Your Pregnancy

Your Pregnancy is the only local magazine that offers relevant, credible and accurate information on all aspects of pregnancy. Its local and international experts answer all questions quickly and respectfully. The magazine acknowledges pregnant women’s need to look and feel good. They are concerned about their baby’s health and wellness, but also care about their own. The magazine provides all the info that’s needed, as well as the latest fashion and beauty trends, health issues and exercises. It covers all aspects of pregnancy. The team loves what it does – and it shows.

Your Pregnancy

CUT YOURSELF SOME slack

#coverstarsearch • #COVERSTARSEARCH 2025 IS WRAPPED UP. THE LAST WINNER IS ON THIS MAGAZINE'S COVER.

WIN

A normal check-up turned to bed rest

Tips from the Instagram moms

Thank you, YPB

These made us laugh…

PREGNANT AT 48

BABiESRUS

A RAY OF SUNSHINE • Masana Mkhatshwa from Lephalale, Limpopo, is the light of her family's life. Mom Refiloe tells us more.

COVER STAR SEARCH • MASANA WON PRIZES WORTH R1 000 EACH FROM CHELA-PREG, EPI-MAX, PANADO AND SAFEWAY.

Summer time & the cooking is easy • Minimise time, effort and money spent on cooking this festive season with clever recipes from The Big Tasty Bite that still serve up maximum impact!

Christmas IT'S A WRAP • The best presents on shelves right now.

CAN WE KEEP HIM? Pleeease? • A family pet is a joy as well as a responsibility. Are you – and your little ones – ready for it?

#loving

SINGLE… BUT ARE YOU READY TO MINGLE? • We can't set you up with Mr Perfect, but we can give you some tips about jumping back into the dating game.

BEND IT FOR BIRTH • Back bends aren't only about flexibility – they make your back strong so you can carry that bump with ease. This is how you do it.

#glowing

INSULIN & infertility • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is common – and also complicated. We asked an expert to explain.

It's a cool, cool summer • Living under African skies means it's hot this time of year! Here's how to keep cool.

IS THAT BP NORMAL? • Here's all you need to know about blood pressure during pregnancy.

KICK YOURSELF INTO GEAR • Lost your mojo? Get your energy back with these tips.

Fix it with FOOD • Self-medicate a range of pregnancy symptoms safely – with what you eat.

Pregnant: Beauty or the beast? • Answer our questionnaire to see what category you're in.

Q&A What NOT to eat • Email your question for our experts to SHARING@YPBMAGAZINE.COM Please note that experts unfortunately cannot respond to each question personally. The answers provided on these pages should not replace the advice of your doctor.

Baby bonding before birth • You don't have to wait for your baby's arrival to get to know and love him. Bonding can start while you still carry him under your heart.

TOP TIPS from the midwife • One of South Africa's most experienced ante-natal experts gives you some great advice for labour day and the exciting lead-up to welcoming your baby into this world.

It takes a little time • Be realistic about your recovery time after your c-section and extend yourself some grace. Here's what you can expect.

Q&A ASK THE DOCTOR

Q&A Sex after vaginal birth • Email your question for our experts to SHARING@YPBMAGAZINE.COM Please note that experts unfortunately cannot respond to each question personally. The answers provided on these pages should not replace the advice of your doctor.

OUR EXPERT Support for breastfeeding • Email your question for our experts to SHARING@YPBMAGAZINE.COM Please note that experts unfortunately cannot respond to each...