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Stay informed with the latest pregnancy news and research. Discover new findings, expert insights, and updates on prenatal care, maternal health, and baby development to keep you and your baby healthy and well-prepared throughout your pregnancy journey.

New research into labour pain suggests that it may be a case of mind over matter | Mum's Grapevine

New Research: Labour Pain May Be Mind Over Matter

Australian researchers say the way women think about labour pain may help them have a more positive experience during birth. La Trobe University researchers interviewed […]

Study finds baby kicking at night is a good sign

Study finds baby kicking at night is a good sign

For expecting mums heading into the home stretch, knowing what’s normal when it comes to baby’s movements has just become easier. A new study has […]

Pregnant eating almond

Eating nuts in pregnancy linked to smarter babies

Craving the crunch of cashews or wanting to munch on macadamias while pregnant? The experts are telling us to go nuts – because eating nutty […]

Study reveals side sleeping in pregnancy cuts stillbirth risk | Mum's Grapevine

Side sleep and cut the risk of a stillbirth by half

Pregnant women who sleep on either side in the last three months of pregnancy more than halve the risk of stillbirth, according to new research. […]

Going down on your partner may prevent miscarriage

New research has uncovered a link between going down on your partner and a reduced incidence of recurrent miscarriage. Rather than the act itself – […]

Birth rituals around the world

11 fascinating birth traditions from around the world

Each day 360,000 babies are born in every corner of the world, from the wilds of Africa to the hospitals of Australia. And with each […]

Breech baby turning technique

Virtual Reality Eases Pain of External Cephalic Version

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. […]

Queensland hospital bans birth photography

Push to Overturn Hospital Birth Photography Ban

Professional photographers claim they’re being banned from taking images during birth at a Queensland hospital, saying it’s ‘taking away women’s rights’. But the hospital says […]

Mother cuddling newborn

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 […]

Homebirths as Safe as Hospital Births for Low-Risk Pregnancies

A homebirth is just as safe as a hospital birth for healthy women with low-risk pregnancies, a Victorian study has found. But for high-risk pregnancies, […]

Project Nursery Mum and Baby Smartband

Wearable Smart Tracker for Bump and Baby

There’s a lot to remember when you’re a mum, even before your little nugget comes along. But remembering when bub last kicked, when you next […]

Pregnancy vitamins for baby growth fish oil

The secret to boosting baby’s growth is easier than you think

Boosting bub’s growth for the first six years of life could be as simple as taking fish oil supplements in late pregnancy. A new study […]

Pregnant mum sleeping napping on couch

Poor Pregnancy Sleep May Affect Unborn Baby’s Health

Tossing, turning and tuning into Netflix at all hours of the night is part and parcel of pregnancy insomnia and a new Australian study has […]

Pregnant women with gestational diabetes

Gestational Diabetes Risks Persist After Birth, Experts Warn

Experts are warning that the risks associated with gestational diabetes continue beyond pregnancy, for both mum and baby. Despite up to 14 per cent of […]

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