Being Pregnant

There’s so much to know about being pregnant and you only have nine months to learn it all! Whether you want to know what vitamins you really need to take, what that pregnancy rash could mean or if you just want to have a laugh, this is the place for you.

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When Does Morning Sickness Start?

Penelope ShawSeptember 23, 2021

Feeling queasy first up in the morning? Can't stomach cooking your favourite chicken dish? You could very well be pregnant. Morning sickness is one of the e... Read More...

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How to manage pelvic girdle pain

Penelope ShawSeptember 11, 2021

Pregnancy is a beautiful time in a woman’s life. It can also be a really, really uncomfortable time. You’re basically growing a watermelon inside you, so it... Read More...

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Crazy pregnancy dreams: what they really mean

Jenna GalleyAugust 12, 2021

Strange symptoms are part of the territory when you are pregnant. But one of the most surprising (and often confusing) symptoms many women experience is hav... Read More...

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11 things every first-time mum should do before baby arrives

Mums GrapevineJuly 29, 2021

The nursery is complete. Your bags are packed. Your labour playlist is all ready to go. What else is there to do when preparing for baby except wait for the... Read More...

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Q&A: Why can’t I fit into my shoes?

Anita ButterworthJuly 27, 2021

Pregnancy stopping you fitting into your favourite pair of shoes? You may need to prepare for a whole new shoe wardrobe. I used to wear size 8 shoes befo... Read More...

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Belly lifting tip for instant pregnancy relief

Anita ButterworthJuly 14, 2021

As beautiful as it is, a baby belly can be a pain in the back. And neck. And shoulders. Those last few weeks, when the pregnancy waddle kicks in, any little... Read More...

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10 natural winter cold cures for mums-to-be

Simone McNamaraJune 23, 2021

Pregnancy brings with it lots of little quirks and unexpected bodily ills, but to top it all off, getting a cold during pregnancy can seem pretty miserable.... Read More...

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Braxton Hicks contractions or real contractions?

Anita ButterworthMay 20, 2021

When you're achingly close to meeting your little one, every little twinge makes your heart leap. Your tummy suddenly feels super tight - are you in labour ... Read More...

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Stop! Put the hummus down if you’re pregnant

Anita ButterworthMay 5, 2021

Food Standards Australia and New Zealand told Mum's Grapevine it has updated its advice on pregnancy and food safety, following new recommendations released... Read More...

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How to help relieve pregnancy constipation

Anita ButterworthApril 25, 2021

Baby on board and feeling backed up? Constipation in pregnancy is really common thanks to everything going on with your hormones, growing body parts and inc... Read More...

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Back pain in pregnancy: 7 handy tips for relief

Anita ButterworthApril 17, 2021

Pregnancy back pain is common, and it's not hard to figure out why. Those adorable baby bumps actually throw off our centre of gravity - pregnancy waddle an... Read More...

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Gender reveal nails are the latest pregnancy trend

Anita ButterworthMarch 31, 2021

Move over gender reveal cakes, expecting mums have found a truly unique way to share their news. Gender reveal nails are the new pregnancy trend you didn't ... Read More...

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Best birth photos of 2020 unveiled

Anita ButterworthFebruary 9, 2021

Capturing that special moment when a child enters the world. The annual IAPBP competition celebrates the beauty of birth and the skill of birth photograp... Read More...

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Most moving birth photos of 2020

Anita ButterworthJanuary 27, 2021

Each year the best birth photos from across the globe are honoured for their beauty, magic and ability to capture the emotion of that unparalleled moment wh... Read More...

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Q&A: Exploding Head Syndrome, is it a pregnancy symptom?

Anita ButterworthJanuary 21, 2021

It's one of the more curious sleep-related issues you've probably never heard of - Exploding Head Syndrome, which, despite its name isn't painful, but can b... Read More...

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