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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Q&A: Is it safe to use insect repellent when pregnant? | Mum's Grapevine

Q&A: Is it safe to use hair removal cream during pregnancy?

Anita ButterworthAugust 4, 2020

Along with a blooming belly comes crazy hair growth and now you're wondering if you can tame the sprouting strands the same way you always have, with hair r... Read More...

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Q&A: What is non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)?

Anita ButterworthJuly 21, 2020

Gone are the days of waiting until 20 weeks to find out the gender of your bub, thanks to the NIPT test you're able to find out if you're expecting a boy or... Read More...

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Paid Parental Leave changes in 2020

Anita ButterworthJuly 11, 2020

If you're having a baby this year, there are new Paid Parental Leave changes you need to know. New changes have just come into play as the new financial ... Read More...

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Q&A: What exactly is a doula and how can they help?

Anita ButterworthJuly 8, 2020

While most of us will choose to have our partner or a trusted loved one by our side as we labour, many women hire a doula to support them through the latter... Read More...

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Q&A: What are the chances of getting pregnant while breastfeeding?

Q&A: Why are my gums bleeding now that I’m pregnant?

Anita ButterworthJune 30, 2020

Glowing skin, shiny, thick hair ... and bleeding gums. Ah, pregnancy hormones you really know how to confuse a mumma. Seeing a pinkish tinge when doing the ... Read More...

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21 hilarious quarantine pregnancy announcements

Anita ButterworthJune 15, 2020

We all joked about the possibility of a quarantine baby boom when we went into lockdown a few months ago, and now those couples who did pass the time by doi... Read More...

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Q&A: Is it safe to dye my hair during pregnancy?

Anita ButterworthJune 15, 2020

Luscious locks are a pregnancy hormones bonus but you may be wondering if you can keep dying your newly-lush hair once you've got a baby on board. There'... Read More...

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10 benefits of eating watermelon during pregnancy

Anita ButterworthJune 11, 2020

It's juicy and delicious and if you're pregnant, the health benefits of watermelon may do more than just calm sweet cravings, it could help ease morning sic... Read More...

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Q&A: What’s with the greasy hair during pregnancy?

Anita ButterworthJune 1, 2020

Lush locks are meant to go hand-in-hand with a blooming belly, but suddenly your hair is limp and loaded with oil. Why is it so? I've always been able to... Read More...

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10 natural winter cold cures for mums-to-be

Simone McNamaraMay 21, 2020

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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Why is my immunity so low during pregnancy?

Anita ButterworthMay 19, 2020

Your body does an amazing thing when you fall pregnant - it allows your immune system to lower its guard, so your body doesn't reject the baby. But this ... Read More...

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What to do about bad body odour when pregnant | Mum's Grapevine

What to do about bad body odour during pregnancy

Edwina SharrockMay 13, 2020

Don't worry if you suddenly find yourself on the nose when you're expecting - body odour in pregnancy is really common. We asked our expert midwife Edwin... Read More...

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What’s the best way to use a baby carrier when pregnant?

Brooke MareeMay 5, 2020

With pregnancy comes nausea, exhaustion, and obviously a growing bump. Many women ask if it’s possible to carry their older child in a baby carrier or sling... Read More...

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Blood noses during pregnancy and what causes them | Mum's Grapevine

Q&A: Why am I getting nosebleeds now that I’m pregnant?

Anita ButterworthApril 21, 2020

Constantly blowing your snoz only to find you've got another nosebleed? Welcome to another strange but common pregnancy symptom. Weird question, but is a... Read More...

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2020 best birth photos announced

Anita ButterworthApril 8, 2020

Serene, powerful and emotional, the best birth photos from across the globe have been crowned for 2020. For any mum, these incredible images will bring you ... Read More...

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