The Proceive Blog
Proceive’s Certified Vegan Products: Nutrition for Every Lifestyle
Proceive’s Conception, Pregnancy and After-Pregnancy ranges are certified vegan, offering advanced nutritional support without compromise.Designed to support your fertility journey while respecting your dietary choices.
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Proceive® Brand Ambassador - Dr. Roisin O'Louglin
We are delighted to announce Dr. Roisin O'Loughlin as our new Proceive Brand Ambassador. Dr Roisin is a huge fan of the Proceive range and we are thrilled to have her on board. Dr.Roisin is a UCC Medical graduate and is a vocationally trained GP from the South West GP Training Scheme. She has a special interest in Women’s Health and Dermatology. She graduated with a Masters in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 2012 from UCC before making the leap to GP. She has a keen interest in fertility, pre-conception care, menopause, benign gynaecology and contraception. She has completed the Certificate in Menopause Management (ICGP) and is a member of the British Menopause Society. She is an experienced LARC (Implanon, coil /IUD) inserter. She is also founder of a new Irish start up called ‘The FertilityHQ’ which is an at home fertility screening test and a platform for patients on all things fertility. When she is not working, Roisin loves to be immersed in the great outdoors or on a plane to a tropical destination! On the announcement, Dr Roisin said; "Lifestyle interventions are the first port of call for many medical conditions. Pre-conception, pregnancy and postpartum health is no different. The importance of optimal vitamin supplementation cannot be under-rated. Proceive®️ as a brand ticks all the boxes providing women and men with a high quality and comprehensive multivitamin. We know that the nutrition a baby receives during the first 1000 days of life has an overwhelming positive influence on how they develop, grow and learn. Proceive's vast range offers the very best start for your family." For more information you can visit The FertilityHQ Facebook Page
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Preparing for parenthood
You can read all the best parenting books and do all your research but doing what works best for you and your baby is key.
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First Trimester Checklist (0-12 weeks)
Pregnancy, alongside the hard work of growing your tiny human, is such an exciting time.
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The Importance of Omega 3 during Pregnancy
Omega-3 plays a vital role in pregnancy, supporting your baby’s brain, eye and overall development while also benefiting your own heart health. Learn why DHA and EPA matter from conception through to breastfeeding.
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How to Prepare for Birth
The birth of your baby is a huge life event and therefore should be prepared for accordingly.
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What's Happening in Trimester 3?
We look at what changes are happening in the final 3 months of your pregnancy
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What's Happening in Trimester 1?
We explore what's happening from that positive test to week 12 of your pregnancy.
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What's Happening in Trimester 2?
We look at what's happening from weeks 13-27 of your pregnancy.
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Third Trimester Checklist (28 – 41 weeks)
You’re finally on the home stretch, use this time to do your final bits and pieces to get organised and take some time for self-care.
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Second Trimester Checklist (13 – 27 weeks)
You have made it through the first trimester and hopefully any morning sickness or discomfort has begun to subside.
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How to Manage ‘Morning Sickness’ in Pregnancy
Nausea and/or vomiting in pregnancy is often known as ‘morning sickness’, although it can happen at any time during the day or all day. Morning sickness is quite common, especially in early pregnancy but usually resolves by 16/20weeks. It is caused by hormonal changes in your body and rest assured it is not a danger to your baby. Not all pregnant women experience it, (Lucky them!) and the amount and severity of sickness varies from person to person. Hyperemesis Gravidarum is a severe form of pregnancy sickness including vomiting, weight loss, dizziness & potential for dehydration. It can last the entire pregnancy & may require hospitalisation. However, managing moderate morning sickness is possible and we have complied a list of ways to do so to help you feel your best! WAYS TO MANAGE MORNING SICKNESS Rest as much as possible, as being tired can make you feel sicker Keep well hydrated, especially if you are not eating much. To avoid dehydration, sip on drinks throughout the day. Using straws can make drinking easier, as can adding ice to drinks. Aim for 200mls/1 glass per hour. Eat small amounts often, nibble at crackers, bread or any dry plain food. Long periods without food will make you feel sick. Pregnancy is one of the few occasions where eating can make nausea/vomiting better (So enjoy that if you can!) Have some crackers or dry food beside your bed that you can nibble on in the night or when you wake up to prevent nausea in the mornings Eat when you are hungry, sound obvious Eat high energy food in small amounts, such as nuts, cheese, yoghurt, avocado Avoid food smells that will put you off eating. Eat food cold if necessary – it smells less Try food or drinks with ginger, some evidence suggests ginger can help with nausea Take your pregnancy multivitamin, such as Proceive, at a time you do not feel sick, & try to take it with food, on a full stomach. WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL HELP Sometimes your level of morning sickness may be unbearable, and you should not suffer without seeking professional help. If your sickness is interfering with your ability to function at work or home, you may need some time off work or to be prescribed an anti-sickness medication called an antiemetic If you cannot hold fluids or food down for over 24 hours, your pee is extremely dark, you feel dizzy & are losing weight, you should seek medical attention immediately. You may have Hyperemesis Gravidarum and you might be admitted to the hospital to be rehydrated & to receive ongoing support.
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