Trying for a baby
So you are thinking of trying to get pregnant? Congratulations! This page is here to help you find advice and support that will help you and your partner along this journey.
Click on each content section for more details.
Planning to get pregnant - health
There are some things that you can do to optimise your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy.
The NHS has created this helpful page which talks you through what supplemants you should take, what lifestyle choices to make as well as what other things to consider (such as the impact on any medicines you are taking etc). You can view this information by clicking here.
Planning on having a baby - finances
Having a child is expensive, yet many parents are not fully aware of the impact having a child can have on their finances. When considering having a baby it is helpful to look at your finances and ensure that you are fully aware of what impact any child may have on your family income. Which? has created a short guide which talks you through what to consider. You can view this page by clicking here .
MoneyHelper is a free government website which has a range of helpful guides for new or expecting parents. You can view this guide by clicking here .
Finally, Best Start Bedford Borough as a dedicated section on 'Money Matters' which you can view by clicking here
Trying to get pregnant
We are often given lots of tips and tricks on how to get pregnant, including many old wives tales. Whilst these are often well meaning we advise you seek advice on what to Do (and not do) when trying to get pregnant from the NHS's website. You can find their section on 'trying to get pregnant' by clicking here
Having a baby if you are LGBT+
The number of LGBT+ people becoming parents is increasing.
If you're thinking about having children, the NHS have created an overview of the various routes to parenthood available to you.
You can view this overview by clicking here
Getting pregnant if you have a mental health condition
If you have a mental health condition, or did in the past, being pregnant can make you unwell again.
This NHS overview explains some of the potential challenges as well as the support you can expect along your journey. You can view this overview by clicking here
Getting pregnant if you have a mental health condition
If you have a mental health condition, or did in the past, being pregnant can make you unwell again.
This NHS overview explains some of the potential challenges as well as the support you can expect along your journey. You can view this overview by clicking here