Women's Health
Five foods to boost fertility
Thinking about trying for a baby? Now is the time to start eating the right foods to increase your chances.
Empathic Parenting: Why being a great parent has its downsides
Exercising empathy with your child can hurt your health
How long should you wait to get pregnant after a miscarriage?
A new study suggests you may not have to wait as long as you thought
Paracetamol in pregnancy could lead to a child with asthma
Women who take paracetamol during pregnancy may be putting their baby at risk of developing asthma as a child, a new study suggests
Fitbit Pregnancy Detection: Your Fitbit knows you're pregnant before you do
Well, you know you’re in the 21st Century when a piece of wearable fitness technology is the first thing to tell you you’re pregnant
Why eating chocolate in pregnancy is good for you: New study reveals benefits
A very good reason to embrace those chocolate cravings
Infertility Causes: Where you live could put you at risk
According to U.S researchers, women who live in highly polluted cities are more likely to have fertility issues than those who live in areas where the air ...
7 things no one ever tells you about sex after giving birth
There's a lot of information about sex, and there's a lot of information about life after having a baby, but there are some things about having sex once yo...
Christmas gifts: How to avoid the gift frenzy
’Tis the season of giving (and expecting) but these simple steps will help parents navigate the present-giving pitfalls, writes Alexandra Carlton
Drinking coffee while pregnant might be okay, says a study
A new study says that caffeine while pregnant doesn't harm a child's development and behaviour
Kim Kardashian weight gain in pregnancy: Are there health risks?
No longer are women allowed to use the excuse ‘I’m eating for two’ when it comes to over indulging during pregnancy
Life lessons we should teach our kids
Viewing life as your teacher lets you find a more enlightened way of raising your children, both in how you instruct them and how you learn from them
5 questions to ask your IVF clinic
Australia has some of the best IVF clinics in the world, but asking these questions will make the IVF process easier
“It’s time we step up to look after these kids”
Deborra-lee Furness, Sandra Sully and Jack Thompson are part of a growing movement calling for radical change to Australia’s adoption laws. By Rosie King
Tips for saving for a baby and surviving on one income
The secret to living on one wage when baby arrives? Getting into top financial shape – starting now!
The child and parent bond: 8 ways to change your parenting style
Easy ways to have a better relationship with your child
Beauty tips during pregnancy
Gabriela Rosa, Fertility Specialist & Founder of Natural Fertility Breakthrough shares her tips for staying pampered during pregnancy
Jobs, health issues: why women't aren't having more children
Most women are having fewer children than they would like. And it's not for the reasons you might think...
Seeding: The new birth trend that's all about bacteria
There’s a curious new birth practice taking place across Australia, where bubs born by C-section are swabbed with their mum’s vaginal fluid. The eviden...
Guide to looking fab in 5 minutes for busy mums
Hairdresser Aleks Abadia and make-up artist Jacqui Arnold share their top tips for the time poor
Skincare for mum and bub
Whether you’re planning a pregnancy, are pregnant now or are enjoying being a first-time mum, here’s how to tackle the most common skin changes and cha...
“After 23 rounds of IVF I’m finally pregnant”
In 2013, body+soul helped Megan Dunstan lose 20kg in the hope it would assist in her fertility journey. Now 25 weeks pregnant, she shares her story with Ka...
What childcare challenges do you face? Take part in the Kidspot national childcare survey
Kidspot want to hear about your child care challenges
Australian study finds video games are “good for kids”
It seems video games may not be so bad for kids after all...
“We packed up our lives and set off on a three-year road trip”
Lorna Hendry, 48, quit her job to travel around Australia with her family. She reveals what led them down the road less travelled and how their lives chang...
“My best friend gave me a baby”
When Kim Wiggins, 39, was diagnosed with breast cancer and potential infertility, her best friend, Tobi Best, 39 , offered to be a surrogate mum.
