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: What’s with the shortness of breath?

Anita ButterworthMarch 21, 2019

Growing a baby is hard work, which sometimes leaves us literally breathless. But why do we get short of breath in pregnancy and when is it a concern? I'... Read More...

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What a mucus plug looks like (with pictures)

Edwina SharrockMarch 17, 2019

Getting towards the pointy end of pregnancy means every little twinge and different discharge could be a sign that things are starting to happen. Lots of mu... Read More...

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Q&A: What's with the greasy hair during pregnancy? | Mum's Grapevine

Q&A: What’s with snoring during pregnancy?

Anita ButterworthMarch 15, 2019

Don't be alarmed - even if you've never been a snorer, pregnancy can bring out the nighttime freight train in all of us. I have never been a snorer but m... Read More...

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How to look after your pelvic floor after having a baby

Chloe LorbackMarch 11, 2019

While not talked about often enough, keeping your pelvic floor in tip-top shape during pregnancy and after birth is super important. Why? Because no mumma w... Read More...

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Q&A: When is the best time to go on a babymoon?

Anita ButterworthMarch 8, 2019

Spending some one-on-one holiday time with baby daddy before bub comes along, is always a great idea, but when is the best time in pregnancy to go on a baby... Read More...

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Q&A: When should I wash newborn clothes?

Q&A: Is it dangerous to go over 40 weeks gestation?

Edwina SharrockMarch 6, 2019

The magical 40-week mark is close, but what happens if it comes and goes with no sign of baby arriving? Mum's Grapevine expert midwife Edwina Sharrock expla... Read More...

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How to avoid muscle separation in pregnancy

Chloe LorbackMarch 5, 2019

Noticed a strange 'gap' between your tummy muscles, or your pregnant belly looking a little weird? It could be abdominal muscle separation - a really common... Read More...

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Virtual reality helps mums through painful pregnancy procedure

Anita ButterworthMarch 4, 2019

In a world-first, virtual reality is being used to help mums-to-be cope with the pain of having their babies turned out of a breech position. Australian ... Read More...

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Does ironing baby clothes get rid of germs?

Q&A: Is it safe to have sex when pregnant?

Anita ButterworthMarch 1, 2019

It's pretty normal to wonder if having sex during pregnancy will somehow hurt your baby. So we've asked Mum's Grapevine expert, midwife Edwina Sharrock to g... Read More...

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10 ways to keep cool during pregnancy

Hejira ConveryMarch 1, 2019

Summer is the season for sunny days and balmy nights, which means it's also the season for expectant mums to feel hot and - let's be honest here - bothered.... Read More...

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Q&A: Can I eat honey if I’m pregnant?

Anita ButterworthFebruary 25, 2019

While our mums may have put honey on our dummies when we were babies, we now know that's incredibly dangerous because bacteria in honey can cause infant bot... Read More...

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Listeria death prompts warning for pregnant women

Anita ButterworthFebruary 25, 2019

Pregnant women are once again being urged to be vigilant about the food they're eating, following the death of a woman in her 80s from listeria poisoning. A... Read More...

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What to look for when buying maternity clothes

A handy guide: how to shop for maternity clothes

Louise WeeksFebruary 22, 2019

Every baby bump (and body) is different. So if you're wondering if there's the perfect day to purchase your first official piece for your maternity wardrobe... Read More...

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

Q&A: Should I stop cleaning the cat litter tray now I’m pregnant?

Anita ButterworthFebruary 22, 2019

You probably already know that your fave soft cheeses are off the menu and hot spas are a no-no now that you're pregnant - but there's something that cat ow... Read More...

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Q&A: When will my morning sickness end? | Mum's Grapevine

Q&A: Gawd, when will my morning sickness end?

Anita ButterworthFebruary 17, 2019

I'm 16 weeks pregnant and my morning sickness (or all day sickness) is hanging around. I thought it was meant to stop after the first trimester, when will i... Read More...

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