Nicola Friend

Here are all our articles by UK writer and mum Nicola Friend. Get pregnancy tips and read about Nicola’s best mum hacks.

Does hypnobirthing really work?

Nicola put all of her faith in hypnobirthing to make birthing her first baby a good experience so why did she feel so let down?
Hypnobirthing – when things don’t go according to plan
7 things people say to pregnant women

Newly pregnant? Here’s why you’re about to feel like public property, and why you shouldn’t take it to heart.
How to tackle the 7 most annoying comments
Dos and don'ts for a peaceful pregnancy

From the moment you conceive you’re bombarded with pregnancy advice, but is it creating more worries than it’s curing? Try these simple rules for a calm nine months.
Get a handle on things you CAN control
Ten reasons I miss the bump

Can you love your baby to bits but also mourn for your bump? One new mum thinks so.
The kicking, great hair and pregnancy yoga