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Sorry, sleep deprived parents, but coffee won't help

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Berries are easily tolerated fibre-rich foods and don't tend to produce bloating, unlike some vegetables.

How to beat the bloat (a.k.a. food baby)

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Insomnia among new mums can be caused by a number of reasons.

Dealing with new mum insomnia

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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.

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Your baby's been on the outside for a while, so who - or what - is causing these 'kicks'?

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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When you regret having children

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Fallopian tube blockages and fertility

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The ovarian cancer symptoms to watch out for

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"I would estimate that about two or three women out of every hundred will experience [vaginismus] during their lifetime" ...

Vaginismus explained

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Mel Greig is crippled with pain every month.

Mel Greig opens up on her battle with endometriosis

She's the bubbly host of breakfast radio, but behind Mel Greig's big smile lies a world of hurt.

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In Sweden, a 30-hour week has been shown to benefit satisfaction and health.

The case for a four-day week, every week

It's not just gender equality to play for. More leisure time can be devoted to volunteering, with associated benefits to self-esteem and wellbeing.

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How I learned to love my mummy body

When I had my two daughters, my body became all soft. Some bits wobbly, others a bit saggy.

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I'm a stay-at-home mum. And I'm an addict

The past year has been extraordinarily difficult. It's strange how not doing something is the hardest thing I've ever done.

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Nature optimises the effectiveness of nutrients.

The problem with vitamin pills and supplements

A magic pill is a sexy concept. With it we can instantly remedy any wrongs in our diet or lifestyle.

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If man flu exists, is it because men have a stronger response to viruses, or a weaker immune system?

Why man flu is a real thing, probably

There have been several studies on men's reactions to afflictions and symptoms.

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Vegan Cauliflower, quinoa and goji berry and pumpkin hummus salad at The Grain Store.

When mum, dad, kids and the dogs go vegan

Meet the Sydney family where even the family dog is vegan (most of the time).

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The pain women don't talk about

Only people with a vulva – that is, women – can develop vulvodynia, but that's where the discrimination stops.

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Writing your own happy ending after abuse

Many people are very surprised to learn that I am a survivor of childhood abuse. They ask, "How did you turn out so normal?"

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Wendy Wisner and Erin Kiernan in their honest selfiies.

Exhausted mums share their 'sleepy selfies'

Two photos of mums have shown the world the physical impact of exhaustion in all its frazzled glory.

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Do you hide your emotions from your kids?

I want my children to grow up and know it's okay to feel strong emotion and to display it. Vulnerability and imperfection do not equal weakness.

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