Dear Readers...
Pregnancy is a very special time in a woman’s life, for all the discomfort there is equal joy and anticipation and if we take extra special care of ourselves, Mother Nature will do the rest. We are acutely aware of our primal instincts and intuitively know how to nourish and care for our unborn child. We crave spinach, steak or a milk shake with our body translating our baby’s needs and telling us when to rest - we are no longer in the ‘drivers seat’. Personally I could not fight of the tiredness of early pregnancy and have never experienced anything like it, surrender was key for me. Go with the flow, listen to what your body is asking, Mother Nature is in charge and she will ensure your baby’s needs are met.
One of the best pieces of pregnancy advise I was given was don’t let people tell you their ‘horrific’ birthing stories. The pain that comes with childbirth is pain with purpose, a positive purpose, a bit like going to the gym as opposed to breaking a leg. Think positive and remember there is always pain relief if it’s too much to bear. A medicated mother will bond with her baby just as a mother who has a natural birth will bond with hers, no matter what a male midwife in England has to say...
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Jane King
Mother to Emily 8, Cristian 14
Founder of Parenting Australia |
Pregnancy blog
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Pregnancy: The Best and the Worst of Times
Pregnancy for me was a time of opposites. I loved being pregnant both times, but I also hated it... Click here to read more.
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| Johanna Baker-Dowdell is mum to two boys – Noah and Ethan – and combines looking after them with her work as a blogger, journalist, writer and public relations consultant. |
SRC Recovery Shorts
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The must have post pregnancy support garment
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SRC Recovery Shorts incorporate unique panels that provide gentle support and compression to caesarean wounds, upper and lower abdominal muscles and the perineum. The result is a garment specifically designed for you to wear after delivery to reduce pain, improve mobility and function and assist you to quickly regain your pre baby shape.
And for when you return to a more active lifestyle, SRC Sports Shorts have been specifically designed to improve pelvic stability and general mobility and are the ideal follow on garment to your SRC Recovery Shorts. |
For special offers and information on the soon to be released SRC Pregnancy Shorts, register on line at www.recoveryshorts.com.au |
Parenting Australia competition reminder
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Deadline Extention - Second chance to enter the Euky Bear competition! |
| Parenting Australia are giving 3 lucky subscribers the chance to win one of 3 Euky Bear Gift Packs! Perfect timing for those winter sniffles, parents everywhere recommend Euky Bear chest rub. Click here for more details. |
Two new competitions for you to enter!
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Belly Bumps to Baby Hugs have kindly donated a post pregnancy kit to give away to one lucky subscriber!
The kit contains breastfeeding cover, milkbands nursing bracelet, covered wipes container and leg warmers. Thats a total value of $59.
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| Win one of Fisher Price's new Precious Planet Open-Top Cradle 'n Swing (RRP $269.99) for your little one. With a turn of the seat, you can soothe baby with two different ways to swing. Six swing speeds soothe baby, 12 songs and nature sounds entertain baby along with the motorized overhead mobile. |
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Pregnancy safety tips
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- Always wash fruit and vegetables before eating or cooking.
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- Wear gloves while gardening as there may be harmful chemicals or animal faeces which are harmful to pregnant women.
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- It is not safe to give blood while trying to conceive or while pregnant.
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- Only take warm baths opposed to HOT bathes as little is known on the effects on the unborn baby.
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- Show caution when dying or perming hair when pregnant as there is little known on unborn babies and the chemicals used in these products.
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Bubba Moe Slings are designed for parents doing what they do best - living and loving with their little ones. Whether it is ‘on the go’‚ at home or when comfort is more the order of the day‚ be hands-free while sharing your days activities. Bubba Moe Baby Slings are suitable for premmies right through to 3 year olds and have 7 different positions to cater for rapidly growing bubs. The range of colours and patterns is enormous with over 75 to choose from‚ including plains‚ prints‚ stripes‚ funky boutique and classic vintage prints‚ there is something to suit everyone.
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This weeks discussion topic
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British midwife Dr Denis Walsh has sparked controversy over his claims mums are taking the easy way out of childbirth by having epidurals and pain-relieving drugs. He believes that women should endure the agony of labour, which is a rite of passage for building a special bond with the child.
