Caitlin Clement

Caitlin is the SEO Intern at Motherly and is currently studying Journalism at Drake University. She is a foodie at heart and loves to travel when life allows. Her blog, Caitlin's Crumbs, is an lifestyle blog covering topics such as food, travel, and health. Caitlin's passionate about the empowerment of women and is excited to be able to intern for a company who makes that a priority.

Labor & Delivery

Early labor: How to know when it starts—and what to do when it does

Wondering what to do in early labor? Spoiler alert: Rest, eat and move, mama!

Updated Apr. 01, 2024

Labor & Delivery

Postpartum

Yes, you’ll still need to wear a postpartum diaper after a C-section

Postpartum bleeding, or lochia, happens no matter how you gave birth.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023

Postpartum, Birth

Life

Should I get prenatal genetic screening? The most common questions, answered.

Here are some of the common questions people have about genetic screening in pregnancy, to help you understand what genetic screening is, the risks, accuracy and types of tests to choose from.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Life

Parenting

12 reasons why your newborn might be crying, and how to soothe them

It can be tricky to decipher exactly what your baby wants in the beginning. As you grow with your baby, you'll start to recognize what certain cries mean.

Updated Aug. 28, 2023

Parenting, Baby