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Stress incontinence in younger women: prevention and treatment

24 May 2000

Nursing Standard

CPD

Urinary stress incontinence is prevalent in older people, but it has also been found to affect fit nulliparous women. Building pelvic floor muscles with pelvic...

The importance of adequate fluid and fibre intake during pregnancy

21 February 2007

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Dietary advice about fluid and fibre for pregnant women is limited in comparison to information on folic acid. Low intakes of these nutrients can affect the health...

Multiple sclerosis: pregnancy and parenthood

02 October 2002

Nursing Standard

CPD

Women with multiple sclerosis often have concerns about how their disease will affect them and their baby in pregnancy. This article provides evidence to address...

Nutrition in pregnancy: the facts and fallacies

22 January 2003

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

In addition to state registered dietitians, nurses and other health professionals face the challenge of communicating clear and consistent information about food,...

Childhood and teenage pregnancies

28 April 2004

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Childhood and teenage pregnancy poses a significant social and health problem in the UK and it has implications for nurses across a wide range of disciplines. This...

Low maternal weight: effects on maternal and infant health during pregnancy

26 September 2007

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

A healthy body weight on conception and adequate weight gain during pregnancy are important to ensure that mother and baby remain well. A low maternal weight and...