Top 10 EB forum discussions in 2012

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The 10 threads that were the most popular in 2012, from The Wiggles to politics, pregnancy sex to naming babies, and everything in between.

Celebrity babies of 2012

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It was a bumper year for celebrity pregnancies, with many stars becoming parents for the first time while others added to their families. Here are 30 babies who made the news in 2012.

Our 10 most popular stories of 2012

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As 2012 draws to a close, we take a look at the stories that had the most people clicking on them this year - naked celebs, world's youngest grandma, and everything in between - counting down from 10 to one ...

Most unusual names of 2012

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US parenting site Baby Center asked parents of babies born in 2012 what they named their children. More than 500,000 people responded, and the site then compiled a list of the most out-there names. Each name on this list wasn't a one-off; to make the cut, at least two children must have been given that name in 2012.

The pregnant woman's guide to Christmas eating

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Livia Gamble Christmas turkey, seafood or ham; however you decide to dine this Christmas, if you’re pregnant there are a few things to keep in the back of your mind.

Kid-proofing the Christmas tree

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If this is your first Christmas with a toddler, you may be wondering how you'll keep your Christmas treasures out of curious little hands. Here are some ideas to keep your child safe - and your festive decorations in place.

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Gift ideas for newborns and first years

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Finding a great gift for a newborn or baby in their first year can be tricky. Here are some stylish and fun gift ideas to get you started.

'Tis the season to be stressed

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PINKY MCKAY At Christmas, it’s easy to feel pressure to make this time special, often at the expense of your own well-being. Pinky McKay shares advice on how to stay calm during the frantic festive season.

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Getting through Christmas pregnant

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Livia Gamble Follow our tips to be a merry mum-to-be this festive season.

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Chrissie's Christmas tips

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CHRISSIE SWAN Thirty-nine years of Yuletide experience must teach you something, Chrissie Swan says. Like not to put onion and orange in the same salad ...

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No more plastic: give experiences this Christmas

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KYLIE ORR This Christmas, toss away the idea of giving people stuff - give special experiences instead, suggests Kylie Orr.

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How to have a green Christmas

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EB member Dixiebelle This is a great time of year to make a difference by planning a green Christmas and holiday season!

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Entire family together for Christmas: disaster or delight?

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JOSEPH KELLY At last count that makes 41 for Christmas dinner. Too much?

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Top 10 Christmas movies for kids

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JOSEPH KELLY It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! And there's no better way to get into the spirit than watching your favourite Christmas movie.

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Make a stylish Christmas wreath

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Francesca Newby A white wreath is a classically pretty way to dress up your door for the Christmas season.

Making a Christmas budget – and sticking to it!

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JUSTINE DAVIES Christmas is such a wonderful time of the year, but it can be very expensive. Here are some tips on how to budget - and how to stick to it!

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Make your own pompom garlands

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Francesca Newby Less garish than tinsel, yet pretty enough to pack a visual punch, these sweet pompom garlands are quick, simple and easy to make. Best of all, they’re the perfect festive project for crafty kids.

Forum chat

Baby in 2013?

Chat with other women due at the same time as you in the EB forum's 'due in groups'.

Bad Santas

Not so jolly?

A hilarious collection of scary, weird and sketchy Santas.

Download now: Essential Kids Activity Finder app

Got bored kids? Quickly find the best activities for kids wherever you are in Australia with the Essential Kids app.

Hospitals on the lookout for dangerous new virus

A virus that can cause paralysis in children has been circulating in NSW and has recently spread to Victoria. Learn more about it, including its symptoms.

Why 'surrender' is not a dirty word

Perhaps the biggest lesson motherhood has to teach us is a quality that's closely linked to trust – and that is that we also have to surrender.

Helping families keep up-to-date

We know you're busy. That's why we've made it easier to connect with us online.

'I have pelvic girdle pain'

On some days, the crippling pain means I am in agony just climbing the stairs, getting out of the car and even getting out of bed. I can no longer push my son around in his buggy, I can't take him to the park alone, and I can barely lift him out of his cot.

Myths and realities of domestic violence

The brutal treatment of Nigella Lawson by her wealthy husband has shattered a few myths we hold about intimate partner violence.

Officials hope to ban bottles in Venezuela

Venezuela's Congress will next week discuss legislation that would ban bottle feeding, in an effort to encourage breastfeeding and reduce the use of baby formula in the nation.

'My Imaginary Well-Dressed Toddler Daughter' is the best thing to ever happen to Pinterest

Quinoa is a particularly well-dressed child who enjoys haute couture, meditation and all things chevron. And she's the imaginary star of a very funny Pinterest board.

Video: Convos with my 2-year-old

It’s a simple premise: a dad re-enacts the conversations he has with his two year old daughter – but the daughter is played by a grown man. And the results are very, very funny.

Second time around: reusing baby items

A UK study shows that one-fifth of mothers have accepted hand-me-downs for their children. We look at what items are safe to pass on, and what should be thrown away.

Losing (then refinding) my 'me'

Somewhere along the journey, someone removed my ‘me’ identity and replaced it with ‘mum’. Here's what I've learnt about finding my 'me' again.

It's time to pay our foster carers properly

Why do the ordinary people who go to extraordinary lengths to help give children a better life often end up out of pocket?

Free: 'The First Year' ebook

Check out our new interactive ebook, part of the brand new SMH Shortbooks series, for free!

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