What to expect in the third trimester of pregnancy
There is useful information in this piece from the HSE.ie website about what to expect during the last three months of your pregnancy. There may be changes to some aspects of care due to the restrictions surrounding the Coronavirus but check with your GP or antenatal clinic. Your antenatal care Week 28 until the birth […]
What to expect in the first trimester of pregnancy
The first trimester is from 0 to 12 weeks. This is the beginning of your pregnancy and is a very important time for its development. You may feel more tired, and will see some physical and emotional changes. You can also get started with the medical and maternity care that is available for you and […]
Thinking of having a baby?
If you are thinking of having a baby then you can find lots of useful information on the MyChild.ie website Pregnancy section . Topics covered include: Getting pregnant Pregnancy health Pregnancy related conditions Stages of pregnancy Preparing for birth Partners […]
Some new and expectant mothers finding the Covid-19 crisis ‘very challenging’
This article from the journal.ie website https://www.thejournal.ie/ looks at how new and expectant mothers may find themselves struggling with mental health issues in the current pandemic situation. Remember if you are struggling with any issues you can contact Donegal Parent Support line on FREEPHONE 1800 112277. You can also click the link to download Aware NI […]
Corona Virus and Pregnancy – information and advice from the HSE
It is really important that we work together to support women who are pregnant at this time. Here is some useful information from the HSE about Corona Virus and pregnancy https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus-and-pregnancy.html
Calling all parents and parents-to-be
The HSE needs your views on antenatal classes, information booklets and a new child health website: Are you a parent or a parent-to-be? By taking part in a quick online survey, you can help improve the information provided by the HSE during pregnancy and/or your child’s early years. Parents who have been through some or […]
Mevagh FRC Breastfeeding Support Group
Mums-to-be and breastfeeding mums are welcome to come along to the Mevagh Breastfeeding Support group run in the Family Resource Centre on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 – 12:30. The group is led by the local Public Health Nurse. The next group will be this Thursday 3rd August.
Anxiety in Pregnancy
Here is a great piece from John Sharry about the very natural anxiety that many women experience when they are pregnant with their first baby. Anxiety in Pregnancy: I worry that I won’t be a good mother
Letterkenny Maternity Unit Antenatal Information
Pregnancy, birth and motherhood are enormous changes in the life of a woman and her family. Antenatal care monitors your health during pregnancy, as well as the health and development of your baby. Antenatal education classes aim to help prepare the parents-to-be for pregnancy, labour and the transition to parenthood. Antenatal Classes This is a […]