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Pregnancy

Your baby’s development

Babies grow from a fertilised egg in the first weeks, to a fully developed baby in the last few months. Every woman and every pregnancy is different, so try not to worry if things happen for you a little earlier or a little later than for other mums to be.

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Fetal growth restriction

When babies are smaller and lighter than they should be for that stage of pregnancy

First signs of pregnancy

The early signs of pregnancy and what to do next if you are pregnant

Getting to know your baby's movements

What your baby's movements feel like and what to do if they start to move less

Having a safe and healthy pregnancy

How to look after your health and the health of your growing baby

Having another baby

How long to wait until you try for another baby and how to get your body ready

Twins and multiple births

How pregnancy and birth are different if you're having twins or multiples

When to tell people you're pregnant

How and when to tell your friends, family, employer and work colleagues you're pregnant

​How your baby develops week to week

How your baby grows and develops during your pregnancy, and the changes you'll notice

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