Exercise in pregnancy is good for baby's brain

As well as being good for preparing for a natural birth, women who exercise in pregnancy boost the brain development of their unborn babies.  This occurs even when exercise is as little as 20m minutes, three times a week.

What types of exercise are best in pregnancy?  Swimming and walking are best for all-over exercise.

For tips about exercise in pregnancy, Dial a Midwife

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