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Conception (31 Articles)
Conception can be a rollercoaster, so if you’re preparing for pregnancy or trying to conceive, BellyBelly is here to help with plenty of articles and information, so that the journey to conception is a little easier. You’ll find some great articles from pre-conception pointers to enhancing your chances at pregnancy success. We also address the emotional aspects that effect both men and women who are trying to conceive.
Two Week Wait Diaries (9 Articles)
Share the daily ups and downs of a two week wait – the two weeks from ovulation until the approximate time it is possible to achieve an accurate result from a pregnancy test.
Pregnancy (51 Articles)
Pregnancy can such an exciting time in a woman’s life, but sometimes a difficult journey to conception or perhaps your own life story can make pregnancy a very stressful time too. BellyBelly’s pregnancy articles are designed to reassure, as well as provide accurate information to help your pregnancy become a more enjoyable and informed experience.
Birth (48 Articles)
When it comes to childbirth, there is so much to learn and know for such a short space in time – labour! Just like a wedding day, it requires much preparation for one special day. So we’ve crammed it all the important stuff into one special section for the parents-to-be.
Birth Stories (6 Articles)
Birth Stories are an awesome source of joy and inspiration – for others they are an insight into what may lie ahead when pregnant. Share the amazing stories of birth, told by both mums and dads.
Baby Starsigns (13 Articles)
Baby starsigns for your unborn or newly born baby! Looking for an astrological insight into your baby’s personality? BellyBelly, together with Forecasters, are very excited to bring you astrological profiles designed just for baby.
Baby (43 Articles)
Even the most experienced mum will tell you that each baby is different – what works for one baby may not necessarily work for the other! BellyBelly has a collection of fantastic articles for baby, designed to give you a range of options to try with your own, unique bundle of joy. You’ll also find many useful and practical articles written by BellyBelly’s ‘Gentle’ Parenting Expert, Pinky McKay.
Post Natal (31 Articles)
Articles that are especially for new mums! Your body goes through such enormous changes during pregnancy and needs a little TLC following the birth of your baby. BellyBelly’s Post-Natal articles will help you understand how you can help your body during this time and will give you an idea of what you might expect from your body post-baby.
Toddler (10 Articles)
Can terrific and toddler really be found in the same sentence? Of course they can! BellyBelly has lots of information for parents going through this stage of development, which can often leave you wondering, “Where on earth did she hear that from?!” You’ll also find many useful and practical articles written by BellyBelly’s ‘Gentle’ Parenting Expert, Pinky McKay.
Child (9 Articles)
Just as every baby is different, so is every child! BellyBelly has a collection of helpful articles for your child, designed to give you a range of options to try with your own, unique child. You’ll also find many useful and practical articles written by BellyBelly’s ‘Gentle’ Parenting Expert, Pinky McKay.
Men (9 Articles)
Being the male partner from conception to parenthood has it’s ups and downs which are rarely explored or addressed. Men often have extra concerns where they are the main or only income earner, have little knowledge about what their partner is going through or if they have no-one they can relate to, going through what they are. BellyBelly is here to help! Most of the articles in this section are written by men, for men. Here’s the reason it’s cool to check out a woman-dominated website. Help us change that – we want more men!
Relationships (9 Articles)
From conception to parenthood, our relationships change from what we always knew them to be, with both our partners and our families. Sometimes these changes are for the good and sometimes we can encounter troubles with these changes. This section is dedicated to relationships, common changes we might experience and how to resolve or discuss them. Many of these fantastic and enjoyable-to-read articles are written by BellyBelly Expert Psychologist, Danny Chable.
Grandparents (2 Articles)
You thought being a parent was great? Wait until you are a grandparent. Not only can you share the joy of children being born from your own, you can also hand grandchildren back when they have a dirty nappy. Share the experience of being a grandparent and read other grandparents stories in this special section, for those who are more than happy to tell even strangers across the street when a newborn comes into the family once more.
Health & Lifestyle (3 Articles)
Health is one of the most important things we need to consider, not just for ourselves but our families. For some great articles on how you can achieve good health, this section is a must read!
Recipes & Cooking (7 Articles)
Recipes & Cooking. A section dedicated to one of the most popular topics on BellyBelly – Recipes and Cooking! Featuring our members favourite recipes and cooking tips, this section is the most delicious on BellyBelly. So if you like to cook or like to eat, this section is for you!
Miscellaneous (3 Articles)
This section is for miscellaneous articles on BellyBelly which don’t quite fit anywhere. We’ll find a home for it soon, but check it out here, for now.
Feature Articles
Caesarean Section or Vaginal Birth – What Difference Does It Make?
