When Lindi was 7 months pregnant with her first baby, her obstetrician closed down his practice to move overseas.  This was extremely inconvenient and nerve racking for Lindi who didn’t have any record of her care over the last months. She couldn’t recall what her vital sign readings said, what her lab results were and what some of her scans have looked like. She wished that she had her own copy of her records. If you are pregnant, here’s what you should tracking: Blood pressure Your blood pressure readings provide a guide of how well your pregnancy has been progressing…

Staff writer Are you pregnant and need to travel? Hitting the road doesn’t have to be a nightmare; here are some tips on how to make your journey easier and more enjoyable. Air travel Check the airline’s policy about air travel during pregnancy and consult with your doctor before embarking on air travel, even if you have done it before. If possible, opt to travel in the middle of your pregnancy, this is when you’re likely to feel your best, and the risks of miscarriage and premature labor are the lowest. Get plenty of sleep the night before you leave,…

Staff writer Every pregnant woman wants to have that gorgeous ‘glow’ that people often talk about. If your skin isn’t quite dewy and radiant, here are some tips to get you looking fabulous. Drink plenty of water Apart from flushing out toxins from the body as well as maintaining sufficient amniotic fluid, water will keep your skin dewy and moist and help your skin stretch.  Aim for eight glasses of water daily because if your skin is not getting enough water, it will feel dry, tight, flaky and more prone to wrinkling.  Skin care regiment If you are prone to…