Essential purchases for trimesters 1, 2 and 3

Shopping when you're pregnant is a different beast to those pre pregnancy days. For a start, there are hardly any clothes that fit in the bloody shops. But in addition, I've found myself having to buy ever more ridiculous accessories to help me get through each stage. Having found the whole thing a bit mystifying, …

Store wars: Dressing the bump

I was delighted when my appetite finally returned. Not only can I now drink tea again, but I can wolf down pretty much anything within grabbing distance. It's been such a momentous change that I still feel a little bit proud of myself every time I eat a biscuit. One downside, of course, is that …

Trying for a baby? Great! Now give us all your money

Ovulation sticks, acupuncture, multivitamins - do they help you get pregnant, or just suck your wallet dry?