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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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Birth story: ‘I feel so lucky to have experienced a c-section’

Anita ButterworthMarch 13, 2019

Petrea and Jackson married in November 2015, and they wasted little time trying to start a family. "We immediately began trying to conceive a child as it... Read More...

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The world’s worst 30 baby shower cakes

Anita ButterworthMarch 8, 2019

What more could a mum-to-be want at her baby shower, but a bloody, horrifying birthing cake taking centre stage? Strap on your sense of humour and put do... Read More...

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Top 670 girl names you won’t find on other lists

Anita ButterworthMarch 7, 2019

Searching for the perfect baby girl name? We've got you mumma - we've gathered some of the most beautiful, unique, exotic and unusual girl names from around... Read More...

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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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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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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: 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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16 ways to deal with labour pain

Hejira ConveryFebruary 20, 2019

The big day has arrived and you’re officially in labour! This moment often brings relief and excitement, but also some apprehension about what lies ahead. ... Read More...

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

Anita ButterworthFebruary 17, 2019

If you think that reaching the magical 12-week mark in pregnancy will flick the morning sickness switch to off, we've got some sobering news for you. I'm... Read More...

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24 autumn inspired names for babies

Caroline TaylorFebruary 15, 2019

Autumn is such a beautiful time of year. Crisp mornings and sunny days feel like such a blessing before those cold winter winds make their chilly return. ... Read More...

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