Pregnancy cravings affect 90% of mums-to-be. Some are normal and some are a bit more unusual! Women usually crave these odd tastes and smells because they're lacking, or trying to build up, vitamins in their blood in order to keep the baby safe in the womb. We've taken a look at the reasons why you might scoff jars of gherkins when you're pregnant!

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The Atkins Diet is the famous high protein, high fat, diet launched by Dr Atkins in 1972 that millions have tried. It's a meat eater's dream, but has been criticised for being unhealthy. New research says low-carb diets like Atkins are 'most effective' for losing weight compared to other diets, with the average slimmer losing 10.3lbs.

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The decision to have a baby is one of the biggest you'll ever make, and after making that step you'll want things to go as smoothly as possible. Understanding your ovulation cycle is the first thing to get your head round. Use our ovulation calculator to work out when you're ovulating. Then there are 10 things about ovulation every woman needs to know. Read through our step-by-step guide, but first take note of our fertility facts.

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Is this the first time you've cooked a Christmas turkey? Or maybe you're just tired of the same old recipe and want to try something different. Either way this article will help you cook the perfect turkey this Christmas. Firstly, you should check the packaging for instructions on how long to defrost your turkey for, but if there aren't any, then follow this guide:

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It's easy to get carried away at Christmas, especially when you're surrounded by festive food and drink. But you don't need to be a scrooge to save money in the supermarket - here are our top 10 tips.

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Christmas dinner isn't just a great tradition, it's full of nutrients and it's actually good for you. So don't feel guilty, get stuck in!

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We're always being told to count our units and make sure we don't drink too much, but how many of us actually know how many units of alcohol are in our regular drinks? So, whether you're a fan of bottled beers, a glass of red or a quick gin and tonic, let us help you understand how many units of alcohol are in which drinks...

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Christmas and good health may not seem to go together particularly well, so you need to pay extra attention, if you want to stay illness-free this December. Here are 5 tips for staying healthy this Christmas.

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Plymouth is a city located in the south-west of the UK on the south coast of Devon on the border with Cornwall, about 190 miles south-west of London. Plymouth is home to over 250,000 people (the 15th most populous city in England), has an area of 30.6 sq miles and at it's highest point rise to155 metres above sea level.

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Entertaining your kids can be a tricky business at the best of times, and it's even more difficult during holidays. Here are 10 great family activities that will keep your kids busy, whatever the weather or their age.

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It's a small operation to cut a part of the penis, the vas deferens, so that sperm doesn't travel into the semen and make a woman pregnant. It's a simple operation done under local anaesthetic (your scrotum and testicles will be numb) - but if you are allergic to local anaesthetic or faint easily you might have a general anaesthetic.

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SAD now affects more than 4 million people in the UK. It's a form of depression that only occurs during the autumn and winter months, where sufferers experience fatigue, anxiety and depression. And this year, the rotten summer means that up to 10 million people will experience 'winter blues' and are likely to be feeling gloomy and down during the winter months.

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Want to know what's happening to you and your bump while it's growing inside you? Check its progress with this week-by-week pregnancy guide...

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There are times in every parent's life when sleep deprivation becomes a problem and it's pretty much accepted that for the first six months or so, it'll be a way of life.

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Bringing your baby home for the first time can be a scary prospect. In fact, the first few days and weeks are like a step into the unknown and it's easy to feel as if you're doing everything wrong.

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As your baby develops, there are other milestones which are fascinating to experience, like your baby's first tooth. Most children get this at around 6 months.

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Fashion shopping is a breeze if you follow these 10 top tips.

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A hundred years old and the bob still makes the cut! It’s not often in the fickle fashion industry that many styles make the hundred years old mark, but one style that has done so is the bob haircut.

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In the constant search to create and sustain a high performance organisation, how do you attract, retain and optimise really great people who can deal with any transformational challenge that the turbulent “more-for less” 21st Century business world can throw at them?

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Pethidine is a narcotic, controlled drug, which was introduced in 1939. It's most commonly given intramuscularly by injection into the thigh or buttock, although it can also be administered intravenously. It takes around 20 minutes to take effect and lasts for 2-4 hours. It can be re-administered, but as it affects the baby, you should be wary of having repeated doses.

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You can boost your energy levels by making small changes to the foods you eat. These 10 tips show you how.

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You've decided you want to have a baby, so why not do things right straightaway and give yourself the best possible chance of conceiving. Your body's going to house your growing baby for nine months so you need to make sure it's a place it'll enjoy being! If you're in good shape and feeling fit and well, the chances are you'll find it easier to conceive and will give your baby the best possible start.

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Sometimes kids do some very unusual things, such as repeatedly banging their head on the floor or holding their breath. This sort of behaviour can be worrying for parents and it's hard to know what to do for the best.

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Do you never have any time for yourself? Are you bored of sounding like a stuck record as you plead with your kids to tidy their rooms, brush their hair or help with the dishes? Do you struggle to watch your favourite soap?

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What keeps the leaves perky? It's down to the 'modified air packaging' that replaces normal air with 95 per cent nitrogen to control browning. Packaged lettuce left in standard air would go off quicker...

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You're under pressure because your toddler's still in nappies and she won't be allowed to start nursery unless she's toilet trained. All the other mums seem to have cracked it, so why can't you? Follow our simple advice on what to do...

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This colourful risotto makes an excellent healthy dinner party main course if served with salad - and it's easy to make a vegan version, too...

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How many frustrated parents are left seething after yet another row which ends with their teenager slamming out of the room? Here are 10 ways to help you understand and deal with your teen.

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OK, we haven't completely stopped shopping during the credit-crunch, but we've decided to be more careful and to spend wisely. So here's a list of key buys, that will take you into next season too!

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Keeping the kids entertained can be hard work - and expensive. Here are 7 great outdoors ideas to help you spend quality time with your kids - from toddlers to pre-teens - for free. Enjoy!

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