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.
A calender of prenatal tests and screenings
Peeing on a stick is only the beginning. From the moment you see that second line on the pregnancy test, there are a number of […]
Q&A: Is it ok to go tenpin bowling if I’m pregnant?
Once you’re pregnant, things you did without thinking twice are suddenly questioned – particularly when they involve physical movement. Ever wondering if tenpin bowling is […]
Q&A: What’s with the shortness of breath?
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 […]
What a mucus plug looks like (with pictures)
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 […]
Q&A: What’s with snoring during pregnancy?
Don’t be alarmed – even if you’ve never been a snorer, pregnancy can bring out the nighttime freight train in all of us. Yep, it’s […]
How to look after your pelvic floor after having a baby
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 […]
Q&A: When is the best time to go on a babymoon?
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 […]
Q&A: Is it dangerous to go over 40 weeks gestation?
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 […]
How to avoid abdominal muscle separation in pregnancy
Noticed a strange ‘gap’ between your abdominal muscles, or your pregnant belly looking a little weird? It could be abdominal muscle separation – a really […]
Virtual reality helps mums through painful pregnancy procedure
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. […]
10 ways to keep cool during pregnancy
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 […]
Q&A: Is honey ok to eat when pregnant?
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 […]
A handy guide: how to shop for maternity clothes
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 […]
Q&A: Should I stop cleaning the cat litter tray now I’m pregnant?
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 […]
Q&A: Gawd, when will my morning sickness end?
Here’s the good news: if you have morning sickness it’s actually a good sign and linked to a lower risk of pregnancy loss. You’re also in […]