4th Trimester Archives

How to manage baby’s first cold

Sammi HallJune 23, 2021

Baby's first cold is always heartbreaking for new parents. Giggles turn to sniffles and sweet little smiles get turned upside down. While a cold will eve... Read More...

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Best shapewear for diastasis recti | Mum's Grapevine

14 shapewear products to help with diastasis recti

Katie OliveiraJune 1, 2021

Diastasis recti, also known as abdominal separation, is when the muscles that meet in the middle of your stomach separate. It's very common during pregnancy... Read More...

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6 things you need to know about afterpains

Belinda JoyceNovember 3, 2020

Soaking up newborn cuddles not long after birth, it's common to have the baby bubble burst by afterpains - intense cramps that some mums describe as period ... Read More...

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Q&A: Incontinence after birth: Just how normal is it?

Anita ButterworthSeptember 2, 2020

It's really common to have some leakage after giving birth, and most of us assume that it's normal to wet ourselves a little after a cough or sneeze (or a r... Read More...

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What to expect when you bring a newborn home

Newborn life: 7 things to expect once baby comes home

Anita ButterworthOctober 24, 2019

We’ve all been inundated with countless platitudes surrounding the first few weeks with a newborn. And while they are true – the time does go by quickly, yo... Read More...

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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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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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New mums urged to take mummymoons | Mum's Grapevine

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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