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It wasn’t until we needed to find some stones to irrigate the tulips we were planting that it really hit me how much different my children’s city upbringing would be to my own country childhood. They say hindsight is a wonderful thing and in my opinion, never more so than when you become a parent. Growing... Read More
Question: My 19mth old daughter screams in the car and when seated in her pram. This has been going on for around 3 months now and we were hoping as she got a bit older it would stop. Instead it is worse. We don’t know how to stop it. We give her a... Read More
In the wake of new research linking Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) to abnormalities in the brains of babies, the International Association of Infant Massage, Australia (IAIM) has released an urgent call for further exploration into the role that touch plays in the development of babies’ brains. Breakthrough research, conducted at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard... Read More
I do have to wonder how long it will take before Leo stops asking if Santa will come back tomorrow. Leo has just passed the three-and-a-half mark and this Christmas just gone was the first one where he really ‘got it’. One thing you need to know about Leo is that he has... Read More
I recently had a beautiful baby girl and wanted to share my story with your readers to perhaps help another mother not suffer the loss of losing a child. I’m a very healthy, average 24 year old female. I’ve had two previous, healthy little boys who are both thriving. When I became pregnant a third... Read More
So you’ve peed on a little stick to reveal those delightful two blue lines and it’s confirmed. You are definitely, well and truly up the duff. Look out sister, you are in for the ride of your life. From this point on get used to being poked and prodded by midwives and doctors and get... Read More
How do you really do pelvic floor muscle exercises properly? Pelvic floor muscles are specifically targeted to the core issues surrounding weak pelvic floor muscles. To determine how strong or weak your pelvic floor muscles are, you may need to be assessed by a continence physiotherapist. This assessment process involves finding out how well the muscles... Read More
By: Tash Hughes of Word Constructions Post Natal Depression, or PND as it is commonly known, is not well understood by those who have not experienced it. It is a genuine illness that mothers can’t just ’snap out of’. Statistics vary, but it is commonly thought that about 14% of Mothers experience PND. This figure applies to... Read More
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton, Melbourne 5 - 7 March 2010 The Baby Show, a major new event, will be coming to Melbourne for the first time in March. Bringing together unbeatable shopping, exciting entertainment and expert advice for pregnancy, baby and toddler, The Baby Show is the must attend event for all new and expecting parents.... Read More
As a clinical aromatherapist, I often hear from my clients that as much as they love using essential oils, they are unsure which ones are safe to use for their babies & children and in what doses. I have also found that most children benefit from aromatherapy as they will be quite willing to tell... Read More
Professional Chef, TV presenter and Dad Geoff Jansz has shared some of his great recipes with Mum Zone readers.
Toasted Turkish Breads
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
4 turkish rolls
1/2 cup Rosella Tomato... Read More
HEALTH GURU GEOFF JOWETT RECOMMENDS SOME SIZZLING SUMMER SALADS TO KEEP YOUR BODY TRIM
While healthy eating can sometimes be a challenge, the warm summer months make it a lot easier to turn down... Read More
By: Laine Yates
When we all go off on holidays, we worry about what to pack and how to get there, but sometimes we leave an important aspect of travelling to the last minute. That... Read More
By: Laine Yates
Especially with small ones, making a packing list with categories is an absolute must! I make a list for each of my boys about 2 weeks before hand and keep it... Read More
3 March, 2010 release of Handy Manny: Tooling Around to DVD
Get creative with Handy Manny and friends, and give your favourite chair a Do-It-Yourself makeover! You’ll need the help of an adult –... Read More
Mum is the choice; not a stereotype
Regardless of whether a mother decides to stay at home or work, the real choice is about becoming a mum and finding a lifestyle, products and services... Read More