Why is it preconception health so important as an active woman?
To put it bluntly preconception health is a key determinant of pregnancy success and next generation health: the long-term health of...
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sallykettle8
Sep 23, 20224 min read
Are you askin'? I'm dancin'!
As part of our #StronginSeptember social media campaign, we've invited Lucy McCrudden, Founder & CEO of Dance Mama to sashay onto the...
APF Team
Sep 20, 20223 min read
National Fitness Day 2022
The APF announces plans for National Fitness Day 2022 as campaign calls for UK to prioritise physical health to support mental strength.
Sally Kettle
Sep 15, 20222 min read
Announcement: APF Team Challenge 2022 UPDATE
Thank to everyone who has sponsored us so far, here is an update on the weekend activities.
APF Team
Aug 4, 20222 min read
APF Team Challenge 2022
The Active Pregnancy Foundation is holding an awareness raising and fundraising walk across the Peak District.
APF Team
Jun 24, 20222 min read
Can I Go Swimming During Pregnancy?
Can I swim during pregnancy? A new guide answers your questions!
APF Team
Jun 17, 20224 min read
Make a Splash this June!
#JumpIntoJune with Ben Wilkins, CEO, Good Boost, as he offers advice on Exercising in Water During Pregnancy.
APF Team
Jun 9, 20222 min read
Lana's Marathon Efforts
Lana Farinha, editor of Motherzing Magazine is running the Wales Marathon on 3rd July for The APF! Help her reach her £700 target.
APF Team
May 3, 20223 min read
Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week
An active lifestyle is associated with a decreased risk of decreased risk of depression and anxiety during or after pregnancy.
sallykettle8
Mar 16, 20225 min read
Avoiding Booby Traps!
As part of our #MarchonMamas project we've invited guest blogger, Siobhán O’Donovan, founder of PostureFitting to bust some breast & bra...
sallykettle8
Mar 14, 20224 min read
Walking With Your Baby - Getting Started
This month we’re shining a light on Blaze Trails CIC, who support mums and mums-to-be to get out and about for a walk, jog or run.
APF Team
Mar 7, 20222 min read
Small Steps
This March we're shining a light on people and projects that support or inspire pregnant or post women to walk, jog or run.
APF Team
Feb 25, 20222 min read
Guinness World Record Attempt
International Women’s Day (8th Mar) at 7pm, Expert Pilates Instructor Hollie Grant will be teaching a FREE 40-minute Prenatal Pilates class.
APF Team
Jan 1, 20222 min read
Our Big Push for 2022
As we head into 2022, we’ve put our heads together and come up with four themes to help us focus our time and energy.
APF Team
Dec 9, 20211 min read
Pregnancy & Postnatal Support for Elite Athletes
UK Sport Launches New Guidance UK Sport has taken the exciting step of developing pregnancy guidance for elite athletes and Sports...
APF Team
Nov 26, 20215 min read
Active Mums Start With You
‘Active Mums Start With You’ - a new campaign from This Girl Can, to encourage conversations about activity with pregnant women & new mums.
Sally Kettle
Sep 28, 20212 min read
The Mynydd Mammas Trekking Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at Night!
Sally & Marlize, CEOs of the APF, are celebrating the charity's birthday with our very first public fundraising campaign.
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