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DECEMBER 2016

Five ways to make settling your kids into childcare a whole lot easier.
Why I considered bird nesting, but decided against it.
The awkward moment you mistakenly send your son to school in an obscene Christmas jumper.
Ten weird things all first time mums worry about.
Where will George Michael's $180 million fortune go?
"My daughter's seven-year-old friend says I'm messy, so I clean before she comes over."
Supernanny star: "Parents need to buy less gifts and be more present over the holidays."
"My daughter just gave me an end-of-year report card."
It shouldn't have to be said, but please keep your fingers out of baby's mouths.
How to survive a holiday with your adult children.
10 universal truths mums of cricket-crazy kids know well.
National Geographic has featured a transgender girl on its cover for the first time.
Almost every successful woman Mamamia met this year meditates. Here's why.
Neighbourhood Christmas wonderland restored after little boy's plea.
'My brain says have 2 kids but my heart and body says have 100.'
How I prepared my son (and myself) for his transition to high school.
Four 'dumb phones' that'll be ideal for your child this Christmas.
A day in the life of an overworked and underpaid early childhood educator.
'My husband let my son's Year 4 teacher have it, and I'm okay with that.'
This Dad threw a party for all the kids who never receive party invitations.
Six questions to ask before buying your child a mobile phone.
STOP EVERYTHING: Yowies are heading back to Aussie shores.
The skin care ingredients that are safe to use on your baby (and what to avoid).
Maz Compton: "A letter to the kids who didn't get an achievement award this week."
Four factors predict which toddlers are likely to grow up to be criminals.
Hello Barbie. When did buying you become so very complicated?
What Peter and Emma Cockburn want parents to know after their daughter died from being run over in their driveway.
Meet the volunteers who use the most unusual method to keep your child safe at night.
The 9 stages of 'date night' every parent knows to be true.
In (mild) defence of the Elf on the Shelf.
Specialists warn parents who are ignoring important trampoline safety guidelines.
Beautiful things teachers do that nobody ever talks about.
Eight life tricks every busy mum needs to know.
Need some Elf on the Shelf inspiration? These celebrities have got your back.
Warning over "worrying side effect" of Hatchimals.
Eight gifts that’ll guarantee family fun this summer holiday.
Take a look at the most beautiful dolls in the world.
The one store I'll be visiting to do my last minute Christmas Shopping.
Five fast, veggie-filled recipes for your family.