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Healthy Pregnancy

Sleep During Pregnancy: Sleep on Side

Sleep During Pregnancy: Sleep on Side

In the third trimester of pregnancy, going to sleep on your side has been shown to help prevent stillbirth. Learn more. Read more

Published: 13th June, 2018

Updated: 22nd June, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Sex During Pregnancy

Sex During Pregnancy

It's perfectly safe to have sex during pregnancy unless your doctor or midwife has told you not to. Learn more. Read more

Published: 10th June, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Smoking and Pregnancy

Smoking and Pregnancy

Protecting your baby from cigarette smoke is one of the best things you can do for their health. Learn more about smoking during pregnancy. Read more

Published: 10th June, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Signs of Premature Labour

Signs of Premature Labour

Premature labour (also called preterm or early labour) means going into labour before 37 weeks. Learn more about the signs and symptoms. Read more

Published: 22nd June, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Pregnancy Sun Safety

Pregnancy Sun Safety

During pregnancy, your skin can become more sensitive due to hormonal changes. Learn more about sun safety during pregnancy. Read more

Published: 23rd June, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Pregnancy Screening Tests

Pregnancy Screening Tests

Antenatal checks and tests: During your pregnancy, you'll be offered a range of tests, including blood tests and ultrasound baby scans. Learn more. Read more

Published: 30th June, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Common Pregnancy Health Problems

Common Pregnancy Health Problems

From constipation to back pain, discover essential tips for managing nine common pregnancy problems. Read more

Published: 14th July, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Weight Gain in Pregnancy

Weight Gain in Pregnancy

Gaining weight is a natural part of pregnancy and varies greatly. Learn more about what to expect. Read more

Published: 8th August, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Pregnancy: Foods to Avoid

Pregnancy: Foods to Avoid

Navigate pregnancy safely by knowing which foods to skip. Learn more. Read more

Published: 17th August, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Alcohol During Pregnancy

Alcohol During Pregnancy

Choosing not to drink alcohol during pregnancy is a positive step. Learn more. Read more

Published: 17th August, 2024

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Glossary of pregnancy terms

Glossary of pregnancy terms

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Published: 8th February, 2025

Author: Elizabeth Hutton

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  • Anterior Placenta: Your Questions Answered

    Anterior Placenta: Your Questions Answered

    What is the placenta? What does it mean to have an anterior placenta? The placenta is an incredible organ, belonging to both you and your baby. Learn more about your baby's lifeline and what an anterior placenta means for baby movement.

  • Your Baby's Movements

    Your Baby's Movements

    Feeling your baby move is a sign they are well. Here's all you need to know about why you should monitor your baby's movements - and how.

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    Kicks Count Wristbands

    How can a Kicks Count Wristband help me? How do you use one? We answer your frequently asked questions.

  • FMH and reduced movements

    FMH and reduced movements

    My baby was born alive thanks to your campaign, I would have taken the advice about baby movements from my parents as gospel otherwise ... after all, they have 6 kids between them, they are the experts ... aren't they???

  • Hollyoaks star Kirsty-Leigh Porter reveals tragic stillbirth

    Hollyoaks star Kirsty-Leigh Porter reveals tragic stillbirth

    Hollyoaks star Kirsty-Leigh Porter has revealed her precious baby girl was stillborn on 21st December 2018.

  • How many Kicks should I feel in 1 hour?

    There is no set number of movements you need to feel in one hour, 2 hours or 24 hours. Get to know what is normal for your baby and report any change immediately.

  • What can I expect when I report reduced movement?

    What can I expect when I report reduced movement?

    The care you receive when you report a change in movement will depend on your stage of pregnancy. Here you can find out what to expect.

  • Why Ditch the Doppler?

    Why Ditch the Doppler?

    In 2017 Kicks Count launched a campaign to regulate or ban the sale of home dopplers to expectant parents in the UK. Here the CEO explains why.

  • Your Pregnancy: Week by Week

    Your Pregnancy: Week by Week

    Find out what to expect during your pregnancy, depending on the week.

  • Free Kick Counting App

    Free Kick Counting App

    The Kicks Count app is designed to help you get to know your baby’s regular pattern of movement, once you have recorded sessions the graphs section will show you your baby’s movements over the last 2, 7 and 14 days.

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A Timely Intervention: Charlie's Birth Story

A Timely Intervention: Charlie's Birth Story

Saving lives with timely intervention - how Charlie's intuition, and fast-acting hospital team, ensured her son's safe arrival. Read more

Published: 18th April, 2024

Updated: 16th August, 2024

Author: Elizabeth Hutton

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