Anita Butterworth
Anita has 25 years media experience. For the past 11 years, she's been immersed in the parenting field, researching and writing everything from breaking news to potty training tricks. Anita lives in regional Victoria with her 8 and 10-year-old boys.
Birth Story: The emotional home water birth of Ezra
Anna Hein had always yearned for a fourth baby. But as her three children grew older, and time ticked on, the South Australian mum thought […]
Wanted: Mum to review Zero Co Laundry Liquid
Hi mummas, Welcome to the Mum’s Grapevine product review program. We have loads of products for you to review and the best bit is you […]
Birth Story: ‘My water broke in the hospital cafe’
Sometimes the journey to parenthood isn’t a straight path. For Rachel and Mitch Graham, it was full of twists and turns. It took them 16 […]
Amber Heard reveals baby daughter’s unique name
Actress Amber Heard has welcomed her first child, a baby daughter, who she says is, ‘the beginning of the rest of my life’. And as […]
Recall: IKEA plates, bowls and mugs
IKEA HEROISK and TALRIKA Plates, Bowls and Mugs Popular ranges of IKEA plates, bowls and mugs that have been on sale since 2019 are being […]
Birth Story: Mum gives birth in her car, ‘My poor Jeep’
In labour and racing along the highway towards the hospital, Gayla Thompson was certain she wasn’t going to make it. Her husband Ryan was behind […]
Usain Bolt welcomes twins: Saint Leo and Thunder Bolt
The fastest man in history, Usain Bolt, has welcomed twins with partner Kasi Bennett. And their adorable names have honoured family traditions. Already parents to […]
Review: b.box baby bottles (+ discount code)
b.box baby bottles are the answer to the fussy feeding, discoloured plastic, and funky odours associated with traditional baby bottles. Built tough from medical-grade PPSU, […]
Birth Story: ‘My water broke at Kmart’
Like a scene out of an 80’s romcom, 34-weeks pregnant Amy Mclennan stood at the entrance of Kmart, water gushing down her legs and filling […]
How to safely introduce dogs and babies
Your fur baby has been at the top of the heap in your family, but soon there’s going to be a new kid on the […]
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle welcome baby girl
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have welcomed a daughter, with her name honouring Princess Diana and the Queen. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced […]
Family Tax Benefit increases from July 2021
Families are set for a boost of up to $226 a year, to help keep up with the rising cost of living. While the government […]
Book Review: The Bench by Meghan The Duchess of Sussex
The Bench by Meghan The Duchess of Sussex Just days after giving birth to her baby daughter Lili, Meghan Markle has released her first children’s […]
What to pack in a hospital bag: 82 things you may not think to take
The countdown to baby’s arrival is on. The nursery looks adorable, you’re fully stocked with nappies and baby wipes, and the house is squeaky clean. […]
Wanted: Mums to review GAIA Skin Naturals Bubble Bath
Hi mummas, Welcome to the Mum’s Grapevine product review program. We have loads of products for you to review and the best bit is you […]