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Below are 6 recent questions from the 'Ask Our Expert' section:

Is is Safe to Fly Long Haul Whilst Pregnant?

Congratulations on your pregnancy! It is very difficult to give this kind of advice online, without knowing more about your pregnancy and health....

Previous Abortions: Does Midwife Need to Know?

On a personal level, you have every right to keep the information about your past abortions private. If you do not want to, there is no need to...

Reducing Medication For a Home Birth - Where do I Start?

Thanks for your question. You obviously feel passionately about having a home birth, but what your midwife has told you about needing to monitor...

Ultrasounds - What is EFBW and GMS?

Thanks for your question and congratulations on your pregnancy. During pregnancy, a number of ultrasounds and scans are carried out to monitor how...

What are the Medical Allowances for Being Induced?

Sorry to hear you’re not having a pleasant time with the final weeks of your pregnancy. Labour normally occurs between 39 and 41 weeks of...

What Can I Do About New Hours When Returning After Maternity?

Thanks for your question. Going back to work again after maternity leave is a big deal for many women and facing extra pressures of changes to your...