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Baby Bonus axing could lead to baby boomThis week Treasurer Wayne Swan announced the federal government’s decision to scrap the Baby Bonus, which will mean that fewer mums will qualify for a lump-sum payment on birth and those that do meet the requirements will receive thousands less.

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Easiest kite ever (template and instructions)Made from a single sheet of paper, this breeze of a kite is all a kid needs to catch the wind. A great holiday craft project! Pregnancy in women over 50 'safe'If you're one of the many women hearing their body clock ticking, you may be heartened to hear that women can still become pregnant well into their 50s - and give birth to healthy children What would you do if your child attacked you?What would you do if your child's temper tantrums went from frustrating and trying to terrifying? Baby Bonus axing could lead to baby boomThis week Treasurer Wayne Swan announced the federal government’s decision to scrap the Baby Bonus, which will mean that fewer mums will qualify for a lump-sum payment on birth and those that do meet the requirements will receive thousands less. One in three mums believe their husbands no longer find them attractiveIt may be what many women want but according to a new survey, becoming a new mum is having an alarming effect on their self esteem as one third of the women surveyed thought that their partners think of them only as 'mothers', not as 'lovers'.

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The rise and rise of the mummy bloggerThere’s no manual for motherhood but, rather than consult doctors and experts, more and more women are looking to their peers on the internet for advice and guidance. Here are our current fave mummy bloggers...

Where did all the grandparents go?They’ve always played an important part in family life and most of us have fond memories of visiting our grandparents - but is their presence in the modern family set-up becoming a thing of the past?

Parents relive their childhood holidaysSix out of 10 parents admit they prefer to take the kids places they visited while growing up, according to a study carried out by travel website Europcamp.

Online study helps career mumsFor many mums there comes a time when they must return to work. With the growth of online college and Open University courses, more women are refreshing their skills before re-entering the workforce and opting for a career change.

WIN! X30 double passes to the Baby & Toddler Show in Melbourne.Are you looking for stylish nursery ideas? The perfect pram? The best advice on feeding and sleeping?

Baby & Toddler ShowMums, dads and kids get excited – the Baby & Toddler Show will soon be back in town!

Airline introduces child-free zones on flightsMalaysian-based airline AirAsia X has created a kid-free zone on its long-haul services to Australia, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea and Nepal.

Splash-happy swimming tips for toddlersWith swimming weather in full swing, follow our advice for safe, splash-tastic fun in and around water, including tips from Olympic swimmer and mum-of-three Sam Riley.

Easiest kite ever (template and instructions)Made from a single sheet of paper, this breeze of a kite is all a kid needs to catch spring winds.

School holidays on a budgetThere are plenty of things that can help keep your kids entertained and they don't have to cost you a cent.

Driving holidays with kids: a survival guideHow to survive and maybe even enjoy a driving holiday with the kids

Mum's share family holiday tipsWe asked our mums on motherandbaby.com.au to share their best travel experiences

Easter craft: marbled eggsThis Easter craft is easy to do and makes a great gift for non-choccie eaters and craft-lovers alike!

Easter craft: patterned eggsMake some pretty patterned eggs this Easter!

Dog trained to clean the houseHands up if you would like one of these? On command this adorable golden retriever will pick up after the family, searching each room for items that have been misplaced or left lying around

Baby's motorboat impressionWatch this adorable baby copy his father's motorboat impression.

Spanking leads to aggressive childrenA leading paediatrician has recently called for the banning of smacking children and now a Canadian study backs up his claims - finding that slapping kids may have long-term, harmful effects on their development.

Pregnancy in women over 50 'safe'If you're one of the many women hearing their body clock ticking, you may be heartened to hear that women can still become pregnant well into their 50s - and give birth to healthy children

Parenting: Chinese 'tiger' mother should be tamedBestselling author Amy Chua describes the Chinese view of parenting as being a 'tiger mother', in which parents are expected to push their children to excel at all costs, including their happiness. While the perception of academia among Asian students is indeed that of a tough and strict home life,...

Weigh children more to stop obesityRegularly weighing your child is the best way to identify obesity, as it's no longer possible to identify whether a child is overweight simply by looking at them, says a leading obesity expert.

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