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Physical activity and exercise for children

Here is advice about how much daily exercise your child needs for good health and fitness and how you can encourage your child to be more active.

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Kids and physical play

Play is important for your child’s development and learning. Here's how you can support your child’s play and help them identify and manage risks.

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Losing weight safely after birth

It is important to make healthy choices when trying to lose weight after pregnancy. Learn more about exercise and healthy eating after giving birth.

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Exercising during pregnancy

Physical activity while pregnant can help prepare your body for childbirth. Learn more about what exercises you can do, and what activities to avoid.

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What does an occupational therapist (OT) do?

Occupational therapists are healthcare professionals who help people who struggle to perform daily physical activities because of injury, illness or disability.

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You and your baby's wellbeing

Looking after yourself during your pregnancy, both physically and mentally, is very important. Emotionally, you will be going through a lot of changes as your pregnancy progresses.

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Looking after your mental and physical wellbeing - video

Learn some simple tips on taking care of your mental and physical wellbeing during pregnancy and as new a parent.

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Dealing with hot weather during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnant women are more at risk of becoming overheated because of the physical and hormonal changes which occur during pregnancy.

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Your body after having a baby

Your body will go through many changes after having a baby - some physical and some emotional. Find out what to expect and what you can do to recover.

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Vaginal examinations in pregnancy and birth

A vaginal examination is an internal physical examination done by a doctor or midwife during your pregnancy and birth.

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