Skiing can often be a trendy sport where people try to look good in their funky outfits and bright colours. That is all well and good, as long as you have the proper protection. At a minimum you need warm layers, appropriate ski socks (to prevent your boots from rubbing), skiing gloves, a ski jacket and a pair of salopettes. You may also want goggles or sunglasses, a hat and helmet, and a snood.

There’s not one rule that applies to all pregnancies about skiing. You can always speak to your doctor about it if you’re unsure. The main risks of skiing while pregnant are if you fall over or if someone skis into you.

Après ski is all the activities that take place after the ski day – it means ‘after ski’ in French. There will be a set time all the lifts will close and then Après ski begins! This will be social events usually in bars, involving music and beers. However, après ski can mean something different to everyone depending on what you want to do after your day on the slopes.

There’s no definite answer to whether skiing or snowboarding is easier, it can vary from person to person. However, it is thought that skiing is easier to start with, but harder to master, while snowboarding can be harder to start with but easier to become advanced in.