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From 0 to woah: Couple welcomes triplets then twins in one year

A couple has had their dream of starting a family come true in a way they never would have imagined.
Mother knows best ... or does she?

There’s an age old saying that claims ‘mother knows best’, but is it the case when it comes to our own parenting skills? Do we turn to our own mums for advice, or does the wealth of information available to us in today’s society override this need?
From tragedy to triumph: one mum's story of strength

When Emma McLeod's daughter was stillborn, her world was shattered. But the grieving mum found the strength to stay positive, now she wants to share what she has learnt with others facing adversity.
Maria Kang is not your wake-up call

'Fitness Mom' Maria Kang has hit the news again, this time with an airbrushed image of herself showing off toned thighs and a flat stomach, along with slogans such as “limited sleep”, “no nanny” and “works 8hr+ days”.
To my girls on their first birthday

You don’t know is how the past year has affected me as a person. You don’t know how I’ve changed, and how my perspectives have been completely displaced and realigned. This is comforting to me – I want you to know me for who I am now.

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From 0 to woah: Couple welcomes triplets then twins in one year

Melanie Mahoney A couple has had their dream of starting a family come true in a way they never would have imagined.

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Breakthrough a big boost for IVF success

Matt Stewart A new technique could boost the chances of predicting a successful IVF pregnancy by as much as 90 per cent.

The argument against relaxing international adoption laws

Law changed to make international adoption easier

IVF babies grow up just the same

8 reasons why having kids is awesome

Mum paralysed after giving birth

Lisa Wachsmuth Jessie Bruton was looking forward to moving into her first home, embarking on a career as a fitness instructor, and the birth of her third child. Then paralysis set in.

Top pregnancy and baby myths busted

Mel Hearse Ever wondered if Mozart will really make your baby smarter, if baby brain is real or if your pregnancy diet affects your child’s tastes? A new book reveals all on popular pregnancy and birth myths.

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Keeping your unborn baby's name a secret

Less common ways to name your baby

When pregnancy seems like a nine-month guilt trip

Pain relief during pregnancy may increase risk of ADHD

Birth

Despite costs, cord blood rarely used

LUCY CARROLL It can cost thousands of dollars and parents are flocking to do it, but the storage of umbilical cord blood is proving to be a concern after very few families have ever used the full service.

Babies, not burgers: why we need better designed labour wards

Athena Hammond Women have reported that the birth environment is a key factor in how easy or hard it is to give birth. So why does McDonalds have mood lighting but a labour ward doesn't?

Dad surprises labouring partner with delivery room wedding

Woman gives birth in New York intersection

Entering the baby bubble

Labour the second time round - is it easier?

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Baby

Mother knows best ... or does she?

JO HARTLEY There’s an age old saying that claims ‘mother knows best’, but is it the case when it comes to our own parenting skills? Do we turn to our own mums for advice, or does the wealth of information available to us in today’s society override this need?

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Second case gives hope for cure for HIV babies

A second child with HIV who was treated immediately after being born has no signs of the virus more than nine months later, bolstering evidence the approach may offer a potential cure for infected infants.

White noise machines could harm babies' hearing: study

Video: Dad joins in cute tummy time workout

Tongue-tie and breastfeeding: one mum's story

Baby wipes likely cause for rise in skin problems

Top baby buys from Big W

Toddler

The adult-sized Little Tikes Cozy Coupe

Melanie Mahoney Forget about kid-sized Ferraris - the ultimate way to turn heads on the road is with this adult-sized version of the iconic Little Tikes Cozy Coupe.

Vaccination push to fight ongoing measles outbreak

Melanie Mahoney NSW Health has warned of a measles outbreak, urging members of the public to check that they and their children are fully immunised against the illness.

Why kids don't like vegies (and how you can change that)

Luggo: the kids' backpack and suitcase in one

Why autism is more common in boys than girls: new research

How to support your child's learning

Being Dad

Stay-at-home dad tries, fails to crowdfund a salary

Kasey Edwards Imagine launching a crowdfunding campaign to ask strangers to pay you an income for parenting. That was one dad's grand plan - but it didn't go quite as planned.

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To my girls on their first birthday

You don’t know is how the past year has affected me as a person. You don’t know how I’ve changed, and how my perspectives have been completely displaced and realigned. This is comforting to me – I want you to know me for who I am now.

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The rise of the vasectomy party

A great dad, but not a super hero

Couvade syndrome: when dads have pregnancy pains too

Dad and daughter's loving tribute in mum's memory

Lifestyle

From tragedy to triumph: one mum's story of strength

LETITIA ROWLANDS When Emma McLeod's daughter was stillborn, her world was shattered. But the grieving mum found the strength to stay positive, now she wants to share what she has learnt with others facing adversity.

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