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 ok to drink kombucha when pregnant?

Anita ButterworthDecember 31, 2018

Kombucha is the fermented tea drink with a cult following thanks to its promised health benefits, but is it ok to drink it while pregnant? What's everyon... Read More...

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10 bump-friendly mocktails to bring in the new year

Louise WeeksDecember 27, 2018

The New Years celebrations are almost upon us and as well as racking your brain about what to wear (thanks, baby) there's also the issue of what to drink. D... Read More...

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Q&A: Is it safe to get acrylic nails when pregnant?

Anita ButterworthDecember 23, 2018

Worried you'll have to ditch having your acrylic nails during pregnancy? You're not the only one, most mums with beautifully manicured talons aren't sure if... Read More...

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Q&A: Is it ok to get a tattoo during pregnancy?

Anita ButterworthDecember 18, 2018

Whether it's your first or you're adding to your existing ink, you may be wondering if it's ok to get a tattoo if you're pregnant. Safety, stretch marks and... Read More...

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10 things to look forward to in your third trimester

Sammi HallDecember 12, 2018

This is it, baby! Your third trimester is the home stretch of your pregnancy and each day you are closer and closer to meeting your precious bundle of joy. ... Read More...

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Q&A: Is it safe to use insect repellent when pregnant?

Anita ButterworthDecember 11, 2018

The hum of pesky flies and whine of mosquitos are all part of the charm of Aussie living, and smelling like Aeroguard is a rite of passage. But you may have... Read More...

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20 awesome things about the second trimester

Sammi HallDecember 4, 2018

Welcome to the second trimester - let the fun begin! The first trimester is usually pretty intense: you are harnessing the nervous excitement of this life-c... Read More...

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Third trimester pregnancy symptoms

Anita ButterworthNovember 28, 2018

It's the home stretch (literally) - the third trimester and so much is happening to your body. Everything is being stretched to the max, and the aches and p... Read More...

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Changes to paid parental leave, what you need to know

Anita ButterworthNovember 20, 2018

New parents will be able to choose how they take their paid parental leave, under new reforms announced today. Parents will be able to split their paid p... Read More...

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Taking Omega-3 in pregnancy reduces premature births

Anita ButterworthNovember 19, 2018

Pregnant women are being encouraged to take a daily dose of omega-3 from 12 weeks of pregnancy to reduce the risk of their baby being born prematurely. A... Read More...

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Mums reveal 10 things they loved about second trimester

Anita ButterworthNovember 15, 2018

Twelve weeks have ticked by and it's finally time to tell the world about the little bun that's been baking away in your belly. Reaching the second trimest... Read More...

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Q&A: Can I still go to a live concert when pregnant

Anita ButterworthNovember 15, 2018

You bought the tickets before you had bub on board and now you're wondering if the little groover in your belly is going to freak out at their very first co... Read More...

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Why di I have bleeding gums in pregnancy?

Q&A: Can I eat cooked soft cheese when pregnant?

Anita ButterworthNovember 6, 2018

High on the 'don't eat during pregnancy list' are soft cheeses like brie and camembert (sigh), but what about those gooey baked wheels of cheesy goodness? ... Read More...

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Rules for international plane travel during your third trimester

Sammi HallNovember 2, 2018

Taking your bump on an overseas jaunt? Then you'll need our handy guide to just what you need to know when flying beyond our shores. If you're heading in o... Read More...

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Q&A: Can I have a spa if I’m pregnant?

Anita ButterworthNovember 1, 2018

Carrying around a baby bump makes the idea of floating in a spa or bath sound like bliss, but is it still safe to do when you're expecting? We have a spa... Read More...

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