This is a hot topic, partly because the practice of testing for GBS in pregnancy here in the UK is different to the USA, and…
Dr Brooke
Feb 23
As an obstetrician and gynaecologist, I felt fairly calm and prepared throughout my first pregnancy. I knew what lay ahead, I was familiar with common…
Dr Brooke
Feb 20
Each time you see your midwife or doctor in the later part of your pregnancy, they will usually examine your abdomen. One of the main…
Dr Brooke
Feb 18
Pre-eclampsia affects around 2-8 in every 100 pregnant women. If you ever watched the episode of Downton Abbey where Lady Sybil develops the symptoms of…
Dr Brooke
Feb 6
The final weeks of pregnancy are some of the most difficult you will experience. You are mentally prepared, the bag is packed and you have…
Dr Brooke
Jan 8
We are so grateful to announce the safe arrival of our son, born at 38+5 weeks and weighing a very healthy 3.9kg (8 lb 11!).…
Dr Brooke
Nov 6
