Studies suggest that relaxation during pregnancy can regulate emotional states and physiology [1]. It can reduce maternal stress and improve wellbeing [2], and even reduce anxiety symptoms in women with high-risk pregnancies [3]. Moreover, practising mindfulness can...
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. To raise awareness, we’ve shared 10 facts that you need to know about childhood cancer. We discuss how umbilical cord blood can help to treat childhood cancers and share the story of 4-year-old, Josh Stockill, who...
As any expectant parent knows, preparing for the arrival of a new baby requires a lot of decision-making. After all, it’s only natural that you want to be sure that you’ve made the right choice for your baby and your family. That’s why we’ve written this guide for you...
Choosing a name for a newborn is a deeply personal decision that significantly impacts a child’s identity. Baby names in the UK change over time due to a combination of culture, tradition, and modern influences. Despite this, classic names continue to remain...
Introduction: An Exciting New Chapter In this blog post, we delve into the second trimester – a period often considered the most enjoyable phase of pregnancy. This is a time of remarkable transformation, not just for you but especially for your growing baby and...
The first trimester of pregnancy marks the beginning of a remarkable journey of growth and transformation. This period is characterised by rapid development, starting from a single master cell to a miniature wonder with a beating heart. In this blog post, we will...
