The last weeks of pregnancy

During the last weeks of pregnancy, nesting begins in earnest. You'll find there's plenty to do getting baby's room and clothes ready. You'll also want to make preparations for the birth and to decide what kind of child care you'll need if you're going back to work.

Arranging for help

In the last weeks of pregnancy, it's a good idea for you and your partner to talk about how you are going to organize things at home once your baby is born. If your partner is taking time off and able to play a full part, you'll be able to cope without too much difficulty; if not, you'll need...
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The late stages of pregnancy

Very little goes wrong in the last few weeks of pregnancy. From week 32 onwards, your doctor and midwife will be mainly keeping an eye on the continued growth of your baby and your own health. You'll need to have check-ups more often than before, probably every three weeks from week 32 to week...
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Are you overdue?

Only about five per cent of all babies arrive on the actual date that they're expected. The expected date of delivery (EDD) is only a statistical average, and studies have shown that as many as 40 per cent of babies are born more than a week after their EDD. Of the 40 per cent of babies who are...
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Dad as carer

In many households, dad is the main helper when his partner arrives home with their new baby. Some men immediately involve themselves in caring for their partner and child, but others need to be encouraged.
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25 things to do before giving birth

You are nearly there! It's the last weeks or months of your pregnancy and baby will soon be here. So what should you be thinking about? Doctissimo's got a list of 25 things to do BEFORE you give birth.
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