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Pregnancy has its ups and downs: moments of bliss when you feel at one with your unborn baby, lovely milestones like hearing your baby’s heartbeat or feeling the first kick - and then there are pregnancy niggles such as backache, swollen feet, heartburn and constipation.

The good news is that most symptoms can be relieved, if not eliminated, by following a healthy, balanced diet and doing some regular, gentle exercise. Discuss with your doctor any exercise regime you might have in mind as some forms of exercise, such as high-impact sports like squash and running, are not suitable for pregnant women. And if backache is affecting you in later pregnancy, speak to your public health nurse about correct posture and ways to make yourself comfortable and get a good night’s sleep.

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Breastfeeding is best for your baby and provides many benefits. Good maternal nutrition is important for the preparation and maintenance of breastfeeding.

Introducing partial bottle-feeding could negatively affect breastfeeding and a decision not to breastfeed is difficult to reverse. Infant Milk Formula should only be used on the advice of a health professional and the manufacturer's instructions for use should be followed carefully. Improper use of an infant milk or innappropriate foods or feeding methods may present a health hazard. The social and financial implications of using infant milks should be taken into consideration. If you choose to bottlefeed, do not allow prolonged or frequent contact of milk feeds with your baby's teeth since this increases the risk of tooth decay. Make sure your baby's teeth are cleaned after the last feed at night.


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