Rhesus disease can occur in pregnancy when there’s a Rhesus incompatibility between mother and baby. The condition is unusual but serious when it occurs.

Find out about pre eclampsia the most common complication of pregnancy with 5-10% of pregnancies being affected by the condition.

Obstetric cholestasis is a rare condition that occurs in pregnancy and affects both the liver and the flow of bile from that organ.

The loss of a baby during pregnancy is just as devastating no matter what it is termed, but technically a miscarriage describes the loss of a baby before 20 weeks of pregnancy and stillbirth describes the loss of a baby after 20 weeks.

Gestational diabetes effects 3 -10% of pregnant women and those who suffer the condition have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus after pregnancy.

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilised egg implants inside the fallopian tube instead of the uterus. It is a non viable pregnancy and an extremely serious condition that needs urgent attention.

While cord prolapses are rare, they are life threatening for the baby. The aim is to deliver the baby as soon as possible, usually by emergency Caesarean.

A placental abruption is a rare complication that happens when the placenta lifts off the wall of the uterus. Read about the signs and how to manage it.

There are many possible reasons for vaginal bleeding during pregnancy. Any vaginal bleeding should be communicated to your caregiver so that possible health concerns can be investigated and ruled out.

During pregnancy everything that goes into your mouth and body impacts on the health of your developing baby. Always talk to your doctor before taking any medication.

Depending on your cultural background, you, your partner, or the combination of you together, could mean that genetic testing is a sensible precaution.

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.

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.

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.