Old life vs new life: the struggle of becoming a new mum
How to deal with the changes that being a new mum brings to your life
Natural remedies for common breastfeeding problems
Treat common breastfeeding issues with these natural fixes
How to help if your daughter is dealing with infertility issues
When a couple are struggling with infertility, it can take its toll on the whole family, especially the future grandparents. Amy Molloy reports
Job skills you’ve mastered as a mum
Whether you're heading back to the workforce for financial reasons, or to enjoy an uninterrupted bathroom break for the first time in years, returning to w...
4 ways to keep your relationship on track after having a baby
How to maintain the spark even when you're busy, sleep-deprived and possibly still wearing yesterday's pyjamas
How to treat cold and flu while pregnant
Dr Cindy Pan's tips on treating cold and flu during pregnancy
Signs you live with a toddler
Little people are wonderful but they sure do make the home an interesting place to be. Can you relate to any of the following?
Easy ways to simplify life
Parenting blogger Jodi Wilson shares her tips on how to simplify life as mum
8 things you should do before trying to get pregnant
It’s important to undertake some prep to increase your chances of a healthy pregnancy
5 reasons why mums shouldn't feel guilty about "me" time
Dr Cindy Pan talks about the health benefits of mums taking time out for themselves
What to do when your child is being bullied
Around one in six children are bullied every week. What, as parents, can you do to prevent or stop it when it’s happening to your child?
The dos and don'ts of kitchen hygiene: is your home safe?
Australian Food Hygiene Services Director Marjorie Harvey is an expert on keeping a kitchen a bacteria-free zone. Find out if you've been committing some m...
5 dog breeds that are great for families
Are the kids asking you for a pet? If you're planning to introduce a new member to the family, these breeds are a great fit for families
10 hashtags all parents need to know
Social media can be a great parenting tool - use it to your advantage
7 ways to be a tech-savvy parent
Do you know your Snapchat from your hashtag? When your kids talk about the latest on Tumblr do you run for the gym mats? It’s unavoidable that an increas...
5 healthy habits all parents should teach their kids
As parents we have many responsibilities regarding caring for our kids. An important one is teaching them ways to optimise and maintain good health. While ...
Will your child's name affect their future success?
Think naming a baby is just a bit of fun? Psychologists – and some countries – think it’s a very important parenting decision
Help your kids cope with homework
Whatever your feelings on this contentious issue, homework is often part of the school curriculum, so how can you help your kids?
First aid for ouchies
Scrapes, grazes, bites and stings are part and parcel of childhood. Here’s how parents can prepare
How to pack a healthy and tasty school lunch
It’s the bane of many parents’ existence and, if done badly, can create bad playground memories. Here’s how to make healthy and tasty school lunches
The facts about foetal alcohol spectrum disorder
The advice from experts is clear: there’s no “safe” level of alcohol consumption in pregnancy. But that message becomes impacted by a lot of human factors
Why it pays to exercise as a family
The family that exercises together stays healthy together because it helps kids set up good habits that last them a lifetime
5 most important ways mums can feel more sexy
...and no, it doesn't involve sexpot selfies in a tiny tight swimsuit posted on Facebook!
How to stop trying to be Superwoman
Let go of trying to be perfect and having it all and watch life change for the better...
New mum checklist: hospital essentials
A hospital bag checklist to ensure you and your partner are ready when the baby is.
New mum checklist: before the baby arrives
From bibs to bunny rugs, we've compiled a helpful checklist of what to have in the home for when the baby arrives.
The pregnancy checklist
What do you need to do to get through the next 9 months? Here's a handy checklist for reference
Trying to pick a baby name? Check out Australia's top baby name trends
Did your child’s name make the popular list or was it unique enough to buck the trend?
3 ways to gain control of your kids' behaviour
If the balance of power sits with your precious progeny, here are some expert words of advice to help put you back at the helm
10 of the best parenting apps
body+soul's top 10 parenting apps all mums and dads should have in their pocket.
Is it dangerous to have pre-eclampsia while pregnant?
