Size does matter for baby names

NICKY PHILLIPS Your name may have been chosen by your parents, but a new study says there's a chance evolution had a say too.

Does anyone wear 'maternity' clothes anymore?

KATHLEEN LEE-JOE More and more women are adapting their existing wardrobes or buying pieces they’ll continue to wear long after the baby is born.

Designer defends Kardashian dress

Staff writers Despite being slammed by fashion critics, Givenchy designer Riccardo Tisci says Kim Kardashian was the most beautiful pregnant woman he has dressed in his career.

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The baby names NZ rejects

New Zealand officials have released a list of baby names put forward by parents that were rejected because they were too bizarre or offensive, including Lucifer and Mafia No Fear.

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Is a second baby shower a no-no?

Kiran Chug A baby shower is like an event held to mark your entry into a special club - it's like the welcome party to motherhood, says Kiran Chug. So would it be too self-indulgent to do it all again for baby number two?

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Review: Welcome to Your New Life

Reviewed by Melinda Harvey Anna Goldsworthy's new book, Welcome To Your New Life takes a different look at pregnancy and the early days of motherhood.

Boy or girl?

The problem with gender reveal parties

KASEY EDWARDS Inside the bizarre new trend of letting your baker reveal your baby's sex.

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Puke, pregnancy stereotypes, parenting fears and more: Monica Dux's 'Things I Didn't Expect'

AMY GRAY Things I Didn’t Expect (when I was expecting) is a funny, truthful book based on Monica Dux’s research and personal experiences of pregnancy and the first months of baby-rearing.

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Traditional names top WA list in 2012

RANIA SPOONER Noah and Charlotte have climbed their way to the top of Western Australia's most popular baby names of 2012.

My 'bump' is not up for discussion

Miki Perkins When was the last time you saw a heavily pregnant woman lose her cool while out shopping and start hurling groceries and expletives? Watch this space ...

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William and Ruby reign in 2012

William has done it again, topping the list of most popular boy names in NSW in 2012, while Ruby has sprung to the top of the girl’s list.

Queensland's top baby names of 2012

Jack and Ruby have seen a resurgence to once again top the list of Queensland's most popular baby names.

Is this really what pregnancy looks like?

SAFFRON HOWDEN Saffron Howden investigates the confusing case of non-pregnant, size-6 women modelling maternity T-shirts, pants and breastfeeding dresses.

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Naming rights

Victoria Birch It seems the idea of children taking their dad’s surname is a non-issue for many Australian families. But why don't we think about it more? And what are the alternatives?

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Parenting test: 14 steps to follow before you have children

Written by an unknown blogger, this 'test' has gone viral as mums and dads around the globe have identified with its parenting truths.

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How (and how not) to tell people you're pregnant

Andie Fox An insider's guide to the dos and don'ts of breaking the big news of a pregnancy.

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Bookies offer odds on Adele's baby's name

EB staff writers British singer Adele is nearing her due date – and creating a stir at betting agencies over her baby's name as the big day draws near.

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Ideas for announcing your pregnancy

Melanie Mahoney They’re some of the biggest words you’ll ever utter: “I’m pregnant.” Here are some ideas for breaking the news to loved ones in fun and different ways.

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Top baby names for England and Wales in 2011

The most popular baby names in England and Wales have been released for 2011, with Harry and Amelia taking the top spots from 2010's stars, Oliver and Olivia.

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Baby names 2012: Our forecast

Melanie Mahoney The year may not be over yet, but we've already seen a few marked trends when it comes to baby-naming. Here's what Australian parents are calling their children in 2012.

Baby shower cake wrecks

Baby showers are the epitome of elegance, offering only tasteful delights for the mummy-to-be and her band of graceful guests, right? Well, not all the time ...

Buying a maternity bra

It's important to buy a maternity bra that fits well, but you should like the bra too - you've got to feel good wearing it! Here are some dos and don'ts for you to consider when maternity bra shopping.

The most unusual baby names of 2011

Kdynce. Peniel. Tron. Brees. No, it’s not a Scrabble game gone horribly wrong - these are a few of the unusual names on the 2011 names register in the United States. So what else is on this list of ever-so-rare names?

Ripe Maternity

Welcome to Ripe Maternity where you can buy stylish, comfortable and quality maternity wear online.

