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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 a ball of cat fur was discovered in my vagina'
Many women dread visiting the gynaecologist as they find it an uncomfortable and embarrassing experience. But not many women get the kind of shock that one US blogger did during her annual check-up.
Do women's periods really sync when they spend time together?
It is a popular belief that women who live together synchronise their menstrual cycles, and that it’s mediated by their pheromones – the airborne molecules that enable members of the same species to communicate non-verbally.
Young mum dies while looking for cervical cancer cure overseas
After nine weeks, and more than $600,000 in bills, the mum from the Gold Coast passed away.
Mum takes a photo a day to capture epic weight loss
A mum of two has shared an inspiring time-lapse video that shows her dramatic 57kg weight loss.
Reality of motherhood hits career women hardest
Professional career woman are shocked by how different the reality of motherhood is compared to their expectations.
Tired? Here's why you want that cake
In one study, sleep deprivation pretty much gave volunteers the 'munchies'.
Celeste Barber: the hilarious Aussie mum you must follow
If you have ever looked at a photo of a celebrity mum and felt a pang of despair then Celeste Barber is your new best friend.
I was a victim of narcissistic abuse - now I'm speaking out
I met a guy who immediately swept me off my feet. Fast forward five years and I'm sitting alone in a house, crying and pregnant.
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Enduring postnatal anxiety
My hopeless, paralysing love for my children wasn't useful; it wasn't practical. I wasn't in charge.
Your handy guide to a mum's tired signs
From the minute that tiny babe is out of you, you'll start hearing about "tired signs".
Keeping it real: New mother shares photo of herself in a "giant mum diaper"
After giving birth, most mothers post a photo to social media.
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