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Allison McGevna

A news-junkie with a love for culture and lifestyle, Allison McGevna is a writer, editor and digital strategist. A wife, mom-to-be and proud dog mom, she is passionate about social justice, strong coffee, historical fiction and beautiful shoes. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram @alliemcgev.

Health & Wellness

The (very good) reason why so many people insist on telling pregnant women how hard parenting is

Giving unsolicited advice is just one parent's attempt to help another parent avoid the challenges they went through.

Celebrity News

‘Real Housewives’ star Monique Samuels explains how she finds balance in motherhood

We recently sat down with the reality star to talk about she channels her mom superpowers.

It's Science

The scientific reason why pregnant women create a ‘safety bubble’ of personal space

Can everybody just give her some room, please?

Career & Money

The scientific case for cutting long commutes for pregnant people (and the rest of us)

There are health benefits when pregnant women have shorter commutes.

Celebrity News

Mindy Kaling is refreshingly honest about how #momlife surprised her

"I wasn't ready," she told USA Today. "I don't think anyone is ever ready. I definitely knew I wanted kids, but the decision, it was not something that I had, like, planned."

Black Lives Matter

Are doulas the key to help save black mothers’ lives?

Some cities and states are hoping they can.

Parental Leave

Parental leave policies need to recognize *all* parents

Because fathers are parents, too.

Parenting

Parenting a ‘fussy’ baby is harder on mom than anyone knows

It can lead to a higher risk for depression, says new study.

Pregnancy

Progesterone may prevent multiple miscarriages, says new study

But not for all women.

Health & Wellness

New moms are putting their own health care last and experts are worried

You have to put on your own oxygen mask first, mama.

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