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8 best tips for the 1st trimester of your pregnancy

You're pregnant! Take a look at our handy hints to help you with the first 12 weeks of your pregnancy

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Posted: 14 June 2011
by Liz Stansfield

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1) Things to do once your test is positive

  • Take a second test. Most testers are accurate but take another for that ‘second opinion’.
  • Let your GP know and make an appointment to confirm the pregnancy and start the antenatal ball rolling.
  • Join up to internet forums and talk to other mums. Believe us, their advice can be invaluable, especially if you haven’t shared your news in the ‘real’ world yet..
  • Start taking your folic acid (if you didn't while you were trying). Experts recommend 400 micrograms a day in the first three months.
  • Start a diary. A daily diary of what’s happening to your body and any pregnancy symptoms you have is a great way to monitor your pregnancy, and will give you something to look back on fondly once your baby arrives.
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