At this time, you might have that longed-for pregnancy glow! But unfortunately, this ‘glow’ doesn’t visit all pregnant women; for instance, others experience acne, as it is a side effect you can’t do much about as you progress further in your pregnancy journey. Artist Holly Priddis How your baby is growing when
Christmas is about family and celebrating new beginnings, just like a new baby. Being pregnant at Christmas time, when the world is celebrating the birth of a baby, can be a lovely experience. Then again, it can be a busy time, with shopping, eating and drinking consuming your life, just when you are trying
It's hard being a woman. Many of us spend much of our adult lives watching our weight, struggling to get enough exercise and disciplining our eating. When we become pregnant it can seem like the perfect opportunity to relax the reins a little; after all, we are eating for two, right? Not quite. The
At this time that you have settled into pregnancy, you may be wondering when you might start to show. It begins with a bit of bloating at this stage, and you will notice an immense difference in your stomach between when you first wake up versus when you go to sleep. This difference is
When baby wipes first appeared on the market in the late 1970's they were renowned as something akin to a modern miracle. Rather than wet washers that had to be washed and could house bacteria, here was a disposable version that was portable, already moist and smelled delightful. While relatively expensive within the currency
Every expectant parent wants a healthy baby, but a positive birth experience is also important. So how do you find a care provider you trust to help you make informed decisions and support your wishes? We spoke to Sunshine Coast birthing educator and maternal health advocate Alecia Staines. Often women hear, "The most important
By now, the news of your impending arrival is starting to sink in. But, you may question with whom you are going to share this exciting news. Some people prefer to keep it a secret for the first 12 weeks until they feel the risk of miscarriage decreases. Ultimately, the decision is yours. Do
You know some mothers suffer from postnatal depression but have you also wondered whether you might be experiencing postnatal anxiety? Various studies show that at least 1 in 10 mums develop an anxiety disorder in the first year after birth, and this can perhaps be as many as 4 in 10. Learn about postnatal
If you haven’t already, now is a great time to do a home pregnancy test. Most tests on the market are more than 99% effective at detecting hCG in your system after a missed period. However, if you found out a week or so ago, the news that you are bringing a new little
Being a new dad can leave you feeling a bit at sea when mums are the ones who give birth and breastfeed. However, there are several important ways dads can help new mums. We know that dads want to be involved. However, reviews of various studies tell us there are barriers preventing dads from
