Babies
Get ready for cuteness overload as we roll out everything you need to know about your baby’s first year. From how to get a newborn to settle to which baby wipes to use on sensitive skin, PLUS loads of real mum tips from the #MGVfam to surviving their first year.
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7 things you didn’t realise were going to be so difficult with a newborn
There are many things you know are going to be more difficult with a newborn. Sleep is the obvious one – say goodbye to those […]
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The clever no-cry trick to bathing a newborn
It’s perfectly fine to be a little wary of bathing a teeny newborn, they’re so fragile (and slippery!). So we’re sharing some tricks that will […]
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7 Early Signs Baby Is Tired (0-3 Months)
Believe it or not, babies actually have more than just one way to communicate. Yes, they cry – but they also tell us so much […]
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Chart baby’s growth with a milestone blanket
We’ve all seen milestone cards, so be the envy of your mother’s group with a so-hot-right-now milestone blanket. Mark out your baby’s age on the […]
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Research reveals language skills develop better if dads read to kids
A snuggle and bedtime story is food for the soul and the minds of little ones. And it’s now been revealed that dads who read […]
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13 clever ways to keep babies cool in summer
Flushed cheeks, a damp neck and grumpy grumbles are all signs that bub is feeling the heat, and fortunately, there are ways to take the sting out […]
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The Clever Way To Stop Baby Losing Dummy At Night
A clever mum has come up with an expert-level hack to end dead-of-night dummy recovery missions, and it’s so simple, you’ll be able to try […]
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New research: Colic relief hope for breastfed babies
A simple probiotic could be the key to help babies with colic settle. Australian researchers have found that a particular strain of probiotic may help […]
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The most common birthday for Aussie babies is …
It seems Aussies are a festive bunch! The most popular day for babies to be born in Australia has just been revealed, and it points […]
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How To Keep Babies Sleep Routine Over Christmas
Christmas time is filled to the brim with parties, get-togethers and sweet Santa bedtime stories – it’s one of the best times to be a […]
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Hand-crafted cuddle + kind dolls giving meals to kids in need
Having a cuddly friend to snuggle up to, ease boo-boos and tell secrets to is a must when you’re little – no one understands you […]
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How To Put Baby To Sleep In Less Than 60 Seconds
If sweet slumber is eluding your baby, it’s worth noting this almost magical snooze-inducing trick that’s given hundreds of thousands of sleep-deprived parents hope across […]
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18 hand knitted critters to fall in love with
Is it wrong to have a crush on hand knitted toys? There’s something so special about an individually handmade toy, especially these days when we live in […]
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VIDEO: The beautiful newborn kiss sending the internet crazy
Hold onto your ovaries, ladies – this gorgeous little clip is going to have you clucking like a hen! This adorable little girl, born five […]
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How to recognise a baby’s hunger signs [guide]
There’s nothing sweeter than bringing home your delicious-smelling new bub. It’s a whole new world for both you and your baby and a time for you […]