Parenting 2
FEBRUARY 2016
'How I became a fun mum instead of an angry, nagging mum.'
Mean Girls actress Lacey Chabert is pregnant with her first child.
“Why I will always enforce family dinner.”
How many babies do you think are born because of FOMO?
This mother-of-three has offered to pay for her husband to visit a sex worker.
"I'm allowing my son to be in charge of his own life-saving medication."
A teacher explains why being the popular kid isn't everything.
"Please don't force my transgender daughter to use the men's toilets."
Watch this father's priceless reaction to his wife's surprise pregnancy.
Dear stay-at-home mum. You don't owe anyone an explanation.
The 'cuckoo awesome' thing this mum discovered in her breast milk.
What I told my son when he said, "Mum, you look fat from behind."
The Block's Bec Douros shares her birth story. "Welcome to the world, Archie."
"I don't know if I'll ever want kids."
What Chrissy Teigen and John Legend did would be illegal in Australia.
The ‘relaxed’ mum's guide to making your home look clean.
The 'best bogan baby names' of 2016 are here.
The people anti-vaxxers hurt the most are their own kids.
Introducing the Sleepy Magic sleep technique that might just change your life.
Too much help with homework can hinder your child's learning progress.
Carrie Bickmore shows us what a real family photo looks like.
The incredible moment a mum meets her premature baby for the first time.
Lego has released stay-at-home dad and working mum figurines.
Rose Byrne named her son after her dad.
25 things I tell my toddler that I should be telling myself.
Safe Schools: My school life would have been so different if I was told it was okay to be gay.
Karl Stefanovic isn't happy that his kids are growing up.
"When my step-daughter adopted me, I became her father."
"The girl who left her newborn baby on a doorstep could have been me."
"I picked my baby up EVERY. SINGLE. TIME he cried and I don't regret it."
Editor’s picks: The products that will help your baby reach their milestones.
Michelle Bridges has survived a lot worse than being called a homewrecker.
'Stop the search for the teen mum who left her baby on a doorstep.'
5 ways to passive-aggressively force your millennial child into financial independence.
Shy teens find it easier to be included by their classmates in high school.
Funding secured for breastfeeding helpline.
Kate Hudson: "I can't stand my sons sometimes."
'How I became a fun mum instead of an angry, nagging mum.'
How do you tell your 8-year-old son you're going to prison?
Newborn baby abandoned on doorstep of Griffith home.
How to keep your baby's gender a secret.
If you're confused about paid parental leave, you're not alone. So is the government.
People are watching other people's sleeping babies on the internet.
"I don't want kids. And that should be OK in this day and age."
Sophie Cachia defends Roxy Jacenko; "This can happen to ANYBODY."
The secret to choosing a good husband.
Ex Home and Away star Christie Hayes gets real about motherhood.
Should you buy a baby jumper? (No, not the cardigan kind).
Pat Rafter: "Being a good father means being a good husband."
"I am so freaking tired, and I don't even have a baby as an excuse."
Emotional photos capture the first moments between mother and baby.
Would you let a 9-year old walk to school by themselves?
The moment an airline gave a breastfeeding mum of triplets exactly what she needed.
Woman who thought she was merely constipated gives birth to healthy baby boy.
Angelina Jolie: "I never wanted to have a baby".
Outsourcing parent teacher night to the nanny. How very well could you?
School food bans have now extended to fruit as food allergies increase.
Outsourcing parent teacher night to the nanny. How very well could you?
Rachel Zoe has created a new maternity collection - and it's gorgeous.
Caroline Overington: 'The day I had to let my daughter go.'
Carrie underwood says being a mum is her biggest achievement.
'Confused about paid parental leave? It's not you. It's the Government.'
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen got parenting advice from Barack Obama (and Kim Kardashian).
Um.. I still haven't spoken to my kids about sex.
25 messages my 25 year-old self needed to hear before fatherhood
What other parents really think about smacking, crying it out and more.
Editor’s picks: Last minute gift ideas for kids (that are educational and entertaining).
Delta Airlines upgrades mum of triplets so she can express milk in private.
Parenting at work: how visible are your choices?
"Please stop fat-shaming my toddler."
Emergency services issue snake bite warning after 6yo girl's death in western NSW.
Warning after popular prams rating high on online review sites found to be dangerous for babies.
Does it really matter how you birth your baby?
Talking to your daughter about the pill.
Working mum Michelle Bridges doesn't want to hire a nanny.
When your teen wants a tattoo – and the reason makes you cry.
My plea for birthday parties to make us all a little saner.
"What it's like to meet your mother after 20 years."
Why many women want a daughter more than they want a son.
Five ways I’ve noticed I’m not a complete screw up as a dad.
"My wife and I don't know how to fire our nanny."
The drastic ways schools have changed since you were there.
"Why I decided to medicate my ADHD children."
Don't like your kid's teacher? Tough. Suck it up.
"We love you more than we knew possible, Aya." A birth story.
