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Is Julia Roberts pregnant again at 46?
Rumours are swirling that Julia Roberts is expecting her fourth child, as photos published on Monday appear to show the actress with a large baby bump.
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Mother kicked out of court for breastfeeding
A US courtroom has become the latest place a breastfeeding mother has been asked to leave, despite laws setting out a woman's the right to breastfeed in public.
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When you want a baby but your partner doesn't
My husband and I have enough to disagree on. Whose turn is it to do the dishes? Big Brother or Masterchef? However lately it’s the decision of whether or not to have another baby that is causing the most trouble.
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Baby boy for Kate Winslet
Third child for Kate, recently married to Ned Rockn'roll.
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Children are the top distraction for drivers
It will come as no surprise to many parents that recent research has revealed that having children in the car is more distracting than chatting on a mobile phone.
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Is Julia Roberts pregnant again at 46?
Rumours are swirling that Julia Roberts is expecting her fourth child, as photos published on Monday appear to show the actress with a large baby bump.
