2nd Trimester Archives

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

Side sleep and cut the risk of a stillbirth by half

Anita ButterworthApril 10, 2019

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. Previous stu... 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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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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Planning a babymoon: What you need to know

Sarina SinghJanuary 7, 2019

Having a baby is a truly life-changing experience. In the blink of an eye, you have a tiny human to love and look after. While it’s exciting and amazing, so... Read More...

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Is your car family friendly? | Mum's Grapevine

Is your car family friendly? Handy checklist.

Sammi HallDecember 14, 2018

There's a baby bump on the road ahead which means it's time to put your vehicle through the car family friendly test to see if it stands up to the twists an... Read More...

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20 awesome things about the second trimester

Sammi HallDecember 4, 2018

Welcome to the second trimester - let the fun begin! The first trimester is usually pretty intense: you are harnessing the nervous excitement of this life-c... Read More...

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Mums reveal 10 things they loved about second trimester

Anita ButterworthNovember 15, 2018

Twelve weeks have ticked by and it's finally time to tell the world about the little bun that's been baking away in your belly. Reaching the second trimest... Read More...

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16 creative gender reveal cakes

Louise WeeksSeptember 28, 2018

The moment you find out whether your having a boy or a girl is absolutely magical. And if you're yet to find out the news, you're probably thinking of memor... Read More...

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How to extend your wardrobe during pregnancy | Mum's Grapevine

Clever ways to extend your wardrobe throughout pregnancy

Anita ButterworthSeptember 24, 2018

That cute baby bump has made an appearance and there's no more blaming last night's curry - there's definitely a baby on board. If regular clothes are getti... Read More...

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How to safely keep a belly button piercing during pregnancy

Anita ButterworthSeptember 20, 2018

Belly button bling doesn't need to get the flick during pregnancy, but a little extra care will go a long way to keeping it looking good when your bump bulg... Read More...

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Pregnancy milestones: what to look forward to

Anita ButterworthSeptember 18, 2018

The butterflies in your tummy are real now there's a teeny tiny person growing inside you. For just... Read More...

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Sibling pregnancy announcements: 9 awesome ideas to inspire you | Mum's Grapevine

9 pregnancy announcements siblings can do

Louise WeeksSeptember 12, 2018

There's nothing quite like announcing your pregnancy to the world. And whether you have one, two, three or more kiddos, the delight on the faces of family a... Read More...

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Second trimester pregnancy symptoms

Anita ButterworthAugust 29, 2018

You're finally able to wave goodbye to morning sickness (if you're lucky) as you bid farewell to the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. But hold onto your growing b... Read More...

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You're going to be a grandparent jigsaw puzzle

10 adorable ways to say, “You’re going to be a grandparent”

Anita ButterworthAugust 23, 2018

If you're counting down the days till you tell your mum and dad that they're going to be grandparents, we've got the perfect way to pass the time - prepare ... Read More...

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Q&A: When should I start sleeping on my side when pregnant?

Anita ButterworthAugust 1, 2018

Getting comfy in bed with a baby bump can be tricky, but did you know that certain sleep positions during pregnancy are unsafe for bub? Here's why we sho... Read More...

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