THINKING AHEAD
For lots of young women with arthritis deciding if, when and how to have a baby can feel complicated and emotional. In this section, Consultant Rheumatologist Dr Martin Lee answers common questions about being a mum in future, mums from Arthur’s Place Social share their experiences and tips, plus a psychologist and physiotherapist advise how you might get mind and body into best possible shape before embarking on a pregnancy and parenthood
Video – Dr Martin Lee answers the common questions women with arthritis ask about pregnancy and birth
If you have arthritis, it is never too soon to think about whether you may want to be a mum in future, or to have a conversation with your rheumatology…
Mums from Arthur’s Social pass on words of advice to women considering motherhood
Image by jacqueline macou from Pixabay We asked six mums with arthritis, from Arthur's Social, what advice they would share with women thinking about starting a family in the future.…
Getting mind and body ready for pregnancy – a psychologist and a physiotherapist provide their support
Image by Hans Braxmeier from Pixabay As a person living with a chronic condition such as arthritis, you are likely well-practised at planning ahead. As you no doubt know already,…