Common pregnancy health issues
Common pregnancy health issues
Some common pregnancy health issues include problems with:
Hormones
Some women are said to have ‘glow’ about them when they are pregnant but sadly this isn’t the case for everyone.
Hormones affect different women in different ways, and every woman has a different experience of how they feel during their pregnancy. Many may find they have common pregnancy symptoms, which leave them feeling tired, nauseous and unwell.
These symptoms are very common and don’t usually last for the full 9 months. There are things you can do to help with your symptoms and your GP can help if you are really struggling to carry on with everyday tasks.
Remember that these are temporary symptoms that usually last for a few weeks, and only in rare cases until the birth.
See more information about pregnancy from the NHS.
Gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is usually a temporary condition that occurs during pregnancy. It happens because your body is unable to produce enough insulin to control your blood sugars.
This condition can cause your baby to grow larger than normal and increase the risk of a caesarean section birth.
This condition is very common and, if found early, can be managed and treated.
See more information about gestational diabetes on the Humber and North Yorkshire Maternity Website.
Maternal dental health
Changes in your body during pregnancy can affect the health of your teeth and gums, so it's important to see a dentist regularly.
During pregnancy, and for the year following birth, mothers are entitled to free dental treatment on the NHS.
See more information about maternal dental health from the NHS.
The NHS has information on dentists and how to find a dentist in your area
Pelvic health
There are many changes to your body during pregnancy, making room for the growth and development of your baby. This is quite normal.
These changes can affect your bladder, bowel and vagina so it is important to keep your pelvic floor strong. There are some very simple exercises you can do to help keep your pelvic floor strong and healthy.
If you are worried about any changes to your body then speak to your midwife or GP, who will be able to help, assess and advise you.
See more information about pelvic floor exercises on the Humber and North Yorkshire Maternity website.