"The 3 a.m call that made me realise my boyfriend was stepdad material."
"A dad is not a babysitter or a helper. He's a parent."
Why I decided to donate my eggs to a stranger.
A comprehensive guide to putting your child to sleep: 75 minutes of back tickles included.
"I'm finally returning to the way I felt pre-baby."
'I've told my husband that I'm going on a "sex strike"'
10 signs you deserve a ‘severely sleep deprived mum’ badge.
All you need is love this Valentine’s Day.
He's a grown man, he kissed his mum on the lips and the internet went crazy.
Mum-to-be's Fitbit knew she was pregnant before she did.
"She may have died - but my love for her did not."
How to raise a confident child when you're not a confident adult.
A celebration of the week's best mum fails.
5 words every first-time pregnant woman needs to hear.
Singer Kelly Clarkson has written a children's book.
Year 6 student foils kidnap attempt with a simple lie.
Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool scared his daughter, literally sh*tless.
Vaccinating teenagers is a "low priority" for parents.
'Philip and I have six children but have only watched four of them grow up.'
Backpacking around the world with a baby on maternity leave? As you do.
Parents are on high alert over a possible measles outbreak in Melbourne.
The (realistic) parenting Pinners you should be following.
Anna from My Kitchen Rules dishes on her near-perfect score and her love for her son.
"You are the worst mother ever!" When the best and worst of mothering go hand in hand.
Five ‘Safer Internet Day’ tips for parents, direct from Facebook.
"Five ways I've noticed I'm not a complete screw up as a Dad."
Magdalena Roze writes about what she ate during her pregnancy (and what she avoided).
Beau Ryan and his wife Kara share their house with both sets of parents.
The 8 types of kids you'll meet on a play date.
Custody arrangements at risk of being used to perpetrate family violence.
When allergies become your life.
"9 horrible thoughts I've had as a parent".
Forget quinoa and kale, these basic foods for your kids' lunch box will give them the nutrition they need.
"We’re finally out of the 'blur'." Magdalena Roze gets candid about new parent sleep deprivation.
8 things that suck about your kids not being toddlers any more.
How to not be a b!*# to volunteers.
Six common phrases that must be banned in your house.
"I owe my Facebook friends an enormous apology."
School uniforms – a blessing or a curse?
To the mother of the baby screaming in aeroplane seat 17C.
Meet Gwen, mother of two beautiful daughters who live with microcephaly.
The one food you need to eat if you want your baby to be a girl.
The time a baby capsule made Jamila Rizvi cry.
"I refuse to dress my daughter in the school uniform."
Exactly how much sleep your kids should be getting.
Would you let NRL players speak to the students at your kids' school?
Jack's arrival: a birth story.
Jessica Biel woke up like this, "Disheveled, running late."
"I want to be around more while my baby is, well, still a baby."
An unlimited nappy supply, endless Peppa Pig and 8 other ways to survive a car trip with kids.
Hi ho, Hi ho, it's off to the black market nanny network we go.
"How to make your family holiday a relaxing experience. No, I’m not joking."
An Aussie mum's Facebook post about food shaming is brilliant.
Catherine Hughes, mother of Riley Hughes, has just announced she is pregnant.
"9 ways I am turning into my mother."
Brooklyn Beckham - the teen progeny of Posh and Becks - shot Burberry's latest campaign and professional photographers are pissed off.
Paedophiles trawl social media for family photos warns eSafety Commissioner.
Pregnant woman dances to Justin Beiber. Doesn't stop until her waters break.
Found: 2016's hottest baby name trends.
The confessions of a stay-at-home mum.
Katie Price faces criticism for having her baby's ears pierced.
"Why I encourage my boys to fight."
Mariah Carey still hasn't told her twins that she's engaged.
Working parent Members of Parliament now allowed to bring their children into the House.
Dilemma: I don't know if I should have another baby or not?
Jacinta Tynan: "If you love your children and are there for them, you are doing a good job."
Meet the woman who did a CrossFit workout - while 36 weeks pregnant.
Last night, thousands of kids were in their rooms quietly worrying.
Nicole Kidman says she's a better mum when she's a working mum.
