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When labour just doesn't happen
After three healthy kids, I can’t help feeling I’ve been a little ripped off. I missed out on something I had always wanted to experience, and now I’ll never get the chance.
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Why couples with daughters are more likely to divorce
Couples with daughters have higher divorce rates than those with boys. A new study reveals why that is the case.
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Be careful what you say, your baby is listening.
The importance of speaking to your baby even if they are not old enough to answer back has been highlighted by new research.
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Grieving father asks for help to Photoshop his daughter's image
When Nathan Steffel's daughter Sophia died from a liver condition at just 6 weeks old, he reached out for someone to create a beautiful image of his little girl.
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The 15 photos new parents share (and five they don't)
From the first scan photo to the baby covered in cake at their first birthday party, there are 15 photos most parents seem to share - and some they don't.
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Conception
Who will Australia's new adoption process really help?
Patricia Fronkek At first glance, Australia’s changes to intercountry adoption sound fair. But there are too many unanswered questions about this reform agenda.
A family's journey from heartbreak to sheer joy
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Rochelle Moore Julia and Lee Newton faced one of their darkest moments when they realised they couldn't have more children. Then a friend offered the gift of a lifetime.
Second time lucky: conceiving naturally after IVF
I fell pregnant after my husband passed away
Hold the phone: mobiles damage chance of becoming a dad
The invisible loss of infertility
Pregnancy
In your genes: who will your baby look like?
Angela Tufvesson 9:00am Wondering whether your baby will take after mum or be more like dad is a fun way to pass the time while pregnant. But at the end of day, it is almost impossible to predict what traits your son or daughter will be born with.
The not-so-accidental pregnancies
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LIBBY HAKIM While most surprise pregnancies are just that – surprises to all involved – these mums-to-be occasionally have a little secret. For some, the pregnancy is no shock.
What baby name style are you?
Changing tastes in pregnancy
New test identifies premature birth risk
Pregnant Queenslanders to get free vaccines
Birth
Doctor sings first Happy Birthday to newborns
LETITIA ROWLANDS His job is to deliver babies, but this US obstetrician also has a unique way of celebrating the miracle of life.
When labour just doesn't happen
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KERRI SACKVILLE After three healthy kids, I can’t help feeling I’ve been a little ripped off. I missed out on something I had always wanted to experience, and now I’ll never get the chance.
Alternative practices after birth
Baby born after mum struck by lightning
Dad films baby's speedy birth on GoPro camera
'Miracle' baby survives miscarriage and abortion pills
Photo Galleries
Baby
The myths and facts about "normal" breastfeeding
LETITIA ROWLANDS When it comes to successful breastfeeding, there is a wide variety to what is "normal", according to new research.
Make nappy changing fun with clever playsuits
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Babyology These baby playsuits will make changing nappies fun and easy. There are so many colours and designs to choose from.
My baby is hypermobile
Be careful what you say, your baby is listening.
Colds in babies and young children
Breastfeeding friendly café goes viral
Toddler
Adorable Skeanie loafers for kids
Jen Ng Your little toddler or preschooler can now get their nautical on with a new range of classic loafers by Australian show brand Skeanie.
Raising kids in a 'low media' home
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Brooke Wilson Can you imagine a life without TV or computers? Some parents are opting for a low-tech, screen-free life for their kids.
Stay-at-home parents need childcare assistance too
Two-year-old boy goes missing from childcare centre
The woman who will toilet-train your toddler - for almost $2000
Becoming comfortable with my discipline style
Lifestyle
A great gift idea for mum and the car
Jen Ng Being stuck on the side of the road with a flat car battery can be a nightmare. We think the PowerAll can help you out.
Family turned back from doomed flight MH17
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Keith Perry and Edward Malnick 'There must have been someone watching over us and saying, 'You must not get on that flight,' says mother who narrowly avoided boarding the Malaysian Airlines flight which exploded in mid-air over the Ukraine last night.
Grieving father asks for help to Photoshop his daughter's image
Kate Middleton pregnancy rumour mill in overdrive
Why the RBA says you're probably better off renting
Childcare costs, not paid leave, the real issue for parents
Wellbeing
Sexy swimsuits for all sizes
Sexy at every curve is a new swimsuit calendar to rival any sports illustrated cover.
The app and gadget that will help your pelvic floor
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Babyology This revolutionary Kickstarter project combines a device and an app to give women the ability to track their pelvic floor health – all from the palm of their hands.