Pregnancy

"Doctors told me that 2020 would be the year that I might die," Ashleigh Lilley explains, after doctors in 2015 estimated she only had five years to live. "Now it's become the year I'll give birth!"

While the Newshub presenter's pregnancy had been relatively straight-forward, wee Busby's arrival was anything but.

It was a case of mutual adoration when TJ and John were reunited for an interview about TJ's exciting baby news.

The royal mum-of-three made her podcast debut, opening up about parenting and those “terrifying” post-birth photocalls.

The couple tied the knot twice last year - the first in Las Vegas and the second in the south of France.

"Kiwi baby coming soon," she has said.

''I knew virtual reality was being used in a variety of acute pain settings, so I thought it could work well in a labour and birth setting,'' says Lorna Massov.

The builder went on the hit reality show with his friend Sam just weeks after finding out his partner Mia was expecting.

Congratulations Hayley!

''It’s all been the most special experience.''

Congratulations to the smitten new mum and dad!

Expert tips on how to manage pregnancy-related changes to your hair, plus style and colour tips pre- and post-birth.

''One foot in front of the other...now I begin the healing journey," she says.

''You complete us,'' the new mum says.

The Married At First Sight bride and Love Island runnerup are no longer together - and the saddest part, they're expecting a baby son together.

''My activist work is my goal right now. Cadenshae want to support communities; their bottom line is about supporting mothers. This is in line with everything I want.''

''Now we get people saying 'You don't deserve that baby, that child deserves better parents', 'You should have a miscarriage'.''

Once costing Kiwi women up to $500, Pharmac have announced they will fully-fund the two hormone-releasing intrauterine devices from next month.

Not everybody gets the ending they hope for in their fertility journey, and the importance of sharing these stories, as well as the success stories, cannot be underestimated.

The mother of four has joked that she already looks six months pregnant. (She doesn't!)

The director was on hand when the ocean lovers gave birth.

Sam's cherished baby boy will be here any day now!

Sam Hayes, Melissa Chan-Green, Janika ter Ellen and Susie Nordqvist can barely contain their excitement.

The countdown is on. At 39 weeks pregnant Matilda Green is ready and waiting for the arrival of her and husband Art Green's first child.

This formidable woman took on two governments to make sure that no woman ever had to go through what she endured.

In 2010 Cassie Arauzo was known as 'the pregnant high school prefect'. Now she's regarded as one of NZ's finest in her industry.

The pregnancy wasn't planned, however the couple is looking forward to becoming parents.

The Newshub presenter says the occasion was filled with love.

Anna and husband Mike Gilliespie could not be happier!

Cathrine and her rugby player husband Jim are making it work, despite the difficulty of him living half a world away.

If you have to move wait until later in your pregnancy, researchers suggest.

''It's been hard and heart-breaking and raw and real.''

Congratulations to Anne and husband Adam Shulman.

The little one even kicks her while she's reading the news!

Laurel’s TV birth was a dress rehearsal for the real thing.

Known to us as one of the wild women on Westside, life is about to change significantly for Antonia Prebble.

When Sharyn Casey had her first miscarriage, she felt alone and ashamed. But in sharing her story, the Dancing with the Stars NZ host found a community who had been there before.

A glowing Chelsea took a leap of faith by following her heart to France – and came back with a bun in the oven!

Congratulations to the proud parents-to-be!

New Zealand's baby whisperer is about to become a mother-of-two.

From receiving their first baby gift to joking around about who the father of the child is, Meghan's pregnancy hasn't been short of some very sweet moments. Here's some of our favourites.

Exciting times lie ahead for the Newshub presenter and her boyfriend, Jay.

The nature lovers can’t wait to share the beauty of Aotearoa with baby Green.

And they're ''bloody excited!''

''I'm trying not to put any expectations on myself, because all my expectations about the pregnancy went out the window!''

