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Eating nuts in pregnancy linked to smarter babies

Anita ButterworthMay 17, 2019

Craving the crunch of cashews or wanting to munch on macadamias while pregnant? The experts are telling us to go nuts - because eating nutty goodness in the... Read More...

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Say hello to supple pregnany skin with frank body

Louise WeeksMay 17, 2019

Pregnancy stretches us in more ways than one, but a new offering from one of our favourite brands is here to help reduce stretch marks and leave mum-to-be g... Read More...

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The best 20 baby blankets for super soft snuggles

Louise WeeksMay 16, 2019

Keeping baby snug as a bug during the night goes a long way towards a better sleep (for them and for you). And as the winter months roll in, there's no bett... Read More...

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Birth story: Mum gives birth in hospital car park

Anita ButterworthMay 16, 2019

Most mums-to-be have a niggling end-of-pregnancy fear that they won't make it to the hospital in time. Call it mother's intuition, it keeps us on edge as we... Read More...

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WIN: 1 of 2 luxury maternity comfort packs

Louise WeeksMay 15, 2019

If there was ever a need for comfort, it's during the nine months we're carrying a tiny human and we're about to give two lucky mum-to-be's the ultimate gif... Read More...

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50 THINGS to soothe babies with sensitive skin

50 WAYS to soothe itchy and sensitive skin

Anita ButterworthMay 15, 2019

We all expect that our fresh bundle of joy will be born with smooth, soft skin that needs nothing more than a gentle wipe to stay supple. And it's true, man... Read More...

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Tests reveal Australia’s safest car seats

Anita ButterworthMay 14, 2019

The results are in, and Australia's safest car seats have been revealed after the latest round of testing which checks how well they protect children in a c... Read More...

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Mum Tip: How to calm a crying baby in the car

Anita ButterworthMay 14, 2019

We've got a ripper tip that's all about calming babies who don't enjoy being in the car, and it takes just five minutes to create. Lisa from the Mum's Gr... Read More...

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Post-pregnancy nutrition and healthy snack ideas

Steph WearneMay 14, 2019

Those first few weeks with a new bub are super busy, and it can be tricky to get back into eating habits that help nourish the body as it recovers from birt... Read More...

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Oz Comi-Con returns to Melbourne

Louise WeeksMay 14, 2019

Oz Comi-Con is returning to Melbourne giving fans the ultimate event for all things pop culture. Assemble the super squad and get ready for a jam-packed wee... Read More...

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Q&A: Does everyone’s water break before labour starts?

Anita ButterworthMay 13, 2019

If you believe what you see in the movies, the first sign of labour is a climatic gushing of water (usually somewhere public). But in reality, it very rarel... Read More...

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Australians most popular baby names 2018

Australia’s most popular baby names revealed 2018

Anita ButterworthMay 13, 2019

The king and queen of Australian baby names have been crowned, and once again Australia's reigning most popular names have held onto their thrones. But, as ... Read More...

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Luxury nursery items fit for a royal | Mum's Grapevine

Out of this world luxury nursery buys

Anita ButterworthMay 10, 2019

Buying all the baby things is one of those guilty pleasures us mummas adore indulging in while pregnant. But there's indulging in a pram liner worth fifty b... Read More...

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Peace of mind with the Oricom Secure870WH Touchscreen Monitor

Sarina SinghMay 10, 2019

Every new mum knows that once you have a bub, it’s hard to imagine life without them. Sometimes it can be hard to imagine even a second without them, especi... Read More...

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Q&A: Do I need to clean my baby’s gums?

Anita ButterworthMay 9, 2019

That gummy baby grin is the sweetest smile you'll ever see, but do you need to take extra care of those gums before the first pearly white pops through? ... Read More...

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