Pregnancy
What to expect when you’re expecting including Australian birth stories, maternity fashion, pregnancy must-haves, baby books, apps and more.
Birth Story: ‘I had twins during Melbourne’s lockdown’
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 […]
Early pregnancy loss certificates available for Victorian parents
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 is […]
51-year-old mum gives birth to own granddaughter
A 51-year-old woman has given birth to her own grandchild, after carrying her daughter’s baby as a surrogate. Julie Loving gave birth to baby Briar […]
Thrifty mum’s Insta-worthy nursery on a budget
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 […]
6 things you need to know about afterpains
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 […]
Q&A: When will my bump start to show?
Waiting for that cute little baby bump to pop can feel like waiting for paint to dry – hurry up already, bub. So when can […]
Q&A: Is it safe to have sex when pregnant?
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 […]
6 maternity swimsuits for growing bumps
Maternity swimwear comes in all shapes and sizes – think bikinis, tankinis and bathers. But like all maternity wear, support, comfort and a great fit […]
Birth story: Mum gives birth in her sleep
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 […]
Enjoy cotton comfort with Lovekins pads and liners
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 […]
9 things to do when preparing for pregnancy
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 […]
9 brands of nourishing stretch mark cream
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 […]
Magical maternity photos transporting mums into storybook land
Mums-to-be are unleashing their inner princesses in a series of magical maternity photoshoots, transforming them into Disney Princesses. Brazilian photographer Vanessa Firme uses costumes, makeup, […]
Birth Story: Mum feels no pain during ‘silent labour’
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 […]
Birth Story: ‘I had a 10% chance of falling pregnant’
Samantha Ellis was plagued with health problems, and at 26 was already going through menopause. Her body had been through endless surgeries and a hysterectomy […]