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One of the best things about having afro hair is that you can switch it up whenever you want. Since you are always changing your do, it's only right your little girl follows suit...

We both know you're not expecting a card or a gift this Father's Day because let's face it you don’t deserve it. Dear Dad, or more accurately, to ‘the man who made my existence...

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Baby's evolution during pregnancy and up to 6 months of age

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Parenting isn't easy. The messes, tantrums, hatred over what you cooked for dinner. The day to day life of a parent can be brimming with frustration, but it's also full of love...

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Dr. Seuss is one of the most beloved children's authors of all time, and within his creative and quirky rhyming are some of the most profound pearls of wisdom to come out of child...

You're going to be in the cutest, "Awww" inducing outfits EVER. From the naked Snowman to cheeky Rudolph and the man himself, Santa Claus, these photos will make you smile and sniff...

We've gone gaga for these cute babies. We know. We are SUCH girls. But there's something irresistibly, gorgeously squidgy and scrumptious about babies - so we've rounded up some...

Christmas is all about the kids. They’ve been waiting for Santa’s arrival for weeks now, and have even been extra good, so they deserve a gift or two.To help ease the festive...

Ultrasound scan at 4 weeks and 4 days of pregnancy: the egg is visible in the form of a small vesicle measuring 3mm in diameter and surrounded by a halo corresponding to the future...

Of course you want to give your adored baby-to-be a unique baby name and you just might find the one in this very rare and unusual selection.How about Tibero? Thinkstock

Struggling to find the right name for your baby?  Check out our predictions for the trendiest and most popular girl names for 2018. Istock - valio84sl

There is just something about men with babies, I mean David Beckham holding baby Harper is enough to make our ovaries cry out loud. And since MILF's seem to get all the love,...

Breastfeeding twins can be an overwhelming concept for many twin mums-to-be, but it is totally possible. Ignore all the naysayers who are convinced you won't be able to, with...

We hope Kate Middleton packed her labour bag! Her little bundle of joy is due any day now. Do you know what you'll need on the big day? If you’re expecting soon and want to ensure...

Children are a parent's pride and joy, but sometimes it's impossible not to think about what life was like before they were born. Remember all the things you used to do before...

Becoming a parent for the first time is kind of intimidating, but there's nothing like retail therapy to make you feel prepared for the unknown. That's why we've put together...

Spring is in bloom and showering us with an embarrassment of baby name riches. Whether it be blossoms or birch trees that inspire you, here are 25 names for boy and girl sprouts...

Parenting is no piece of cake. With the baby spit up, sleepless nights and everything between, you might sit there amidst the chaos wondering if the madness will ever end. Bad news...

Grandma & Grandpa names are back with a vengeance. What's trending right now? Jasper, Felix, and Floyd. That's right: Florence, Mabel, Maude are no longer names affixed to...

My entire life my mother has always been able to pick up on my emotions better than anyone else. You know the people who ask if you're OK, only for their question to result in...

Through primary school and most of secondary school, my mother always did my hair. Braids and pigtails were her strong suit, but sometimes she even helped me curl my locks by...

Spring has sprung and Easter is just around the corner. On April 16 children will be searching their gardens and knocking each other over just to find the eggs their parents have...

Looking for the ultimate checklist of must-have items for your newborn? Join the club! We know how overwhelming planning for your new arrival can be, especially if it's your first...

Let's face it: Whether you're already a mum, expecting, or just have random spouts of baby fever, stopping to admire the baby clothes section when you're out shopping is inevitable...

Family portraits traditionally show the family at their best: happy…contented…clean, but what about actually capturing the real reality of a day when the house is trashed, you...

We're getting pretty broody over here... British photographer Sandi Ford knows what parents are talking about when they say they want their babies to look as cute as humanly possible...

Want to make sure you're making the most of your baby's bath time? We know how important it is for you and your little one, and not just for the bonding experience but for her...

For many couples, designing the nursery for a newborn is stressful. I mean... I'm pretty positive that paint chip samples are a sensitive subject for parents everywhere, and that's...

Children often ask the craziest questions that we don't always have the answers to. So it goes without saying that for those tricky ones, many parents fabricate their stories...