There is plenty of evidence that lifestyle has a potent effect on fertility, for both men and women. For couples planning to get pregnant, it’s time for a health audit.

In an open letter published in the New York Times, a mum-of-three has implored Meghan to skip the post-baby photos, as she says it sets unrealistic expectations of how women should appear after just giving birth.

The mother was rushed to hospital with abdominal pains where doctors made a surprising discovery.

Earrings are an item of jewellery that many women put on every day and soon it could also help prevent unwanted pregnancies.

It’s positive news on and off the screen!

She used the best pun to announce the happy news.

She’s not putting her feet up just yet!

''We love you so much already little Green.''

Could the day be more special?!

Don't be afraid to ask questions, urges Fertility NZ CEO Nicola Bitossi.

''It's so special to have all three of us here at the wedding.''

''We were sceptical of them actually falling in love, but we've seen it firsthand and the bump is so exciting.''

''I made this baby in my body and the fact that it’s a girl is so lovely,'' says a glowing Anika, who hopes this baby can sing!

The Westside co-stars are "elated" at the news.

Is there a little "Liley" on the way?

''It's scary the idea of having to look after someone, but Victoria will be a great mum … It's me I'm worried about.''

As NZ's leading fertility clinic, Fertility Associates, celebrates the birth of its 20,000th baby we look at the many options now available to Kiwis wanting to start a family.

Baby Remy is outrageously cute!

The risk remains higher for 24 years.

Christmas and the New Year can be reminders that the year has passed and you are still trying for the baby you yearn for. These strategies can help to ease the sadness.

As Michelle Obama put it, "It's the worst thing that we do to each other as women. Not share the truth about our bod­ies and how they work – and how they don't work."

With fitness, one size does not fit all - and that especially goes for pregnancy.

Poor Amy!

''Being a celebrity does not exempt someone from abiding by the advertising law.''

He sure is shaping up to be the most supportive husband and father.

All of your royal baby questions answered.

''If it wasn’t for my cervical smear, I would be dead or definitely wouldn’t have my children. This cancer isn’t just an older women’s disease.''

Pippa Middleton is expecting her first child with financier James Matthews any day now.

The announcement was made in the sweetest way.

She didn't put things lightly.

Congratulations to the happy little family of four!

'I’m learning as I go that there are plenty of ways to ensure nutrition and fitness aren’t compromised while growing a little human.'

"I tried to keep it together. I tried to smile through it all," she confesses.

“I’m determined not to break into a penguin-style waddle”.

How to make sure this is really what you want.

“My message to people is to never give up hope,” says the mum-to-be. “If you want a baby badly enough, there are always options.”

Pregnancy suits her!

How very Green Party of her!

"Family is the most important thing in the world" for the former All Black.

Two out of three pregnant women suffer from morning sickness. If you’re one of them, try our unusual remedies that really do make a difference.

Congratulations to the talented pair!

The mother of three embraced her curvier figure after giving birth to twins Sir and Rumi Carter.

Such exciting news for our very own sporting royalty!

Medical professionals had warned her she had only a three to four per cent chance of conceiving.

The new mum reveals she didn't put pressure on herself to lose her baby weight - she just began her pre-baby workout routine.

In a maternal assisted caesarean delivery, the mother can reach down, grab their child and pull them up onto their chest.

Not that she's encouraging women to stop breastfeeding, of course.

“He’s a great little guy. We’re very blessed to have such a happy, healthy little boy.”

Pippa confirmed the happy news in her regular exercise column.

Bravely going it alone, the MAFS star couldn't be happier with her life as a new mum as she introduces us to her beautiful little boy!

'When you've got one of the most privileged jobs in the country, you can't sit there and feel sorry for yourself because you've got an amazing opportunity.'

It’s a baby girl for the actor husband and wife!

The pregnancy might have come as a complete surprise, but the second-time parents are overjoyed to show off their newest addition to the world.

It's a boy for the loved-up couple!

Being nutritionally unprepared could put your child's health at risk.