Dr Cindy Pan explains this condition during pregnancy and how to manage it
4 ways to put an end to mother guilt
Juggling being a mum and a job with a side of mother guilt? Here's why you shouldn't feel bad
How to stop temper tantrums
If you've ever had to deal with a child throwing a tantrum you're not alone. However how can you actually control them? Karen Phillip, author of "Who ...
How to make your kids' clothes last
Tips and tricks to make your kids' clothes last through every stage
Help your child deal with exam stress
By shifting the focus off the marks, students can reduce the stress of exams and academic performance, says a US medical expert
How to take expert photos of your kids
Forget overly styled photo shoots! The best photos you'll get of your kids are often when they're not even paying attention...
How to dress when you're pregnant
We're here to help you through all your pregnancy fashion dilemmas.
Are you raising financially savvy kids?
It seems how well children manage money as adults is instilled in them by Mum and Dad when they're young
What you need to know about kids and CT scans
Should parents be worried about the impact medical imaging can have on their child’s future health?
Could you be oversharenting?
Do you plaster Instagram and Facebook with your little one’s every move and mood? You’d better read on…
5 tips for travelling with kids
Before you hit the road with your little ones, read these tips for traveling with young children
All about adolescent acne
Don’t trivialise your adolescent’s problem skin. Seek advice and try to treat it early as it can have a major psychological impact
The plus side of raising daughters
Young girls can get bad press but maybe it’s time to stop raining on their growing-up parade
Era of the working mum
They boost economies while raising our next generation. But are working mums getting the support they need and deserve?
I put my child on a diet and was vilified
US mum Dara-Lynn Weiss faced harsh criticism last year when she wrote an article for US Vogue about putting her then-seven-year-old daughter on a diet afte...
Will your child walk to school?
Government and health organisations are urging parents to ditch the car and make the school run on foot
Help your kids do well at school
As kids around the nation squeeze their feet into stiff new shoes, here are some tips on how parents can help their littlies enjoy school
Easy ways to get the kids involved in Christmas prep
6 ways to get the kids involved at Christmas time
Why it pays to create family Christmas traditions
The reason kids love the festive season - and it's not just the presents
Nurturing a love of reading
If kids can learn to love books when they are young, it can set them up for life
Severe morning sickness
One cause of hyperemesis gravidarum – the debilitating morning sickness that hospitalised Kate Middleton - is carrying twins, triplets or possibly more.
In praise of the humble board game
Old-fashioned board games and cards do more than entertain the kids – they teach them valuable life skills
How you can face your birth fears
Facing the experience of childbirth with a positive outlook can not only alleviate your worries and fears. It can also speed up delivery of your baby
Foods to kick-start your libido
If you want to boost your sex drive and fertility, look no further than these 10 all-natural aphrodisiacs
A story in body+soul changed my life forever
Melissa Smith, 40, and husband Dave spent almost a decade and more than $60,000 in their quest for fertility – until a body+soul story on egg donation ch...
Back to work after baby
Heading back to work after maternity leave? Here are six tips for making a smooth transition.
Swearing kids: are parents to blame?
Songs, the internet and television are full of it, but it seems it's mum and dad who make the rules on swearing.
Get kids to explore the outdoors
Mad about technology and lacking outdoor play? Here are some tips to get your kids outside and appreciating nature.
Gender selection: should we get a say?
The ban on gender-selection IVF is under review. We speak to those for and against the issue.
How to let kids be kids
Allowing children to take risks increases their resilience and helps them make judgments.
30, single and fertility
Falling fertility can make women worry they'll miss out – but don't panic yet.
Inside the mind of the middle child
Is a "middleton" doomed to face life-long personality issues, or is their birth order actually a springboard to success?
Should kids watch the news?
Find the middle ground between being informed and being scared by sensationalism.
Where is your child learning about sex?
Parents need to have "the talk" early on with their kids to avoid self-educating on the net.
ADHD: why parents are hiding it
It is a condition that is often treated with suspicion due to a lack of understanding, but help is available for kids and their families
