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 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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Healthy pregnancy meal ideas for morning sickness | Mum's Grapevine

Healthy meals if you have morning sickness

Shahna SarpiApril 7, 2020

Contrary to the name, morning sickness isn’t just limited to the mornings and can actually occur at any time of the day. This often leaves mums-to-be with a... Read More...

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Healthy breakfast ideas for pregnancy and morning sickness

Shahna SarpiMarch 24, 2020

It’s not uncommon to experience morning sickness throughout pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Morning sickness involves symptoms such as nausea ... Read More...

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Morning sickness remedies to ease the yuk

Anita ButterworthDecember 9, 2019

Smell of coffee turning your stomach? Just the thought of food have you running to the toilet? Ah, morning sickness - a most unwelcome introduction to pregn... Read More...

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6 easy ways to relieve pregnancy constipation | Mum's Grapevine

How to help relieve pregnancy constipation

Anita ButterworthNovember 19, 2019

Baby on board and feeling backed up? Constipation in pregnancy is really common, there's a whole lot going on with hormones, growing body parts and increase... Read More...

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5 clever ways to hide your pregnancy

Anita ButterworthNovember 12, 2019

The festive season is in full swing with end-of-year parties filling up the calendar, and little does everyone know your Christmas present arrived early - t... Read More...

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How to tell gender from 12 week ultrasound

How to ‘predict’ baby’s gender from an early ultrasound

Anita ButterworthSeptember 27, 2019

It's the very first image of baby-to-be. The grainy, black and white 12-week ultrasound that makes it all seem so real. And apparently there are clues hidde... Read More...

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