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Planning nutritious, well-balanced foods to eat while pregnant is one of the best ways to support maternal and foetal health.

Often there is a lot of advice on what NOT to eat during pregnancy - because reducing the risk of bacterial infection which can make your baby ill, is super important.

Now you’ve confirmed that you’re pregnant, what can you expect next? Many pregnancy body changes are taking place, preparing you to carry your growing baby and give birth.

By Marika Day, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with over a decade of experience in the areas of women’s health, gastrointestinal nutrition and disordered eating.

From now until your little gem makes their grand entrance, your baby will continue to grow.  They are already 34cm long from head to bottom and weighs about 2.5 kilograms!

Things are slowing down a little in your belly now. That’s because everything is getting close to being developed! Your baby is around 30 cm from head to bottom and weighs over 2 kilos.

In this article, we will explore a variety of gift ideas for new parents that cater to different budgets.

Breastfeeding is a rewarding but demanding journey, and good nutrition is crucial for both you and your baby.

No one is an instant expert at nappy changing - don’t worry there is plenty of opportunity to practice. Your baby may lie still, wiggle, kick and scream or do all three.

As your baby grows and becomes a toddler at around 12 months of age, they are much more active. They may find it difficult to switch off and unwind.

You know they’re tired, but no matter how hard you try, they won’t go to sleep. Here are a few tips and tricks to help your toddlers sleep problems.

It’s no surprise that your energy and nutrition needs go up when you’re breastfeeding. Choose healthy foods and beverages to get the extra kilojoules and nutrients you both need.

Planning to breastfeed but not sure how to start preparing?  Here is a list of our breastfeeding tips for first-time parents to help you prepare.   

Breastfeeding requires approximately 2000-2100 kilojoules extra each day compared with if you were not breastfeeding. This is a lot of extra food (and fluid) to fit in!

Amid your joy about your pregnancy, you may experience morning sickness – nausea with or without vomiting, that can occur any time of the day or night.

As your toddler matures, their social skills grow. They begin to recognise, exhibit and feel emotions.

Need more quality family time ideas with your toddler? Here are 9 ways to spend more quality time with your child and turn simple chores into bonding opportunities. 

Now that they’re walking and talking, your toddler is asserting their independence more and more every day, as well as developing strong willpower.

If you’re thinking about having a baby, it’s a good time to look at your diet. Discover below which fertility foods are essential for a healthy pregnancy.

Sharing time with the kids. Sharing all housework. The mental load divided. Shared parenting may sound like the dream but is it really achievable?