Why bother going through the process of giving birth vaginally when you can have a planned caesarean section? What does the tried and tested, ‘old-fashioned’ vaginal birth process have to offer by comparison?
Do It MY Way! When Daddy Does It Differently…
It isn’t only cleaners who can get a short shift when they don’t meet the exacting expectations of a control freak mummy. Fathers too can bear the brunt when they don’t do things just right. Get some tips on how to down ‘Super Mummy’ and let go of the control freak inside of you with a new baby!
Doulas – What Is a Doula And Why Do So Many Women Want One?
What is a Doula? What can a Doula do for my partner and I? Find out everything you need to know about Doulas, and find out why an increasing number of women are now choosing to give birth with a Doula.
In-Liven – Why Our Members Are In-Love With Mivitality In-Liven!
As a result of taking In-Liven, our members in our forums telling us about their noticeably increased energy levels, increased concentration, increased libido, less sugar cravings, weight loss, improved sleep, increased feelings of well-being and clarity, more patience. That’s what so many women (and men!) on BellyBelly are completely In-Love with In-Liven! Keep reading for more In-Liven testimonials in this article.
Meal Planning – 8 Top Tips For Meal Planning Magic For Your Family!
Meal planning can be a huge help to busy families in the fast-paced lifestyle we now live. Check out some of our members best meal planning tips and download a free copy of the BellyBelly family meal planner. Plan your meals and plan for less stress!
Old Wives’ Tales – Will I Have a Boy or Girl?
Old wives tales – we know they’re not true but we love them anyway! There are plenty of old wives tales about the gender of your baby – so if you want to try your luck and see what old wives think your baby will be, read on! Boy or girl – what will it be?!
Pregnancy Week by Week – First Trimester of Pregnancy (Week 1 – Week 13)
Pregnancy Week by Week – First Trimester of Pregnancy. Read about how your baby will develop week by week in the first trimester of pregnancy, which is up to 13 weeks of pregnancy.
Recommended Reading For Conception to Parenthood
Recommended reading list as scrutinised by BellyBelly – only the best for our members! Choosing great books to read from pre-conception to parenthood are more important than you might think. Not only may these books provide important information, but they can also influence crucial aspects of your and your baby’s life for years to come including the experience you have giving birth – something you will remember forever.
Setting Limits For Your Toddler
Toddlers learn the limits by testing them. So what is the best way to set limits – and what do you do when your toddler is testing them? Another fabulous article by Pinky McKay on how to set limits for your toddler – and how to make them work.
The Emotional Scars of Caesarean Birth
Birth by caesarean can have powerful psychological effects on women and their ability to adjust to motherhood. A woman’s experience of her caesarean birth and her perceptions of the event, are influenced by multiple complex factors. Find out what they are in this article based on Australian as well as overseas research.
The Pink Kit – Learn Birth Skills In Your Own Home With The Pink Kit
Knowing your options for birth is great, but what’s also really important is learning birth SKILLS that you can use to your advantage in labour. Learn what positions are best for YOU, based on your own shape of your pelvis. Now is the right time in your pregnancy to learn about your birthing body and how to make your unique shape work for you in labour – find out what pre-natal classes are NOT teaching you.
Thrush – Take Control of Thrush
Candida albicans is a microscopic fungus which is responsible for thrush. While this organism ordinarily lives in the intestinal tract, nearly one out of three women have candida albicans present in their vagina, and an overgrowth can cause the unpleasant condition, thrush. The good news is, there is something you can do to prevent and quickly treat thrush.
Toddler Tears and Tantrums – 9 Great Tips For Dealing With Toddler Tantrums
If you have ever watched a desperate mother trying to avoid flailing arms and legs as she wipes her child’s snot off her arms in the middle of a shopping centre and vowed that your own sweet baby will never carry on like that, think again. Tantrums are a normal part of toddler life. Pinky McKay gives us some great tips on how to survive those toddler tantrums.
Uterine Scar Rupture – What Is a Uterine Rupture?
If you have had a caesarean before you probably have already heard the words ‘uterine rupture’ from your carer or elsewhere. But it’s not only those who have had a previous caesarean who are at risk. Find out what a uterine rupture is, how to reduce your chances and to find out how safe VBAC really is.
Waters Breaking – What Happens When Your Waters Break
Waters breaking – what happens and when?! You might imagine it like the movies would have you believe – a heavily pregnant woman goes out shopping in a glamourous outfit and then at the most inappropriate moment, her water breaks all over the floor and she goes into spontaneous labour that very minute! Rest assured it’s not often like that at all. Here’s some helpful information about waters breaking and what happens next, as well as some real life stories.