3rd Trimester
Prepare for your baby’s arrival with our 3rd trimester resources. Get expert advice on managing late-pregnancy symptoms, finalising your birth plan, and getting everything ready for a smooth transition into motherhood.
11 things every first-time mum should do before baby arrives
The nursery is complete. Your bags are packed. Your labour playlist is all ready to go. What else is there to do when preparing for baby […]
Q&A: Why can’t I fit into my shoes?
Pregnancy stopping you fitting into your favourite pair of shoes? You may need to prepare for a whole new shoe wardrobe. Why do feet get […]
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 […]
10 Natural Winter Cold Cures For Mums-To-Be
Pregnancy brings with it lots of little quirks and unexpected bodily ills, but to top it all off, getting a cold during pregnancy can seem […]
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 tell if you’re in early labour
It’s been nine months of dreaming, hoping and waiting for your little one to arrive and now you’re wondering if today is the day you’re […]
C-Sections Before 39 Weeks Put Babies at Risk, Report Says
Australian babies are being put at risk by c-sections scheduled too early without a medical reason, according to a new report released today. Despite evidence […]
Pregnancy constipation: how to get pooping again
Baby on board and feeling backed up? Constipation in pregnancy is really common thanks to everything going on with your hormones, growing body parts and […]
New Study Confirms: Epidurals Don’t Cause Autism
Researchers have revealed epidural use at birth does not increase the risk of autism in children. The findings quash a previous, highly criticised study released […]
Back pain in pregnancy: 7 handy tips for relief
Pregnancy back pain is common, and it’s not hard to figure out why. Those adorable baby bumps actually throw off our centre of gravity – […]
Book List: 12 Books to Help Siblings Welcome a New Baby
Congratulations. The stork is circling your house carrying your newest priceless package. But while you might be ready to welcome baby to the family, what […]
11 birth myths you need to know before labour
You’ve read all the birthing books and watched every episode of One Born Every Minute. You’re pretty sure you know everything there is to know […]
Researchers discover cause of preeclampsia
Researchers believe they’ve found a primary cause of the potentially deadly pregnancy condition, preeclampsia. The most common pregnancy medical disorder, preeclampsia can be life-threatening for […]
Q&A: When will my outie belly button go back to an innie?
The home stretch of pregnancy includes a few little twists and turns that constantly remind us there’s a little person taking up more and more […]