Maternal health
Take a look at our advice and tips for new mums and mums-to-be.
The right support can make a big difference and help you enjoy a healthy and happy pregnancy.
Tips for a happy mum and baby
Be active
Moving more works wonders for your physical and mental health. Being active helps pump oxygen around your body and gives your baby a boost that can help them grow.
Don't drink alcohol
Official medical advice is to avoid alcohol altogether. Drinking alcohol increases the risk of miscarriage, premature birth and low birth weight. It can also cause your baby health problems such as liver damage, epilepsy, and learning and behavioural difficulties.
Quit smoking
Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of stillbirth, miscarriage and premature birth. Smoking sends harmful chemicals to your baby, depriving them of oxygen and forcing their tiny heart to beat faster.
Eat well
Your baby will benefit from healthier foods and nutrients, so it’s important to try to make nutritious choices where you can while pregnant.
Try not to worry
Being pregnant puts a strain on both your body and your mind. It’s completely normal to feel a bit stressed or worried. To keep from feeling overwhelmed, remember to make time for yourself and ask for help when you need it.
Best Start family hubs and children's centres
Free services and support for children from birth to 5 and their families in Liverpool.
Visit Best Start family hubs and children's centres
24 Magic Months
Making the most of your child's early years and what to expect at each stage of a child's development.
Download from the app store
Mamafit
Mamafit supports women at all stages of pregnancy to stay healthy and active, helping them get fit for birth.
Visit Mamafit
Squeezy
Helps women with their pelvic floor muscle exercises as part of a physiotherapy programme.
Visit Squeezy
Smokefree Liverpool
A free confidential service to help Liverpool residents quit smoking tobacco or e-cigarettes, no matter how many times you’ve tried before.
Learn more about Smokefree Liverpool
Healthy Start
If you're pregnant or have a child under four years old you could get Healthy Start vouchers to help buy some basic foods.
View the Healthy Start website
NHS pregnancy and mental health guide
Advice if you've had mental ill-health in the past, including how to recognise symptoms during pregnancy and where to get help.
View the NHS pregnancy and mental health guide
NHS pregnancy and baby guide
Information from the NHS on how to look after yourself and your baby while you're pregnant.
View the NHS pregnancy and baby guide