From bump to first birthday

Every week of the journey, explained by people who get it.

Evidence-based guidance for trying to conceive, pregnancy, and the first year — warm, clear, and never overwhelming.

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Week 16

Baby is about the size of an avocado. Hello, energy. Baby can hear your voice and you may feel the first kicks.

Second trimester Read the Week 16 guide →

Follow along, week by week

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WEEK 08
Heartbeat & first scan

What to expect at your dating ultrasound.
WEEK 16
The first flutters

When quickening starts — and when not to worry.
WEEK 24
The viability milestone

Glucose screening and what the numbers mean.
WEEK 32
Packing the bag

A no-nonsense hospital bag checklist.

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Best Nappy Bags UK 2026: What to Buy and What to Skip
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BABY
How Much Does a Baby Cost in the UK? A Real First-Year Budget (2026)
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Quietly useful for the first trimester

Editorially chosen — never paid placements
Maternity support band

Eases lower-back load as bump grows · £34

Side-sleeper pillow

Comfortable past week 20 · £59

Unscented stretch oil

Fragrance-free, derm-tested · £22