It was reassuring yet frustrating that I—along with others seeking to swim outdoors during pregnancy—were all being told to abstain, not necessarily because it was too dangerous but because ...

Practising midwife Pippa Davies has tips and advice around exercise for pregnant women - with workout ideas for each of the ...

Pregnancy is a period of numerous changes, and maintaining an active lifestyle can alleviate many of the challenges. Varicose ...

According to The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, exercise helps: Swimming during pregnancy comes highly recommended as a low-impact, non-load-bearing activity. Swimming lets you ...

Viv Galpin, health and wellbeing manager at BH Live, said: "Swimming is hugely beneficial during pregnancy. "As a low-impact activity supported by the water, it enables greater freedom of movement ...

In January 2002 the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) published new recommendations and guidelines for exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period. 1 Regular exercise ...