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6 things I thought I'd do on maternity leave (and didn't)
There were a number of things I thought I was going to achieve during my months at home. As it happens, the reality was rather different.
The phenomenon of phantom pregnancy kicks
'Phantom pregnancy kicks’ are encountered by many mums months - or even years - after their pregnancy is over.
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How new mum Caitlin is part of a health epidemic among the young
Caitlin Moorhouse attributed her sharp pain to lifting her beautiful daughter, but her doctor told her the unspeakable truth.
Endometriosis: the silent crisis affecting relationships
Partners of women in chronic pain suffer, too - often in miserable silence.
Why you shouldn't wear undies to bed
According to health professionals, going commando at night is necessary to let your nether regions "breathe" and to avoid infection.
The case for smarter labelling of sugar
When it comes to the sugar in packaged food should food labels distinguish between sugar that's a natural part of the food (like the sugar in milk) and sugars added by the manufacturer?
Putting some soul into sole parenting
Veronica Sherman explains why she is redefining her view of herself as a solo parent.
How letting go of anger made me a better mum
It only takes a second to reach the point of no return, yet finding your way back can last a lifetime.
I thought it was only a 24-hour bug, but what I really had almost killed me
The 'widowmaker' isn’t human, but it takes many, many lives.
8 steps to help you stay positive
When it seems as though you cannot escape a negative point of view, whether due to interior or exterior sources, it can be very easy to get caught up in the downward spiral.
Cleaning hacks you should never try at home
Not all hacks were created equal and some will hinder rather than help, ruin rather than remedy. Here's a list of cleaning hacks that we suggest you do NOT try at home...
6 common dreams and what they mean
From fuzzy to fantastic to frightening, dreams conjure the unimaginable in our minds.
'Do not let others define you'
Here is the advice our country's female cabinet ministers would give to their 21-year-old selves if they had the chance.
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