Postpartum
Navigate the postpartum world with confidence. Discover what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to your postpartum body and emotions. Find helpful tips and guides to help you thrive in this new chapter of your life.
Post-baby ‘Mummymoon’: Why you need a holiday after having a baby
New mums are being encouraged to indulge in a post-baby ‘mummymoon’ with their baby to nourish themselves after giving birth. Australian tropical hideaways are opening […]
Tampon tax to finally be scrapped after 18 year battle
The tax on tampons and pads in Australia will be scrapped, after an 18-year battle to have feminine hygiene products GST exempt. All of the […]
Psychologist urges mums to take kid-free holidays with besties
In case you needed an excuse, psychologists say we should be taking regular ‘mum-cations’ to recharge from the daily grind of motherhood. Getting up to […]
Using a baby carrier after a c-section
If you’ve recently undergone a cesarean, are planning one, or are researching ‘just in case’, you might be wondering what activities you can and can’t […]
Myth busted: Having babies doesn’t make you fat
Beautiful baby bellies are part and parcel of pregnancy and now new research has debunked the belief that having a baby triggers long-term weight gain. The […]
Hearty postpartum moroccan chicken
Warming and hearty, lightly spiced Moroccan chicken is a delicious dish that works wonders on healing postpartum bodies while nourishing the whole family. The vegetables and […]
Q&A: Expert reveals when it’s safe drive after a c-section
Mum’s Grapevine Due Date Group member Sharny is keen to get back behind the wheel after giving birth via c-section. But she’s not sure if […]
Recipe: Warming postpartum dahl with coconut milk
Nurturing and warming Dahl is a simple and nutritious meal for pregnancy or postpartum mothers. Nutritionally, fennel seeds and ginger are thought to promote breastmilk […]
11 ways to hide Postpartum hair loss and how to stop it
Baby has entered the world and the pregnancy glow has all but faded. You’re feeling more like yourself every day. You’re back in your pre-pregnancy […]
Survival kit: 6 after birth must-haves for down there
Your hospital bag is packed. But is it really packed? There are a few amazing little inclusions that should be in every mum-to-be’s post-birth survival kit. […]
This is the size of the wound left in a uterus after birth
Grab a side plate from your kitchen and place it on your belly. That is the size of the wound left on your uterus after […]
Q&A: When can I go swimming after a c-section?
C-section mummas in the Mum’s Grapevine Due Date Groups are debating whether they can go swimming soon after giving birth. Mum’s Grapevine had a quick […]
Push for new mums to get free tummy tucks
An Australian plastic surgeon is calling for free mummy tummy tucks to help ease post-partum pain. Dr Alastair Taylo claims tummy tucks have helped his […]
5 ways to help avoid postnatal depression
Belly wrapping, eating warm and wet, oil massage – they’re all nurturing ways to help new mums ease into their parenting journey. And they may […]
What postpartum hair loss looks like [video]
Lush locks are a brilliant little pregnancy perk. Thick and plentiful hair is something most mums-to-be experience while baking a babe. But once that bun […]