The more you know about your pregnancy and your options, the more you are likely to feel in control. The information given here is based on The Pregnancy Book, which your midwife should give you at your first appointment.   

Before you are pregnant

• All about conception and getting pregnant
• Planning another pregnancy?

Your pregnancy and labour

• Your pregnancy week by week
• 40+ weeks pregnant
• Your health in pregnancy
• Common health problems
• Antenatal care
• Choosing where to have your baby
• Signs that labour has begun
• When pregnancy goes wrong

You and your baby

• Your pregnancy and baby guide
• What you will need for your baby?
• The first days with your baby

General pregnancy topics

• Feelings and relationships
• Information for dads
• Maternity leave and employment rights