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.
Q&A: Is it safe to use insect repellent when pregnant?
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 […]
20 awesome things about the second trimester
Welcome to the second trimester – let the fun begin! The first trimester is usually pretty intense: you are harnessing the nervous excitement of this […]
Third trimester pregnancy symptoms
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 […]
Changes to paid parental leave, what you need to know
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 […]
Taking Omega-3 in pregnancy reduces premature births
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 […]
Mums reveal 10 things they loved about second trimester
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 […]
Q&A: Can I still go to a live concert when pregnant
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 […]
Q&A: Can I eat cooked soft cheese when pregnant?
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 […]
Rules for international plane travel during your third trimester
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 […]
Q&A: Can I have a spa if I’m pregnant?
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 […]
Ultrasound nail art is the latest pregnancy announcement trend
If you’re looking for an ultra unique way to tell the world you’re having a baby, the latest pregnancy reveal trend has nailed it. Literally. Mums-to-be are using […]
Q&A: Can I eat a McFlurry when pregnant?
A midnight preggo Maccas run because bub is craving all the nuggets is totally acceptable, but what about adding that Oreo McFlurry to the order? […]
Birth choices: hospital, home birth, private or public
Bringing baby into the world is one of life’s most magical moments. And living in this lucky country means we get to choose where our […]
Q&A: Should you take a day off to have a Glucose Tolerance Test?
Second trimester means taking the Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT). And if you’re planning ahead you’re probably already dreaming of the meal you’ll demolish after fasting. […]
6 prenatal vitamins and supplements for pregnancy
Growing a bub makes you want to eat all of the things or none of the things (thanks morning sickness), which means giving your body […]