For a first-time parent, the feeling of complete unpreparedness is pretty standard. Checking for monsters under the bed and hoping to God something actually isn't there? Learning...

Every parent has been asked that one (or 100) dreaded question they simply don't know the answer to. There are so many questions children ask their parents that they either don't...

When you're young, snow days are the best. But once you're working a full-time job, which requires a full-on blizzard for a snow day, or you're a stay-at-home mum, when your kids...

Remember how all your friends acted when you told them you were engaged? Well that's probably how they'll react to your pregnancy news as well. With a baby on the way, they'll...

There's no doubt that those nine months of pregnancy are completely worth it when you're suddenly face-to-face with your baby, but that doesn't mean that being pregnant is all...

One day, you're sitting at the office going about your work and everything is fine. The next you're sitting under a pile of tissues bawling over a video you just watched of a...

And as someone who's always been especially tight with her mother, I've also gone through my entire life experiencing exactly what it means to be a "cool mum." So if you've ever...

When word spread that Beyonce might be pregnant, naturally, everyone freaked out. However, it didn't take long until the Instagram photo in question, which revealed the singer...

There are two reasons why we love Ellen Degeneres. One, because she's owner of Hollywood's most talented comedy brain contained in the most fabulous crop of all time. Two, because...

The second you pop out a kid you become the recipient of unsolicited and unwanted advice from other parents. Sometimes you can politely smile while backing away, but when it comes...

Kim Kardashian's Paper Magazine cover made quite the splash after the full frontal pictures broke the Internet. Some of the naysayers of the magazine spread said Kim should not...

Feeling broody? This will come as big news!! According to new advice from the NHS, giving birth at home is a ‘safer’ option for many mums-to-be. Which means under the new guidelines...

We have to say we're enjoying getting to know Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck as a couple. Jennifer has been opening up about her feminist beliefs over the past few months, and...

Looking for simple play ideas for the holidays? Nurture your kids' creative spirits with fun loving crafts for Christmas. Whether it's a glittery ornament to pimp out your tree...

Photographer, Sandi Ford, is setting out to prove that pregnant women are a sexy sight to behold! At the Academy Awards last year, Chris Hemsworth's wife, Elsa Pataky, was ridiculed...

These are crafts you can do the day OF Halloween to bring in some last minute holiday cheer! Ghost Lollipop Bouquet A simple and fun DIY craft that won't break the bank. Find...

Forget what you know about Lamaze! It's not just about breathing, birthing balls and overly attentive spouses. The Lamaze technique relies on the mother understanding her body...

No one becomes a parent thinking it'll be a walk in the park, but all parents hold onto the belief that their children will be a little better than the brats we see on the daily...

Elimination communication is more than just potty training. It's about strengthening the attachment with your baby by truly understanding and responding to their needs. Depending...

A missed miscarriage or silent miscarriage is something all women should be aware of. While everyone is aware of what a miscarriage is, silent or missed miscarriages are much...

Believe me - you'll be happy you got all of these things out of the way before you start making babies! 1. Pursue your biggest career goal You want to write a book? Develop an app...

An imaginary friend or a visitor from beyond the grave? You decide. When I watch the flick as an adult ​it gets me thinking about what kids are actually capable of seeing. Mums...

Parenting advice from centuries past tends to support pretty authoritarian practices. Typically kids didn't have childhoods. Once they could do heavy lifting, sew a hem, or pluck...

The Sproutling baby monitor is an interesting new device that guarantees to make parenting a lot easier. It doesn't just alert you to your baby's cries - it actually predicts...

Being pregnant ain't a walk in a park. In fact, it kind of sucks. Yes, there are some ladies who love their pregnancy. And then there are some who will NEVER let their kids forget...

Before sonograms we resorted to strange and slightly absurd methods to find out the gender of a baby. Mixing pee with baking soda, placing necklaces over your heart, and analysing...

WARNING: If you're not down with the realities of the ins and outs of parenthood (literally) then you might not want to scroll down. When this Dad and his newborn son posed for...

Yay! You're going to have a baby - an adorable, life-changing bundle of joy! However, as delicate and amazing as infants can be, weird stuff is going to happen during the first...