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Creative pregnancy announcements
Announcing that you're expecting can be a time to express your creativity, sense of humour and imagination. Check out how other parents and parents-to-be have broken the news to friends and family.
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Funny ultrasound pictures
It's called pareidolia - when the brain makes an image or pattern appear where there isn't really one.
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Want a peaceful newborn? Sing lullabies to your baby belly, scientists say
If you're in nesting mode getting ready to welcome a new baby, along with finding the right pram and stocking up on newborn nappies, scientists have discovered one more thing to add to your to-do list.
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Millions of people watch woman pretending to be a pregnant giraffe
A video of a pregnant woman doing her best impression of internet sensation April the giraffe has gone viral, clocking up 18 million views in less than 24 hours.
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This couple's guide on how to have sex during pregnancy is all too real
If you've ever tried to enjoy some sexy time with your significant other while pregnant, you'll know that pregnancy sex comes with its own unique set of challenges.
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Eat this salad if you want to bring on labour
We all know the classic old wives' tales for inducing labour when you're overdue and completely over it.
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Dad-to-be straps on six kilo ball to honour pregnant wife
He's the CrossFit dad who went all out to see what his pregnant wife goes through every day.
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Does foetal activity tell you anything about your baby’s personality?
Before she was even born, I thought an active child was on her way – and I was right.
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Five reasons why I can't wait to be pregnant again
This time, I know it will be my last bump and I plan to enjoy every moment.
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Pregnant and smoking pot
She never drank alcohol or had a cigarette. But nearly every day, Stacey smoked marijuana.
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Pregnant women can't enjoy a doughnut any more without being shamed
If you feared the world might have been running out of ways to shame pregnant women, worry not - as George Bluth Sr would say, there's always money in the banana stand.
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Twins with life-threatening condition cuddled and held hands in the womb
A set of identical twins helped keep each other alive by holding hands and clinging to each other in the womb.
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Baby flashes perfect peace sign in ultrasound pic
"As a parent, you pray for a healthy baby. With Karis Olivia, we may also be getting quite the personality."
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