NOV, 2023
OCT, 2023
NOV, 2022
NOV, 2021
JUL, 2021
MAY, 2021
APR, 2021
OCT, 2020
JUN, 2020
MAY, 2020
APR, 2020
MAR, 2020
FEB, 2020
JAN, 2020
DEC, 2019
NOV, 2019
OCT, 2019
SEP, 2019
AUG, 2019
JUL, 2019
JUN, 2019
MAY, 2019
APR, 2019
MAR, 2019
FEB, 2019
JAN, 2019
DEC, 2018
NOV, 2018
OCT, 2018
SEP, 2018
AUG, 2018
JUL, 2018
JUN, 2018
MAY, 2018
APR, 2018
MAR, 2018
FEB, 2018
JAN, 2018
DEC, 2017
NOV, 2017
OCT, 2017
SEP, 2017
AUG, 2017
JUL, 2017
JUN, 2017
MAY, 2017
APR, 2017
MAR, 2017
FEB, 2017
JAN, 2017
DEC, 2016
NOV, 2016
OCT, 2016
SEP, 2016
AUG, 2016
JUL, 2016
JUN, 2016
MAY, 2016
APR, 2016
MAR, 2016
FEB, 2016
JAN, 2016
DEC, 2015
NOV, 2015
OCT, 2015
SEP, 2015
AUG, 2015
JUL, 2015
JUN, 2015
MAY, 2015
APR, 2015
MAR, 2015
FEB, 2015
JAN, 2015
DEC, 2014
NOV, 2014
OCT, 2014
SEP, 2014
AUG, 2014
JUL, 2014
JUN, 2014
MAY, 2014
APR, 2014
MAR, 2014
FEB, 2014
JAN, 2014
DEC, 2013
NOV, 2013
OCT, 2013
SEP, 2013
AUG, 2013
JUL, 2013
JUN, 2013
MAY, 2013
APR, 2013
MAR, 2013
FEB, 2013
JAN, 2013
DEC, 2012
NOV, 2012
SEP, 2012
JUL, 2012
JUN, 2012
AUG, 2011
READ
News
General
Opinion
True Crime
Politics
Sport
Explainer
Entertainment
Celebrity
Reality TV
Movies
TV
Books
Rogue
Royal
Lifestyle
Beauty
Fashion
Weddings
Home
Wellness
Health
Fitness
Travel
Food
Parents
Before The Bump
Pregnancy
Baby
Kids
Teens
School
Parent Opinion
Work & Money
Finance
Career
Lady Startup
Relationships
Sex
Dating
Separation
Friendship
Family
Real Life
Couples
Podcasts
Videos
Newsletters
Events
Competitions
About Mamamia
LISTEN
All Podcasts
The Split
9 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Lady Startup
132 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
The Quicky
1028 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
No Filter
451 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Mamamia Out Loud
870 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
You Beauty
0 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
This Glorious Mess
540 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
The Baby Bubble
12 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
I Don't Know How She Does It
84 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Tell Me Its Going To Be Ok
93 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
The Recap
246 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Sealed Section
21 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Hitched
12 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Year One
12 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Ask Me Anything
21 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Hello, Bump
18 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Fighting For Fair
12 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
The Well
27 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Love Life
5 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Mamamia Book Club
29 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
The Parent Code
7 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
The Prude & The Pornstar
9 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
Can't Live Without
7 Episodes
LISTEN NOW
WATCH
Trending Videos
Entertainment
Find your happy place: Barbie ...
Procrastination
The Date Deep Dive
Make The Bold Move
Video 3 The Hannashians Ls Cle...
Behind the Scenes at 9 to 5 Th...
Surprising Olympic Partners
Even Celebrities Need Wingmen
Iconic Celebrity Pregnancy Rev...
Mamamia Super Fan With Luke To...
Celebrities Are Getting Creati...
How Well Do You Know Your Part...
Comedy
Procrastination
The Date Deep Dive
Oh, to be a baby again, with 1...
If only we could be in our bab...
Parenting 101
The Dogs Are Not Okay
Prepping For Friday Nights
How To Travel: At Home
Things You Never Say In 2021
Everything that is happening i...
Characters who would OWN the p...
The unspoken, heroic acts of s...
Beauty
The Millenial Refresh
School Of Skin
School Of Skin
Fact or Fiction
Bare Faced Truth
Decoding Derm Terms
Things I've Learnt about Beaut...
Beauty Breakdown
The Peri Face: How Foundation ...
Iconic Denim Outfits
Youbeautorial: Curls 3 ways
Face Time With DJ Tigerlily
Lifestyle
Dressing Room Dilemmas - Bra E...
A day in the life of Leigh Cam...
Signs To Use With Your Family
Signs to use in everyday chat...
Signs to use at the coffee sh...
Signs To Use When Having Drin...
Signs To Use When Celebrating ...
Prepping For Friday Nights
Signs To Use When Talking Abou...
Happy Father's Day to dads eve...
In Her Shoes, Lea's Cancer Sto...
To Dogs. Our Best Friends
Parents
I Can Do It
I Can Do It
Screentime of Screamtime
Screentime of Screamtime
Screentime of Screamtime
It's Not Fair
It's Not Fair
It's Not Fair
Back To Brilliance: Chef Editi...
Back To Brilliance: Artist Edi...
Back To Brilliance: Ballerina ...
Risky Play
News
Iconic Denim Outfits
Meet MPlus. Extra, Closer.
5 money lessons your parents t...
4 money hacks that don't cut o...
Changing the date with Narelda...
Messages To The Class Of 2020.
Thank You To Masks
Awkward Questions I Get Asked ...
How To Talk To Anti-Vaxxers
Indigenous Lives Matter.
Your COVID-19 Questions Answer...
Australia Day, Invasion Day, S...
Search
00:00 / ???
