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My postpartum body made me feel less sexy—and I’m not alone

I was so proud of what my body had just done—yet I couldn’t seem to welcome my new form with grace. I was all-knowing of her strength—yet uncertain of her beauty. 

Sharon Stone reveals she experienced nine miscarriages: ‘It is no small thing’

“Female health and wellness left to the care of the male ideology has become lax at best, ignorant in fact, and violently oppressive in effort.”

What a high-anxiety pregnancy taught me about supporting my son

"There is nothing you can do to stop it, but your mind over processes everything as if you were in slow motion."

To the woman deciding what to do after a traumatic pregnancy or birth

"I know how tremendously isolating this experience is and how many judgements, questions or opinions you have faced and will face."

Congress passes bipartisan gun control legislation

The bipartisan legislation will be the first significant gun control action in nearly 30 years.

Overturning Roe v. Wade is about so much more than abortion

I am weeping for all the women who have lost access to the care I received all those years ago.

ACOG condemns Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade

The organization has reiterated that access to safe abortion is an essential component to women's health care.

What now? How to get involved after the overturning of Roe v. Wade

Feeling helpless? Then it's time to get involved.

U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade—what happens now?

The U.S. Supreme Court has officially voted on the future of Roe v. Wade.

Let’s agree that new moms shouldn’t be expected to send thank you notes

The real gift lies in letting a new mom know that it’s okay to shed outdated and unrealistic expectations put on moms. 

Meghan Markle sends supportive note and snacks to volunteers and staff @MomsDemand

"Donuts, bagels w/the works, coffee, cookies, etc… Delicious and appreciated."

10 everyday wardrobe staples you need from the too-good-to-be-true Richer Poorer Warehouse Sale

With items as low as $5 and prices up to 70% off, you can't afford not to shop this one.

‘Critical’ TRIUMPH for New Moms Act moves one step closer to becoming law

The bill recently passed in the House and now moves on to the Senate.

‘Selling Sunset’ star Maya Vander shares she had a miscarriage 6 months after son’s stillbirth

"Trying to get back to reality, life and maintain normalcy is not easy after a loss."

CMV is a highly common cause of birth defects—but you’ve probably never heard of it

A baby is born with CMV infection every 30 minutes.

To my children: What I want you to remember about me when I’m gone

However much I would like to, I cannot stop time from slowly robbing us of these precious years. And when I look back, I want them to remind me of happiness—not hardship.

Soleil Moon Frye on the joys of big families and her public health activism

The 7 best babymoons, according to travel experts

There are tons of reasons to take a babymoon: it’s a chance to recharge, unplug and savor your time before baby arrives.

10 wellness books that help toddlers deal with big emotions

Your little ones have big feelings, and these books are full of simple self-soothing and coping skills they’ll use now and for years to come.

Kim Kardashian hilariously scolds her sons during interview with Jimmy Fallon

"Guys…you gotta go."