The president of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists , Ted Weaver, said the comments were 'offensive'. "I think it's drawing a long bow to say that people don't bond well with their child," Dr Weaver said. |
Do you believe women need to endure excruciating pain during childbirth to bond with their child? Click here to have your say on this issue in our forums!
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Parenting Australia has recently upgraded the website, and because of this you may need to re register to chat in our forums! |
Choosing a maternity bra
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As your body changes as your baby grows purchasing a maternity bra becomes very important investment for both you and your baby. By about 4 months you should purchase a maternity bra if you haven’t chose or needed to earlier in your pregnancy. This will help you feel more comfortable. It is recommended that you do not use underwire bras while pregnant or breastfeeding as this can block milk ducts and cause mastitis. |
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Kosmea is a natural skin care company that believes in sourcing the highest quality natural and organic ingredients. The Skin Clinic range is nature’s first aid kit for the skin. These products provide relief, treatment and protection from an array of skin emergencies for both mother and child. The natural ingredients make it safe to use on infants and pregnant women.
The Skin Clinic range can be used for infant rashes, nappy rash, cradle cap, stretch marks, scars, wrinkles, itchy, flaky, very dry skin and improving skin’s elasticity.
Parenting Australia subscribers will receive 25% off all Kosmea products by simply purchasing from their website, www.kosmea.com.au. Enter the promotional code 'mother' at the checkout. Promotion ends July 31st. |
Claiming the baby bonus
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- you are eligible for Family Tax Benefit for the child (disregarding the FTB income test) within 26 weeks of the child's birth or adopted child aged under 16 being entrusted to your care, or
- if you are claiming for a child other than your own, you started caring for the child within 26 weeks of the child's birth and you are likely to continue caring for the child for at least 26 weeks, and
- you have care of the child for at least 35% of the time or more, and
- you meet the residence requirements, and
- you meet the Baby Bonus income test, and
- you make the claim within 52 week's of the child's birth or adopted child coming into your care.
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Registering the birth
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If you are the parent of a newborn child, you must register the child's birth as required by the Births, Deaths and Marriages registry in your State or Territory to be eligible for Baby Bonus.
This requirement does not apply if your child is stillborn, adopted or born outside Australia.
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More information |
Baby Bonus
Baby Bonus and Maternity Immunisation Allowance
Baby Bonus and Maternity Immunisation Allowance for adoptive parents
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Did you know that on average, each baby costs approximately $1950 in disposable nappies?
Issy Bear Nappies are modern waterproof cloth nappies that can be reused for each child and work just like a disposable. |
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Flying while pregnant
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- Book and isle seat or specially request one if you don’t have priority seating
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- Discuss your travel plans with your doctor before flying
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- Don’t sit the whole time, if safe move around the plane to prevent blood clots.
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- Position the seat belt under your tummy rest on the tops of our things.
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The RACOG suggests the safest time for a woman to travel when pregnant is during her second trimester which is between 18 to 24 week gestations. This time of the pregnancy is the lowest risk of miscarriage and premature labour. It is also recommended that women avoid flying after 36 weeks to avoid preterm labour. |
Welcome to our new subscribers!
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The Parenting Australia team would like to welcome our new mums, dads and parents-to-be to our online family.
As you may know, the Parenting Australia team has been visiting baby expos around NSW, and we've been delighted to meet and chat with you all, existing and new members alike! |
Catch Parenting Australia next at the Baby and Kids Markets at Lane Cove on the 9th of August! |
Violet Foundation - Meningococcal Awareness Dinner 2009
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Parenting Australia would like to encourage all our readers to attend the Violet Foundation's Meningococcal Awareness Dinner. It is a great oppurtunity for you to support a worthy cause, and you get to have a great night out in the city at the same time! Dinner, entertainment, dancing, raffles and auctions will all be included.
Interested subscribers can check their facebook event page here for more details, or you can go to the Violet Foundations website to contact them and learn more about the cause.
To find out more or reserve your seat, contact Colin Greenway - Ph - 02 9825 6521 M: 0418 960 823
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The content of this article is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Any questions regarding a medical diagnosis or treatment should be directed to a medical practitioner.
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