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Career and motherhood - is it possible?Mother of four and founder of Fertile Mind, Christine Kininmonth, asks if we can be a parent and careerwoman at the same time.

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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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Dating tips for single parentsRe-entering the dating world when you're a single parent can be scary but don't lose heart. Dating is not impossible, it just kind of changes a bit.

Parenting soloFew people plan to become single mothers or fathers, yet more and more are... here are the basics on doing it alone

The history of Mother's Day around the worldIt's a special day for mums, but just who was the genius who brought this day into existence? Learn some useless facts to astound your friends and family...

Why becoming a mother is good for youIt's not all stretch marks and night-feeds... being a new mum can make you healthier and happier.

Mothers' hate to multitask in publicEveryone knows that women are excellent at multi-tasking, and normally she is proud of the fact, but according to a new study, if the woman is working and a mother, she not only hates it makes her feel open to scrutiny and judgment.

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 mother is having an alarming effect on their self esteem. A third of the women surveyed think that their partners thought of them only as mothers not as lovers.

Happy tearsTry to hold back the tears watching this little girl as she gets a surprise visit from her daddy who had been away in Afghanistan.

Women on the pill make a better choice of husbandWomen who take the birth-control pill could be making better decisions when it comes to finding a husband a new study has shown.

Parenting: How much do you hover?You've heard of 'wrapping your child in cotton wool', now early childhood experts describe parents need to 'hover' constantly over their child as 'helicopter parenting'.

Should birth parents contact their adopted children on Facebook?An increasing number of parents who gave their children up for adoption have been contacting their biological children through Facebook.

Your say: Does your partner do his fair share of housework?An online survey in the US has found mothers feel overwhelmed by the constant juggling act between work, housework and parenting.

Divorce affects children's maths and social skills: reportChildren of divorce experience difficulty with mathematics and have less social skills, a new report has found.

The baby whisperer: Fussy eatersAustralian Baby Whisperer Sheyne Rowley lets Kerri-Anne in on all the secrets on dealing with a fussy eater.

Is trying to be the perfect parent killing our marriages?A new book on sale in the US has suggested marriages are breaking up because we're trying too hard to be perfect parents.

Rocky relationship could affect your baby's sleep: reportInstability in your relationship could be affecting your baby's ability to fall and stay asleep, new research has found.

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?

How to be a happy housewifeDoes staying home with the baby mean you have to do all the housework? Here's how to love the drudge and survive as a full-time worker-come-hausfrau...

Let's talk about sexWho says passion has to peter out with the pitter-patter of little feet? Whether you're craving intimacy or simply can't find the time, here are some ideas that can help.

Motherhood is great for your social lifeIt seems having a baby is great for your social life, with researchers in the UK reporting the average woman's circle of friends increases by at least eight when she has a baby.

Relationships: When two becomes threeResearch claims happiness between couples can start ebbing away the moment you get pregnant. Here’s how to reverse the flow.

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