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Food and drink safety

What's not safe to eat during pregnancy?

There are some foods that are best avoided during pregnancy. Find out what isn't safe to eat when you're expecting!

Is it safe to eat cheese when you're pregnant?

Drinking alcohol during pregnancy: dangers and effects

Caffeine and pregnancy: what's safe?

Is it safe to drink coffee during pregnancy?

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Is it safe to…beauty and cosmetics?

Is it safe to have a bikini or leg wax in pregnancy?

Is it safe to use hair removal creams when pregnant?

Is safe to go in a jacuzzi or sauna during pregnancy?

Is it safe to use facial moisturisers during pregnancy?

Is it safe to perm or rebond my hair during pregnancy?

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Sex and relationships in pregnancy

Sex during pregnancy

Find out all you need to know about sex during pregnancy. What's safe, what isn't and what precautions to take.

Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy?

I'm pregnant and my husband is away on work for long periods of time. How do I cope with the loneliness?

I am pregnant and my husband is abusive. What can I do about domestic violence?

Sex in pregnancy: first trimester

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Treatment safety

Is it safe to use an asthma inhaler during pregnancy?

Is it safe to have an X-ray during pregnancy?

Illegal drugs in pregnancy

How can I treat my hayfever safely while I'm pregnant?

A look at over-the-counter medicines in pregnancy

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Safe exercise in pregnancy

Exercising safely in pregnancy

When it's not safe to exercise in pregnancy

Guide to exercising in pregnancy

What activities should I avoid during pregnancy?

Your pelvic floor in pregnancy

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Is it safe…transport and travel

How can I spot and avoid dehydration in pregnancy?

Is it safe to use insect repellent during pregnancy?

Is it safe to walk through metal detectors and screening machines when pregnant?

Is it safe to travel by a two or three wheeler during pregnancy?

Tips for safely using public bathrooms in pregnancy

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Is it safe to... home and work?

Can household chores be dangerous during pregnancy?

Find out which household chores are safe to do during pregnancy and which ones are best avoided.

Is it safe to come into contact with chemicals during pregnancy?

Is it safe to use an electric blanket during pregnancy?

Is it safe to use household cleaning products during pregnancy?

Is it safe to paint my house or use paints during pregnancy?

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