Ready, Steady, Baby!

Welcome to Ready Steady Baby!

This site guides you through the phases of your pregnancy and the first 12 months with your new baby.

We give tips on finding out that you’re pregnant; the stages of labour; and your first days with your new baby.

Pregnant women

You're expecting

Did you know that pregnancy tests are so accurate you do not need to go to your GP to confirm your results? You can make an appointment to see a midwife straight away. In some areas of Glasgow you may be asked to make an appointment with a GP first, who will then refer you to a midwife

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You're expecting

Your pregnancy

Here you can find out everything you need to know about getting yourself as prepared as possible for becoming a parent, and giving your baby the best possible start.

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Timeline

Pregnancy timeline

Track your pregnancy here. Find out how you and your baby are doing week-by-week.

Your pregnancy

Labour and birth

The three stages of labour are different for every woman – and often for every baby she has.

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Labout and birth

First days together

In the first few days after the birth, you and your new baby are getting to know each other. There's a huge amount to learn – find out more about the best way to feed your baby, what practical steps you will need to take, and how you may be feeling.

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First days together

Growing together

Being a parent is exciting – but at times you may feel anxious. Here you can learn about what to expect from your growing baby, as well as information on immunisations, postnatal depression and weaning.

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Growing together