Neural tube defect affects less than 1 in 1000 pregnancies. Learn about factors that increase your baby's risk, and what you can do to reduce risk.

Folate (folic acid) supplements are important for pregnancy as they can help prevent birth defects, including neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

Knowing what check-ups, screenings and scans to have and when to have them during your pregnancy is important information for every pregnant woman.

Folic acid, iodine and vitamin D supplements are recommended during pregnancy. But a healthy diet will provide all the other nutrients that you need.

Spina bifida is a condition that affects the normal development of a baby's spine early in pregnancy. Read about causes, diagnosis and support.

When you conceive, your body’s hormone levels change, but you may not notice any signs that you’re pregnant yet.

During pregnancy, some people become anaemic, which means they have too few red blood cells in their body. Diet and supplements can help.

You may still wonder, at week 5, if you are pregnant, but you can do a pregnancy test the day after you miss a period.

If you are thinking about pregnancy, visit your doctor for a preconception consult to provide you with expert advice on planning your pregnancy.

Linea nigra (sometimes called the ‘pregnancy line’) is a dark line of skin down the middle of your abdomen that often develops during the first trimester.