3rd Trimester
How to manage pelvic girdle pain
Pregnancy is a beautiful time in a woman’s life. It can also be a really, really uncomfortable time. You’re basically growing a watermelon inside you, […]
Crazy pregnancy dreams: what they really mean
Strange symptoms are part of the territory when you are pregnant. But one of the most surprising (and often confusing) symptoms many women experience is […]
16 ways to deal with labour pain
The big day has arrived and you’re officially in labour, which not only brings relief and excitement, but also apprehension about the pain that lies […]
Belly lifting tip for instant pregnancy relief
As beautiful as it is, a baby belly can be a pain in the back. And neck. And shoulders. Those last few weeks, when the […]
What to pack in a hospital bag: 82 things you may not think to take
The countdown to baby’s arrival is on. The nursery looks adorable, you’re fully stocked with nappies and baby wipes, and the house is squeaky clean. […]
Braxton Hicks contractions or real contractions?
When you’re achingly close to meeting your little one, every little twinge makes your heart leap. Your tummy suddenly feels super tight – are you […]
How to stimulate nipples for labour
When you’ve watched your due date come and go and spicy dinners aren’t doing the trick it might be time to try a more scientific […]
18 ways to be a brilliant birth partner
When thinking about preparing for childbirth, most of the attention naturally goes to the mum-to-be. After all, she’s the one who’s going to be doing […]
Posterior position: everything you need to know before and during birth
Have you ever heard the term ‘posterior’? Or perhaps face-up or sunny side up? Mum’s Grapevine expert, midwife Edwina Sharrock from Birth Beat explains the posterior […]
How to use a hair comb for labour pain
It’s the viral labour pain relief tip that has pregnant women whipping down to their nearest Kmart for a hair comb. The little-known technique delves […]
What actually happens to a baby’s head during birth
Ever wondered how ‘that’ is going to get out of ‘there’? Well, science has just lifted the lid on another fascinating birth phenomenon. Experts have […]
Birth story: Mum gives birth in hospital car park
Most mums-to-be have a niggling end-of-pregnancy fear that they won’t make it to the hospital in time. Call it mother’s intuition, it keeps us on […]
50 THINGS to tackle during the nesting phase
Yay – there’s a teeny tiny baby on the way. And although your heart may be bursting with joy, welcoming a wee one into the […]
Mum livestreams unassisted homebirth
A mum has live streamed the super quick, unassisted home birth of her fourth child in her bathtub. Kara Baker from Missouri in the US […]
50 things every mum thinks during labour
After nine months of growing a little human, it’s finally time – the contractions have started, the baby is coming and our minds are racing […]