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10 signs your baby has become a toddler

You've finally got this baby thing sorted, then there's change. Here are 10 clues that it's time to put down the baby book and pick up a toddler-taming manual.

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The ups and downs of having a small baby

Is your baby on the small side? Here's what you might be in for on your road ahead.

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What my daughter taught me about asking for help

They say practice makes perfect. With a few more years of practice under my belt, I am better at asking for help.

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A child's first haircut is a significant event for their parents.

Those special first haircut emotions

A child's first haircut can be a surprisingly emotional experience for parents.

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When 'Just Do It' just doesn't cut it

When even Michelle Bridges admits to struggling with her exercise regime, it's time to accept that having small children can be a legitimate reason for exercise not happening.

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5 workplace lessons for new parents

Take heart in these principles that will transfer seamlessly from the workplace into your new life as a parent.

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Many parents experience some sort of baby name regret.

Why I suffer from baby name regret

A recent survey found that 18 per cent of parents regret their choice of baby name. I’m one of them.

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Secrets that soften the need for a 'baby deposit'

It has been confirmed: having a baby is expensive. But take heart from secrets that make the reality less scary than figures show.

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The truth about big-headed babies

Research suggests that big headed babies become more intelligent than their smaller peers. One mum shares the positives and negatives of having a big headed baby.