickness (referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum) are very common symptoms at the beginning of pregnancy. The baby can still get nutrients from the mother’s stores and the symptoms usually resolve after the 1st trimester (14 weeks).