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Q&A: Is pregnancy spotting normal and when should I see a doctor?

Anita ButterworthDecember 8, 2020

Pregnancy spotting or light bleeding in pregnancy can be scary for an expecting mum, but it doesn't always mean bad news. In fact, pregnancy spotting is ... Read More...

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Q&A: When will my outie belly button go back to an innie?

Anita ButterworthNovember 24, 2020

The home stretch of pregnancy includes a few little twists and turns that constantly remind us there's a little person taking up more and more room in our b... Read More...

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Birth Story: ‘I had twins during Melbourne’s lockdown’

Anita ButterworthNovember 19, 2020

When Melbourne couple Laura-Jane and Shaun Hargreaves decided 2020 would be the year they'd start trying for a family, they never could have imagined what w... Read More...

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Victorian Early Pregnancy Loss Certificate

Early pregnancy loss certificates available for Victorian parents

Anita ButterworthNovember 16, 2020

Victorian parents who've suffered an early pregnancy loss can now apply for a commemorative certificate in honour of their baby. An early pregnancy loss ... Read More...

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Thrifty mum’s Insta-worthy nursery on a budget

Anita ButterworthNovember 9, 2020

Creating a soft, serene baby space doesn't have to blow the family budget, as one clever and super stylish mum has proven. Catherine Ryan has put togethe... Read More...

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6 things you need to know about afterpains

Belinda JoyceNovember 3, 2020

Soaking up newborn cuddles not long after birth, it's common to have the baby bubble burst by afterpains - intense cramps that some mums describe as period ... Read More...

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Q&A: When will my bump start to show?

Anita ButterworthOctober 27, 2020

Waiting for that cute little baby bump to pop can feel like waiting for paint to dry - hurry up already, bub. So when can you expect to actually look pregna... Read More...

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

Anita ButterworthOctober 20, 2020

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

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The best maternity swimwear for 2020 | Mum's Grapevine

6 maternity swimsuits for growing bumps

Louise WeeksOctober 20, 2020

Maternity swimwear comes in all shapes and sizes - think bikinis, tankinis and swimsuits. But like all maternity wear, support, comfort and a great fit dete... Read More...

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Birth story: Mum gives birth in her sleep

Anita ButterworthOctober 15, 2020

Laura Thompson had what many mums only dream of - a painless labour and birth. In fact, the mum-of-two didn't feel a thing, because she was fast asleep. Rea... Read More...

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Lovekins feminine hygiene pads and liners

Enjoy cotton comfort with Lovekins pads and liners

Sarina SinghOctober 15, 2020

Let’s be real, if there’s any time that you need a little extra TLC, it’s during your period. You want pads that work for you and your body. When it comes t... Read More...

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10 things to know when preparing for another baby | Mum's Grapevine

9 things to do when preparing for pregnancy

Katie OliveiraOctober 8, 2020

The decision to try for another bub is a big one. There are family dynamics to think about, the impending juggling act of having more than one child, financ... Read More...

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8 best stretch mark creams for 2020 | Mum's Grapevine

9 brands of nourishing stretch mark cream

Louise WeeksOctober 7, 2020

Baby bumps stretch a little more every day, and before you know it there's a whole lot more skin to take care of. This is when a moisturising and delicious ... Read More...

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Magical maternity photos transporting mums into storybook land

Anita ButterworthSeptember 24, 2020

Mums-to-be are unleashing their inner princesses in a series of magical maternity photoshoots, transforming them into Disney Princesses. Brazilian photog... Read More...

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Birth Story: Mum feels no pain during ‘silent labour’

Anita ButterworthSeptember 22, 2020

India Ward thought it was strange that she couldn't feel any pain during her contractions, as her body silently laboured for 96 hours. She's one of just a s... Read More...

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