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WOTBaby early parenting philosophy by Jen Hamilton

Anita ButterworthAugust 19, 2019

If only babies came with an instruction manual, hey? Well, early parenting expert, Jen Hamilton is offering new mums and dads the next best thing, empowerin... Read More...

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How and when to wash newborn baby clothes

Anita ButterworthJuly 15, 2019

While there's no hard-and-fast rule on the best time in pregnancy to wash baby clothes, the expert consensus is that all baby clothes should always be washe... Read More...

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What to know before visiting a newborn baby | Mum's Grapevine

An open letter to loved ones before you visit our baby

Anita ButterworthJuly 12, 2019

Dear friends and family, It's almost time for us to welcome our little bundle of joy, and we know that you're just as excited as we are. We love that our... Read More...

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Baby Dink review, the baby carrier that pulls on like a t-shirt | Mum's Grapevine

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Baby Dink: the clever way to wear newborns

Louise WeeksJuly 9, 2019

Keeping baby close during those first few months goes a long way towards a strong bond between you and your little lamb. The list of babywearing benefits is... Read More...

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Q&A: How do I calculate my baby’s age?

Anita ButterworthJune 13, 2019

When you're a fresh little being on the earth, life is measured by hours, then days. Early on, it's easy to track how old the new arrival is. But when the d... Read More...

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The benefits of pelvic floor exercises during and after pregnancy | Mum's Grapevine

How to look after your pelvic floor after having a baby

Chloe LorbackMarch 11, 2019

While not talked about often enough, keeping your pelvic floor in tip-top shape during pregnancy and after birth is super important. Why? Because no mumma w... Read More...

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Post-baby ‘Mummymoon’: Why you need a holiday after having a baby

Anita ButterworthOctober 10, 2018

New mums are being encouraged to indulge in a post-baby 'mummymoon' with their baby to nourish themselves after giving birth. Australian tropical hideawa... Read More...

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Meet Evie Carter, the cutie pie born with teeth

Anita ButterworthAugust 31, 2018

Most parents dread the drooly, fussy teething stage, but little Evie Carter has bypassed it altogether. The adorable NSW tot was born with two perfect littl... Read More...

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10 newborn photos to take at the hospital

Anita ButterworthJuly 30, 2018

There's nothing quite like a tiny newborn, fresh into the world all sleepy and so very sweet. Those first few hours are perfect for capturing the beauty of ... Read More...

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Why does my baby want to be held all the time?

Brooke MareeJuly 13, 2018

From the moment we hold our baby in our arms, we become their entire world - so it's little wonder they crave being cuddled. And much to the surprise of man... Read More...

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Colic doesn’t cause ongoing problems with babies, study finds

Anita ButterworthJune 26, 2018

Parents of colicky babies are being reassured that the condition doesn't cause ongoing behavioural problems with babies. New research from Melbourne's Mu... Read More...

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Using a baby carrier after a c-section

Brooke MareeJune 26, 2018

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 do af... Read More...

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Baby acne: What you need to know

Edwina SharrockJune 21, 2018

Baby acne, milk rash - whatever you call it, it's really common for newborns to have their perfect skin dotted with blemishes not long after birth. We've... Read More...

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Australian parents can now watch premmie babies through webcams

Anita ButterworthJune 19, 2018

Australian parents of premature babies are now able to watch their precious little ones on webcam, thanks to modern technology. It's the next-best-thing ... Read More...

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‘Second night syndrome’: What new mums need to know

Edwina SharrockJune 14, 2018

Those first precious hours after a baby is born are usually filled with happy hormones and excited family oohing and ahhing over your adorable new addition.... Read More...

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