Exercise FAQs
Frequently asked questions about exercise in pregnancy, including what exercises to try and which ones to avoid.
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When to be careful about exercise
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Tips for staying active
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Types of exercise
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Pregnancy yoga at home with The Yoga Midwife
Yoga is a great way to stay active during and after pregnancy. The Yoga Midwife takes us through some simple poses to get you started. -
My fit pregnancy
Emily shares how staying active through pole dancing and yoga has helped her cope with the physical and mental challenges of pregnancy. -
Simple, at-home workouts from Bumps and Burpees
Pregnancy-safe, at-home workouts without equipment from Charlie, founder of Bumps and Burpees and personal trainer qualified in pre & post-natal training. -
Exercise: new guidelines say every little helps!
Even short bursts of exercise, like running up some stairs, can have a positive effect on women during pregnancy. Find out more about how it can help you. -
Using a birth ball
Our midwives explain how and why a birth ball can be used in the lead up to the birth of your baby, and during your labour and birth. -
Kelly Rowland talks about her pregnancy abdominal condition
The singer experienced diastasis recti after the birth of her son. -
Largest ever study of running habits shows that running in pregnancy is safe
The international retrospective study of 1,293 women who take part in parkrun found no evidence of negative effects of running on the baby. -
Study finds exercise and healthy eating reduces the need for caesarean section
A new study has found that women who eat healthily and stay active in pregnancy cut their chance of needing a caesarean section.
Read more about having a healthy diet in pregnancy
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Recipes and snacks
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Food safety in pregnancy
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Pregnancy supplements
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Having a healthy diet