Antenatal screens and tests
Antenatal screens and tests during the early stages of your pregnancy can help identify problems and may help you come to important decisions about your baby.
Eating For Baby
Eating right during pregnancy is a familiar message- here we dig a little deeper to look at the science that explains why certain foods are recommended.
VBAC: What You Should Know
VBAC, or vaginal birth after caesarean, is a birth option. Caesarean deliveries in New Zealand are at 30% but vaginal birth is possible after a c-section. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand's family health section
Your pregnancy at week 31
His cute little head is very soft, and it might be covered in lashings of thick hair or be as bald as an eagle, depending on genetic tendencies.
Homebirth – What To Consider
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Signs of multiple pregnancy
Pregnancy is exciting enough but learning you are expecting twins is amazing! Learn what pregnancy signs and symptoms to expect when you're pregnant with twins
Your pregnancy at week 28
At week 28 your baby's brain likely has 100 billion neurons capable of firing off 100 trillion connections - read more about your baby here
Sex During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can have many different effects on you, and your relationship. Here are some of the common questions women ask about sex during pregnancy.
Baby Gifts and Registry
Receiving baby gifts is part of the fun of having a baby shower or celebrating the birth of your child. Find out the benefits of having a baby gift registry and how to choose baby gifts that you want and need.
Ways to ease back pain
Back pain in pregnancy is common. Understand the causes of back pain and lower back pain during pregnancy and tips on how to relieve it.
Pregnancy hormones
Understand pregnancy hormones and the effects they have on your body during the second trimester.
Sex during early pregnancy
It is now well recognised and accepted that making love throughout pregnancy is perfectly safe, in the absence of pregnancy complications.
Your pregnancy at week 16
Follow your baby's development in utero with weekly developmental updates. Week 16 sees baby having a growth spurt and doubly in weight.
Physical Changes 12 to 28 weeks
For most women the 2nd trimester is the most comfortable phase of their pregnancy. However, this stage can also bring with it its own unique physical changes. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand.
Weight gain during pregnancy
Being pregnant inevitably means you will gain weight. However, how much weight gain during pregnancy varies from woman to woman.
Placenta previa
The placenta implants high in the top of the uterus. Occasionally part, or all of it, will implant in the lower segment of the uterus. This is known as placenta previa and more severe cases are prone to bleed heavily during labour.
To Eat Nuts Or Not
If you're pregnant and craving peanut butter on toast, the good news is that it may not be bad for baby after all.
Timing Contractions
Timing contractions from the beginning of one to the beginning of the next one, this tells you how far apart the contractions are.
Quickening
Quickening is the early signs of your baby's movements during pregnancy. Learn more about your baby's kicks and quickening during pregnancy.
Assisted Conception
If you're trying to get pregnant or about to our guide to getting pregnant provides you with the necessary information such as preparing to conceive, ovulation calculators, healthy eating and pre-pregnancy checklists. Find everything for babies, toddlers & kids 0-14 - Kidspot New Zealand's
Your pregnancy at week 10
Exciting news! At week 10 science no longer refers to your baby as an 'embryo'
Pregnancy And Travel
Safe pregnancy travel information. Find out the best time to travel during your pregnancy and what you need to do to prepare for travel while pregnant. Kidspot New Zealand
Packing For Hospital
By around 36 weeks you will want to have your bags all packed ready for the trip to hospital to have your baby! We have a comprehensive list for you to start gathering up the essentials.
Choosing a maternity bra
There are many things you can do without when you're pregnant but investing in a maternity bra is a must. Find out how to buy the best maternity bra.
Naming grandparents
Find out how to name grandparents during your pregnancy without family conflict.
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Pregnancy symptoms you should never ignore
There are many pregnancy symptoms that are part of a healthy pregnancy but there are also symptoms of pregnancy you shouldn't ignore and can lead to pregnancy complications.
Natural Birth
A natural birth means a vaginal delivery without drugs or medical interventions such as an epidural, pethidine or a caesarian. Find advice and information on giving birth naturally with support from a midwife or birthing partner. Kidspot New Zealand
New Dad fears
Pregnancy fears are real for both Mum-to-be and Dad-to-be. Find out how to reassure your partners pregnancy fears using practical pregnancy advice, including sharing a birth plan and attending antenatal classes.