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- FEATUREDBy JaneStaff
Wondering what sort of things you're going to need when the big day comes? Have a look at our handy checklist for suggestions, and to make sure you haven't forgotten anything!What to pack in your hospital bagHave you got a bag ready to go yet?0
0 - FEATUREDBy JaneStaffIt's here! We've crunched the data and can reveal the most popular baby names for 2024, as chosen by BabyCenter parents. Whether you're keen for inspiration, or just curious to see if your child's name is on the list, here's a link to the full list of top 100 names for boys and girls, plus some of t0067 votes
- FEATUREDBy JaneStaffWelcome to your Birth Club.Getting your BFP is exciting and life-changing. You are bound to have questions and BabyCenter has the answers.Our pregnancy articles such as easing morning sickness, meeting your midwife and how your baby is growing are written by experts for you and cover every aspect of30
- By Babyno3bIs anyone having this. All of a sudden at 27 weeks im experiencing this. I feel like this will affect my confidence😭 i feel big as it is now this has just topped it all. I hope i find a solution after baby is born to get rid of it. I read it goes away after baby, ill believe it when i see it.30
- By MarimJust thought I'd pop on and give a positive glucose test experience. I did my 2 hour fasting one this morning. And after reading so many horror stories I was so scared. I have major phobia of throwing up and pretty much everyone told me it makes you want to throw up and is awful. In my experience2
3 - By KatzeWkCurious to how long before due date everyone is hoping/planning on taking maternity leave. I was hoping to last until the last day of May (due late June) but as the weeks progress im a little less certain. Just curious when others are plannig to or if you have had a child before how long you had off100
- By Pep91
I had a horrific breastfeeding experience with my first. I suffered from D-MER, the whole experience was traumatising and it severely affected my bond with my son. I dreaded him waking up or crying for a feed and it undoubtedly contributed towards my postpartum depression / postpartum anxiety. I end20 - By Giraffe2019gBought a Belly Band last week and I’m absolutely loving it. The extra support is fantastic and my posture is much improved - lower back pain all but gone. It’ll be great for post-birth too, to help hold in that empty, saggy belly for the first little while. Just thought I’d post in case anyone is in30Advertisement | page continues below
- By BubbaK1bFellow GD mummas out there what are you doing to fix the sugar cravings? My first time having GD I just went on a diet and had no issues I just got on with it. This second time around I’m only 25 weeks and really struggling already with the diet (probably due to massive fatigue). I want cake and cho00
- By MrsLJ123mAnyone else had nausea return? This is my third pregnancy and it's never happened before. I'm wondering if it's my iron levels.30
- By Angep84aHello. Has anyone ever suffered pre natal depression? How'd you cope with it?30
- By KimmykI am 26 weeks pregnant and experiencing shortness of breath. When I'm resting, my heart rate is 98 beats per minute. Is anyone else experiencing the same thing?81
- By Ashlee
So I've started lactating at 27 weeks 😅 never experienced lactating during pregnancy with my first 😬20Advertisement | page continues below - By AshleeHey mummas! I went for my test this morning and failed miserably. Not because I have diabetes but because I couldn't stomach it. I didn't even make it to the first blood draw unfortunately. There is no way I'll be able to do this test because the fasting portion mixed with liquids makes me immedia140
- By Giraffe2019gIs anybody just feeling super uncomfortable already? Putting aside the ongoing nausea/vomiting (yeah, I’m one of those lucky ones), horrific reflux, fatigue, cramps, stuffed nose etc., I am just so stretched and bulbous already. I thought that since my last pregnancy was twins that this would be a b21
- By Giraffe2019gZero stars. This test sucks. One of the pathologists and I were having a good rant about how we can put men on mars, but we can’t make the glucose drink not taste disgusting. I took an ondansetron when I got up, and I still nearly threw up in the testing room. Finally eating but spilled my orange ju73
- By Jessie_EmjHas anyone ever had these? My midwife mentioned they might be a good pain relief option this time around (it’s still 18 weeks + away 🤪) I’ve had 3x posterior back labours and they were hard to cope with 🙁 Interested to hear experiences, if you’ve received sterile water injections during labour….70
- By ThatgirltAnyone ever had chest x ray in pregnancy. Please share your experience. Are there any side effects or health risk for bub because of radiation. I had to submit chest x ray to the Department of home affairs because of visa processing. If i dont do it now bub wont be a citizen untill he turn 5. I cons10
- By G30RG1AgHi all If anyone is looking for a TENS machine hire for labour I have a referral link that you can use: https://www.thebirthstore.com.au/?ref=nkm321fq Full disclosure: If you hire using the link I will receive a very small commission. I personally have paid for a hire for my upcoming labour01
- By Char4cThe Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and labour is fantastic if you haven’t already read!01
- By Jessie_EmjThe great birth rebellion podcast- amazing info on all things surrounding birth, labour, postpartum!23
- By MK6mI'm due in June 2025 and my hospital is Redcliffe Hospital. I saw many negative reviews about the hospital, online and it's worrying me. Is there anyone who can share her experience of giving birth at Redcliffe Hospital? Should I be worried?20
- By JbarkjThe baby was on the left while taking the photos but I see a foot in the right, down the bottom. Please tell me it's not twins, if someone can explain this that would be great! 😅 13 week scan.60
- By VBmum1vIs anyone else experiencing this? I have an anterior placenta and it’s baby #3 (surprise baby back to back with baby #2, only had a 3 month gap before pregnant again). I’m already getting alot of lower back pain and stomach really stretching. It’s happening a good 5-6 weeks sooner than previously. H10
- By MrsLJ123mHi all, This will be my third bub and I am really anxious about being away from my other kids while in hospital. I was like this with my last baby too and discharged myself before I was ready (c section) because I missed them so much. I don't really know what I'm asking but need to share my thoughts40
- By Marie2441mI’m currently 23 weeks and these last few days have been experiencing a very sore abdomen (above my belly button, just off to the left). It mainly hurts if I touch it (even touching it gently) and if I’m lifting my toddler and trying to carry him on my front. Is this likely just muscle / ligament pa70
- By BubbaK1bAm I reading this correctly… just need to confirm it is saying what I think it is. 1. So in Aus we can get 22 weeks of government parental leave. 2. “Rules if you’re working” - I can return to work after using all my own work related leave once bub is 9 months old and work 3 days a week getting paid10
- By TristaanpiercetHey! Looking for some recommendations on baby rockers/swings and baby bouncers. Also nappy bags that are big enough to two kids! Thanks ☺️20
- By AbbeyNicoleaThis is my 3rd bubba, but first winter baby. My other 2 girls were summer bubs. Does anyone know if the hospitals are heated in winter time? Trying to get my head wrapped around what I need for hospital but not sure whether to pack like it’ll be a cold hospital or warm haha Thanks!30
- By MrsLJ123mHi all, had my 20 week scan and have low lying placenta. I have another scan booked at 32 weeks to check it out. Anyone else had this in past pregnancies and it was all ok? My OB didn't seem worried but I am!30
- By LaSilHi Mummas, I am 22 weeks 5 days today. Last few days I couldn’t sleep on my left side and right side due to pain from my upper thighs to toe on both legs. Urge to change position due to this weird feeling in the veins and muscles of both legs. Not sure if it’s Rest legs syndrome or something else.20
- By Quig5qDoes anyone have any recommendations for a good pregnancy pillow, the type that supports your tummy and stops you sleeping on your back? I never sleep on my back normally, apparently only when pregnant 😂90
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