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.

Helping families keep up-to-date

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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.

ISOFIX child seats finally approved for Aussie families

At last, a new Standards Australia revision now allows for ISOFIX child restraints.

Warning on NSW mumps outbreak

NSW Health has warned of a current outbreak of mumps across the state, urging members of the public to check their vaccination status.

Shower tragedy shows need for postnatal help

The tragic case of two young boys who died while their mother was only metres away has highlighted the need for ongoing awareness of postnatal depression.

Family cycling: options for carrying kids on bikes

Whether your child is on a special seat on your bike, is sitting in an attached trailer, or is 'helping to pedal' on a half bike, there are lots of options to keep everyone comfortable and safe while cycling as a family.

Why the Mirena IUD wasn’t right for me

For many, the Mirena IUD is a brilliant contraceptive option. For me, however, it was a dreadful mistake – and I've since learnt I'm not alone.

The babies who sleep in boxes

In 1938, the Finnish government began giving parents-to-be packages to help them care for their babies, supplying them with clothes, nappies, and a box that could be used as the child’s bed. Today, the tradition is still going strong.

The ultrasound you can touch

In parents’ ever-increasing search for the perfect memento of their pregnancy comes an ultrasound you can touch.

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.

The Kate Winslet double standard

Gossip sites went into meltdown over news of Kate Winslet's pregnancy to her third husband. Amy Gray looks at why people judged her so harshly while so many others go unscathed.

Discount IVF can come at a cost

It has a lower success rate than the usual IVF process, but a new stripped-down version of the fertility treatment can cost less than half as much as the full service.

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?

Lisa Curry trying for a baby at 51

Lisa Curry may be 51 years old, but she’s not letting that get in the way of trying for a baby.

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