The top baby names in Australia right now

William is continuing its reign as Australia’s most popular boys’ name, with Lilly – or Lily – taking the girls’ top spot, according to the latest research.

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The myths of motherhood

Benison O'Reilly Striving for perfection does kids more harm than good, writes Benison O'Reilly.

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Best-ever maternity bra?

The new luxury seamless bra by Cake Lingerie takes the err.... cake!

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Babyology looks at Rosie Pope Maternity

Babyology Babyology looks at Rosie Pope Maternity from New York - for the ever so stylish pregnancy!

Perfect Baby Shower products & gifts

Perfect Baby Shower is here to take the hard work out of hosting a baby shower with themed partyware, ideas and gifts.

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Don’t want a baby shower? Here's five other ways to celebrate

Celebrating your baby doesn’t have to mean a huge gathering, catering for a cast of thousands or playing guess the baby poo game. Here are five ways to celebrate your baby without throwing a ‘shower’ and still feel special and spoilt.

Mums share baby shower tips

We recently asked our EB readers on Facebook for their tips, hints and tricks on throwing the essential baby shower and here is what they had to say.

Sooner than expected

Dr Deborah Bateson Imagine turning up to your six-week postnatal check, only to discover you’re pregnant again. While uncommon, it can and does happen. Here’s what you need to know about postnatal contraception.

And baby makes … trouble

Adele Horin Most couples assume having children will make them happier. But time and again researchers find parents are no happier than childless couples. More often children seem to bring unhappiness.

Bringing your baby home ... to a dog

Justine Davies Bringing-home-baby angst can be magnified when you have to think about your dog's reaction as well.

Nine things we can learn from Awkward Pregnancy Photos

Staff writers Having a baby is one of life’s most important milestones. Pregnancy is a beautiful thing. For those reasons, many expectant couples choose a photoshoot in the last trimester of pregnancy to capture this special time. But if Awkward Family Photos has taught us anything, it’s that good intentions can often go horribly, hilariously wrong.

Babies"R"Us baby products

We take a look at Babies"R"Us baby products from baby swaddles to baby monitors.

10 ways to wear a maxi dress

The maxi dress is a firm friend to a pregnant woman. Flattering to most body shapes, this style of dress shows off a belly, while hiding the bumps you don't want to show.

Mums-to-be warned high heels and big bellies don't mix

Katherine Feeney Singer and designer Victoria Beckham may be a notorious clotheshorse, but the heavily pregnant star's latest red-carpet fashion choice has raised eyebrows for the wrong reasons.

A guide to baby shower invitations

Thinking of holding a baby shower? Here are a few things to consider when putting together the invitations.

Baby shower High Tea

Anni Taylor Tea parties are back in style, even for that bastion of giggly girly games – the baby shower.

Mariah's decorated bump

Mariah Carey painted a butterfly on her sizable pregnant bump yesterday, sharing her artistic skills with the world via Twitter.

How to be fashionably pregnant

Natasha Silva-Jelly Having a baby on board is no excuse to throw the fashion rule book out the window. That means steering clear of unflattering maternity clothes and staying true to your signature style and the labels you love.

Hinze and Kidd to be model mums

Models Kristy Hinze and Jodie Kidd have announced they are expecting babies.

Girl for Victoria Beckham

Looks like there's another fashionista in the making with news that the Spice Girl formally known as Posh is expecting a baby girl.

Frugal fashion

Cheap pregnant chic

Look stylish while pregnant without spending a cent on maternity wear.

Mum-to-be Christmas Gift Guide

Make an expecting mother feel like a million dollars with these gift ideas.

Bumps on parade

Since Demi Moore posed nude and pregnant for Vanity Fair almost 20 years ago, it has become de riguer for expectant celebrities to show off their bumps - and more - on the cover of a magazine.

Glam spring dresses

Amber Robinson Be ready for the racing season in these glamourous yet comfortable maternity dresses.

Ever After by HOTmilk lingerie

Be seduced by the latest maternity lingerie and sleepwear styles from the fairy-tale inspired Ever After collection by the label HOTmilk.

EB's guide to being pregnant in the summer

Justine Davies For your own health and comfort, staying cool and hydrated is a must, so here are some expert tips to keep you comfortable and refreshed this year.