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Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but whether this is your first or fifth baby, looking after yourself is incredibly important. There is so much you can do to improve your diet and lifestyle to keep you and your baby healthy during your pregnancy. From the initial positive test all the way through to förlossning and the postnatal period, there are some common problems you need to be aware of, but hopefully your little bundle of joy will soon find its way into the world without any hiccups.

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Pregnancy brings big changes. Discover all you need to know about pregnancy including trying to get pregnant, foods to avoid and how to keep well in pregnancy.

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Graviditetsvård

Antenatal care is the routine medical and midwifery care you receive during pregnancy to keep you and your baby healthy. It includes regular physical check-ups, ultrasound scans, and blood tests.

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Baby och småbarn

Caring for babies and toddlers comes with many questions. From feeding to sleep and common illnesses, discover trusted advice for this vital stage of life.

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Blödning under graviditet

Bleeding during pregnancy can be alarming but doesn't always indicate a serious problem. You should contact your GP or midwife as soon as possible whenever you experience bleeding.

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Preventivmedel

There are many contraception options available, including pills, patches, implants, injections, intrauterine devices (IUDs), condoms, and natural methods. Each has its own pros and cons, and the best choice depends on your health, lifestyle, and preferences.

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Infections in pregnancy

During pregnancy, your immune system naturally changes, making you more susceptible to illnesses. While some common infections like the cold are mild, others can lead to severe maternal illness or complications to the baby.

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Förlossning och barnafödande

Read about what happens during labour and birth, including the 3 stages of labour, contractions, dilation, birth positions and monitoring your baby.

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Newborn baby screening tests

Newborn screening involves critical tests performed shortly after birth—most notably the heel prick blood spot test around day 5, alongside hearing and physical examinations.

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Graviditetskomplikationer

Not every pregnancy runs smoothly. Learn about common complications like gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia, and how doctors help keep you and your baby safe.

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