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Nutrition Whilst Pregnant It's a worrying and wonderful time wondering what to eat during pregnancy. There are so many myths... our Pregnancy Expert, Karen Wilmot has the answers for you. Read More >>		Care Provider Warning Signs If you desire a natural childbirth then you need to find a care provider who works in an environment that supports natural childbirth. We've got the signs to look out for here. Read More >>
Pregnant In The Heat While the rest of the world rejoices about up and coming warm months, those of us in the Middle East console ourselves by planning trips to escape the sweltering heat. Here's some top tips to survive the heat. Read More >>		Choosing A Birth Plan When we visit our hairdressers, we know the style we want- so why should it be any different with our OB-GYNs? Having a birth plan can really put your mind at rest and prevent unwanted stresses. Read More >>

 Round Ligament pain in pregnancy

As your uterus grows during pregnancy, the ligaments stretch and thicken to accommodate and support it. These changes may occasionally cause pain on one or both sides of your abdomen. There are some exercises, for example prenatal yoga, should help ease your symptoms. However rest is one of the best ways to help with this kind of pain.  Read more>>

TENS Machine

Karen Wilmot, our ExpatWoman pregnancy expert takes a look at pain management during labour and the benefits of using a TENS Machine. To use one or not use one is the burning question. Read More>>

Post Natal Depression

Are you feeling down after the birth of your child? Don't suffer in silence. PND, also known as the "baby blues" is a recognised condition and there is lots you can do to sort it out. Our pregnacy expert, Karen Wilmot, has some advice and information for you. Read More>>

 Understanding Labour Pains

If you're pregnant you may be worrying about the onset of your labour pains. In order to manage childbirth pain well you need to understand how your body processes pain and how your mind perceives it. Read More>>

Labouraid- A High Energy Drink For Expectant Mums

Having a baby is hard work and it is important to drink a lot of fluid throughout to avoid having to have an IV which will limit your movement. Water is fine but has no nutritional value. Most women don’t fancy eating much while they are in labour, so why don’t you make some tasty, high energy drinks to sip on while you pace and breathe your way through surges. Read More>>

New Years Resolutions

It's that time of year again- New years Resolutions time where we make new decisions to adopt new habits. Here's the Top Ten New Years Resolutions from our EW Pregnancy Expert, Karen Wilmot. Read More>>

ExpatWoman Pregnancy Diary

The Doting Doulas and Doula Baby Abu Dhabi are experts in the stages of pregnancy and have developed a calendarised diary of what to expect during each week of your pregnancy.

Here are Weeks 4- 8  , Weeks 9- 12, Weeks 13- 16 and Weeks 17-20 for you to find out what is happening to your baby and you during the formative weeks. 

 ExpatWoman Pregnancy, Baby & Toddlers Information Board

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