LifestyleLively's breastfeeding 'perks'She may well be dealing with exhaustion and food in her hair, but Blake Lively is certainly happy with one aspect of motherhood - an ample chest.18 Jul 12:00 AM
OpinionHitting back at mean mumsWho are these do-gooders posting messages on social media? And why are they spending time on Facebook, not making memories with their families? vents Rhonwyn Newson.14 Jul 01:35 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Teen mums give best returnsImagine if you could invest $14.1 million up front and get a return over the next 50 years of $3.3 billion. Would you do it?11 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestylePortman struggling to be a mumNatalie Portman has turned to Cate Blanchett for a little parenting advice after failing to find a balance between motherhood and her career.11 Jul 12:30 AM
LifestyleNewlyweds' cancer dilemma"We're thinking we've got six weeks before the therapy starts - do we try to have [a baby] before that?"10 Jul 05:00 PM
Opinion'Pregnancy police' back offWhy would no one question serving a pregnant woman a coffee in a restaurant, but eyebrows would be raised if the same woman asked for a glass of wine, wonders Rhonwyn Newson.08 Jul 02:40 AM
Lifestyle8 things you didn't know about perinatal mood disordersFor some women, the perinatal period (which includes both pregnancy and postpartum) can bring anxiety, exhaustion and even a mood disorder.07 Jul 07:00 PM
LifestyleAlcohol during pregnancy: alarming statsUp to 80 per cent of women admit to drinking during early stages of pregnancy, new study reveals.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'Baby whisperer' slammedAn Australian parenting group has accused a ‘baby whisperer’ of risking babies’ lives by recommending unsafe car seat practices.07 Jul 04:15 AM
OpinionAmy Stockwell: Miranda Kerr is trying to sell you a very dangerous messageMiranda Kerr's new baby-care recommendation is dangerous. So dangerous that it could cost lives, writes Amy Stockwell.02 Jul 02:05 AM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: We should offer free contraception to stupid peopleThe sky's the limit, really, once you start pondering the sectors of society you would prefer did not breed, writes Shelley Bridgeman.01 Jul 03:25 AM
LifestyleFertility concerns answeredFertility expert Dr John Peek answered reader questions about infertility, its causes and options for couples.30 Jun 01:00 AM
LifestyleAre couples leaving it too late for kids?More New Zealanders are ending up unintentionally childless and the childless rate is higher for professional women.29 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleCot to help parents grieve lost babiesA drive is underway to get Auckland equipped with a cot that keeps precious stillborn babies cool, allowing parents to spend more time with their newborn.29 Jun 04:30 AM
LifestyleAre plastics making men infertile?Recent research has reignited concerns that exposure to chemicals from plastics might be to blame for low sperm counts in young men.28 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleDying wish made another a mumA happily single immigration lawyer received a surprising phone call one day. This is her remarkable journey into motherhood.25 Jun 09:50 PM
LifestylePrevious stillbirth quadruples risk of a second - study"Couples who have experienced a stillbirth need to understand why it happened and want to know the risk for future pregnancies."25 Jun 07:00 PM
LifestyleThe man asking: do we need midwives?Women are losing the ability to give birth naturally, says Dr Michel Odent, the author of a controversial new book.24 Jun 11:55 PM
LifestyleWhy is this baby in a tube?An alarming photo of a baby seemingly stuck in a large glass tube has shocked some internet users, and given others a good laugh.23 Jun 04:45 AM
LifestyleSunbathing 'can help you get pregnant' - studyA sunshine break is the perfect way to unwind, catch up on your reading and top up that tan.21 Jun 03:00 AM
LifestyleCould a man handle the pain of birth?There's a machine that simulates the sensation of contractions - the closest a man can get to the experience of giving birth without actually producing a baby.18 Jun 07:35 PM
LifestyleEveryday fertility dangersSunscreen and other everyday items could be damaging male fertility, a scientist has warned.18 Jun 06:08 PM
LifestyleWarning over breast milk health crazeA growing market in the online sale of human breast milk is creating a serious health risk, doctors have warned.18 Jun 02:20 AM
LifestyleDocs raise fertility alarmWomen who want a family should conceive or freeze their eggs by 35, doctors have said, after a major study showed fertility falling off a "cliff edge" in subsequent years.17 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleFertility warning for older womenStars who have children in their 40s are giving women false hope about motherhood, doctors warn.17 Jun 03:20 AM
OpinionHow to fly when pregnantFlying while pregnant calls for an intense chat with your travel agent, warns Babiche Martens.16 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleMen need to eat greens to boost fertility and 'protect sperm'Experts say most pre-pregnancy advice is aimed at women and as a result men "have really missed out on the public health message".16 Jun 03:40 AM
Lifestyle'Substandard care' after risky pregnanciesWomen who have had risky, near-fatal pregnancies have been leaving New Zealand hospitals without ongoing contraception, a study has found.16 Jun 01:30 AM
EntertainmentKim K baby: South West?Kim Kardashian West has blasted rumours she plans to call her new baby South West.14 Jun 07:18 PM
LifestyleBaby girl can turn family upside downLike Cate Blanchett, Angela Epstein had a daughter after a brood of sons. Family life can be a challenge.13 Jun 05:00 AM
LifestyleTwo become three on Kiwi holidayChopper called in after visitors' son announces his imminent and early arrival at Milford Sound.12 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentKardashian plays down baby rumoursKim Kardashian has played down rumours that she and and husband Kanye West are expecting a baby boy.11 Jun 05:00 AM
Lifestyle'Pre-conception diet is crucial'It is often said that you are what you eat. But it seems that what your mother ate is also important. Research has linked a woman's diet before she becomes pregnant to the long-term health of her future child.11 Jun 12:36 AM
LifestyleDads allowed a year offNew dads employed by Virgin will be able to take up to a year's paternity leave on full pay, the company's founder Sir Richard Branson has announced.10 Jun 07:45 PM
