by Charlie Ellis-James | Homeopathy, Pregnancy
Oh, it can be tough! You’re getting towards the end of your pregnancy, things are getting pretty uncomfortable, and your hands, feet and ankles are all swollen. Add in any element of summer and this usually makes things worse. Slow and gradual swelling of these areas...
by Charlie Ellis-James | Homeopathy, Pregnancy
Is it ‘normal’ to feel exhausted in pregnancy? Is it ‘normal’ to feel spent, like you can’t go on. It might be common. But I don’t think that means it’s right. Needing to rest more. Knowing your limits and putting your feet up when your body is calling for it....
by Charlie Ellis-James | Homeopathy, Pregnancy
I remember when I started struggling to sleep towards the end of my pregnancy, and kept on being told it was practice for what was to come. Harsh, but not true. It’s the time you need sleep. Your body is working so hard, and it needs to rest and recuperate. So sleep...
by Charlie Ellis-James | Homeopathy, Pregnancy
You’re pregnant. You’re maybe excited, possibly a bit nervous, and most likely a bit uncomfortable at times too. The last thing you need is constipation. But it’s common in pregnancy. You have more of the hormone progesterone when you are pregnant. This is essential...
by Charlie Ellis-James | Pregnancy
Heartburn can be a real issue in pregnancy. As the baby grows, they press everywhere, and up against your stomach is one place. This can cause the stomach acid to be pushed upwards, causing heartburn, indigestion or acid reflux. Managing these symptoms by eating small...
by Charlie Ellis-James | Pregnancy
Is it labour yet? Braxton Hicks feel ‘different’ to contractions. But if you’ve never had contractions, how will you know? What’s happening is your womb is contracting and relaxing, but labour hasn’t started yet. These can also be called false labour pains. You are...