Your Pregnancy Magazine - December 2019/January 2020

In this issue

Birthing in a state hospital: What’s it really like? Newborn: When your baby’s lifeline is around the neck. Your month-by-month guide to pregnancy, from fertility, through the whole nine months, and up to “Ta-daa! Baby’s here!”

All About Your Hormones

Pregnancy hormones have some unpleasant side effects: mood swings, your chest feels like it’s on fire, and your teenage pimples are back. But there are also some pleasant surprises to look out for, writes Shanda Luyt

6 mins

Milk Is Medicine

Staša Jordan, founder of the South African Breastmilk Reserve, tells the story of the hugely successful breast-milk donation initiative she began in 2003, writes Margot Bertelsmann

5 mins

Risky Business

While pregnancy itself isn’t a risky state to be in, there are certain circumstances in which you and your baby might need additional care. These are some of the most common ones, writes Tracey Hawthorne

5 mins

Bumped & Dumped

How to cope with unexpected single parenthood

8 mins

Tummy Troubles

Concerned about how often your newborn is pooing, or that it’s a bit runny? Don’t worry, it’s probably all normal

5 mins

Baby Weight

You’ve heard so much about how much baby should weigh at birth. But what happens after that may surprise you

3 mins

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Your Pregnancy Magazine Description:

Your Pregnancy is the only local magazine that offers relevant, credible and accurate information on all aspects of pregnancy. Its local and international experts answer all questions quickly and respectfully. The magazine acknowledges pregnant women’s need to look and feel good. They are concerned about their baby’s health and wellness, but also care about their own. The magazine provides all the info that’s needed, as well as the latest fashion and beauty trends, health issues and exercises. It covers all aspects of pregnancy. The team loves what it does – and it shows.