Porn for pregnant women

Staff writers What do pregnant women want? According to Canadian Blogger Amy Morrison the answer is not much different to what regular women want Ryan Gosling. Bearing skittles.

Pregnancy as a competitive sport

Mia Freedman Now, not only do you have to be sexy when you're pregnant, you also have to be thin.

Research

Pregnancy diet affects baby's DNA

What you eat during pregnancy will shape your child's metabolism: study.

I’m pregnant, vegan, and all I want is a Junior Burger.

Elisabeth Lambert Elizabeth Lambert planned to stick with veganism throughout her pregnancy - but now she is craving a junior burger.

Vegan checklist for pregnant women

Elisabeth Lambert Elizabeth Lambert gives us the vegan checklist for pregnant women.

Cathy Freeman pregnant with first child

Leesha McKenny and Ellie Harvey Olympic gold medallist Cathy Freeman is pregnant with her first child - but the happy event has taken a toll on her health.

Christina Applegate: pregnant and... pole dancing?

Pregnant actress Christina Applegate has featured in a hilarious mock advertisement for 'prenatal pole dancing'. Watch the video.

Pregnancy's a weighty issue

Sarah Smiles Sitting in the waiting room of my obstetrician this week, I found myself disgracefully comparing my weight gain to the other pregnant women around me.

Secret society

Mia Freedman There are some questions almost too big to answer. Or too loaded. "How many times have you been pregnant?" is one of them.

Healthy pregnancy weight best for baby

Julia Medew Women planning to give birth have a further reason to keep fit after research found that the bigger the mother, the bigger their baby.

A bit of booze breeds better babies, claims new study

Katherine Fenech New evidence has emerged that pregnant women who indulge in one glass of wine every day in their first trimester may have better behaved children than those who abstain from alcohol or drink heavily.

Pregnancy Do's and Don'ts

Juliana Fridman The Do’s and Don’ts (for pregnant woman as well as for friends around pregnant ones)

Specialised pregnancy support groups

If you are experiencing pregnancy-related problems such as gestational diabetes, Crohn’s, pre-eclampsia or if you are worried about high-risk nuchal translucency results, rest assured you can find support on Essential Baby.

Mums object to the myth of baby brain

Simon Webster Women have reacted with outrage at Australian researchers who say "baby brain" - the addling of the mind by pregnancy and breastfeeding - is a myth. The study, conducted by researchers at the Australian National University, found that pregnant women performed just as well in cognitive testing as they did before falling pregnant.

First-time older mothers 'anxious'

Julia Medew Women who give birth for the first time in their late 30s and early 40s cope just as well with the physical demands of pregnancy as younger women, but are more anxious about the wellbeing of their babies, research has found.

The psychosocial impact of high risk pregnancies

Stephanie Azri There is an approximately 20% chance of being diagnosed a ‘high-risk’ mother to-be in any given pregnancy. The psychological and social impact of such a diagnosis can be tremendous.

Maternal instincts can vary with age

Julia Medew First-time older mothers in their late 30s and early 40s cope just as well with the physical demands of pregnancy as younger women but are more anxious about the wellbeing of their babies.

The real job of pregnancy

Jodie Benveniste If you think pregnancy is all about growing a baby. Then think again. Pregnancy is actually about growing you into a parent. Pregnancy is nine months of preparation for your most significant role yet.

Depression test for new mums

Rachel Browne Expectant mothers could soon be routinely tested for their risk of suffering postnatal depression (PND).

Thanks for the memory loss, baby

Danielle Teutsch Could you repeat that please? Heavily pregnant women may not be imagining it when they say they have "placenta brain" and easily forget what people tell them.

News archive

Half Aussie women drink while pregnant

Danny Rose/AAP Almost half of all Australian mothers-to-be drink alcohol throughout their pregnancy, and some even admit to binging in the final months before giving birth.

A pregnant pause before things get really hectic

Calliste Weitenberg Taking time off from work during pregnancy leaves room to prepare the little things, Sheridan Szypica says. But even these can prove a handful.

Yummy mummies not so palatable

The yummy mummy phenomenon inspires passionate responses, from lust and admiration to approbation and contempt. But does it help or hinder women?

Cultural celebration of pregnancy

Roberta Styles-Wood Every culture marks significant events in one's life, with many cultures celebrating pregnancy. Mark the occasion and celebrate your pregnancy with traditions and rituals observed around the world.

Fit and fabulous during pregnancy

Exercise during the early days can alleviate morning sickness and for everyone it can help where it counts: during the birth and in recovery.

Feeding the bump: eating during pregnancy

Anni Taylor Diet is one of the most important factors during pregnancy, but more importantly, it is the only factor you can have complete control over. Get some tips on feeding your bump!

Tips for a healthy pelvic floor

Five tips to help you improve and maintain bladder control.

Stretch marks

Annie Taylor Stretch marks are a sign that the skin is stretching to accommodate and nurture the life growing inside.

Pregnancy and work

While it is more common for women to take maternity leave, increasingly men are taking paternity leave allowing their wives to return to the workforce.

Your diet during pregnancy

During your pregnancy, you need to ensure that everything you eat is good for the health and well-being of both you and your baby.