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Healthy breakfast ideas for pregnancy and morning sickness

Shahna SarpiMarch 24, 2020

It’s not uncommon to experience morning sickness throughout pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Morning sickness involves symptoms such as nausea ... Read More...

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Pregnancy & Coronavirus, what yo need to know

Pregnancy and coronavirus: what you need to know

Edwina SharrockFebruary 5, 2020

Pregnant and concerned about how the coronavirus may impact you or your baby? Mum's Grapevine expert, midwife Edwina Sharrock from Birth Beat explains ho... Read More...

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4 things no-one tells you about pregnancy boobs

Lynne-McKensey HallSeptember 10, 2019

Breast changes during pregnancy. Pregnancy boobs aren't your typical boobs. They may grow, they may not, they may leak, they may not, and just like every... Read More...

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3 easy food swaps during pregnancy | Mum's Grapevine

3 easy (and satisfying) pregnancy food swaps

Steph WearneSeptember 3, 2019

Pregnancy insomnia has us lusting after coffee while the preggo cravings have got us searching for the nearest sushi train. But we're told to ditch these de... Read More...

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10 energy-boosting snacks for labour | Mum's Grapevine

10 energy-boosting snacks for the delivery room

Shahna SarpiAugust 6, 2019

It’s no secret that labour is an extremely physically and mentally demanding time. Food may be the last thing on your mind, but if you do feel up to snackin... Read More...

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5 exercises in 5 minutes to help prepare for labour

Chloe LorbackJuly 9, 2019

We've all heard that giving birth is like running a marathon, but there's no need to sweat it out in the gym to get your mum-bod ready for labour. Women'... Read More...

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9 caffeine-free hot drinks for mums-to-be

Louise WeeksJune 13, 2019

Warming up in winter takes no time at all when cuddling that morning cup of coffee. But for mums-to-be who are steering clear of caffeine, finding a hot dri... Read More...

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Q&A: Do I have to stop drinking coffee now I’m pregnant?

Steph WearneJune 10, 2019

Pregnancy should be a time where you are calm and relaxed and enjoy the journey of bringing your new baby to life. For many, caffeine may have little if any... Read More...

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Eating nuts in pregnancy linked to smarter babies

Anita ButterworthMay 17, 2019

Craving the crunch of cashews or wanting to munch on macadamias while pregnant? The experts are telling us to go nuts - because eating nutty goodness in the... 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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How to avoid abdominal muscle separation in pregnancy

Chloe LorbackMarch 5, 2019

Noticed a strange 'gap' between your abdominal muscles, or your pregnant belly looking a little weird? It could be abdominal muscle separation - a really co... 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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How to ease pregnancy leg and ankle swelling

Anita ButterworthJanuary 30, 2019

Baby on board and can't see where your legs finish and your feet start? Welcome to pregnancy leg and ankle swelling, where cute shoes are ditched and cankle... Read More...

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Q&A: What should I do about dental checks during pregnancy? | Mum's Grapevine

Q&A: Can I see a Dentist when I’m pregnant?

Anita ButterworthJanuary 10, 2019

Lots of mums-to-be are worried that getting dental x-rays and fillings while pregnant may harm their bubs. But is that true, or should you stick to your reg... Read More...

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Taking Omega-3 in pregnancy reduces premature births

Anita ButterworthNovember 19, 2018

Pregnant women are being encouraged to take a daily dose of omega-3 from 12 weeks of pregnancy to reduce the risk of their baby being born prematurely. A... Read More...

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