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Pregnancy

Pregnant? We’re here for you, mama. From pregnancy nutrition to birth prep, we’ve got expert advice and essays from other moms who’ve been there.

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High blood pressure in pregnancy may be rising—especially among Millennial and Gen Z moms

Because pregnancy taxes the heart and circulatory system, the correlation is a reminder to pay attention to heart health

Updated Nov. 07, 2022
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Everything you need to know about popular baby names—and if it’s the right choice for you

Name trends come and go but there are some reasons why choosing a popular baby name may or may not be right for you.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

As an ‘experienced mom,’ this is my best advice for creating a baby registry

Many sweet milestones are in the not too distant future. It helps to prepare now!

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

20 tried-and-true products to prioritize on your baby registry

Real parents back these products up with glowing reviews.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

Target’s Year of Benefits makes starting a baby registry even better

We're talking about months and months of perks!

Updated Jan. 09, 2023
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Could at-home ultrasounds soon be part of prenatal care?

Having the ability to do your own ultrasounds at home means you could take immediate action when those all-too-common pregnancy fears strike.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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Planning a baby shower? You’ll want to check out these TikTok baby shower games 

Looking for coed baby shower games? Never fear: TikTok is here to help. 

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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Pregnant? This TikTok shows you the 6 Amazon pregnancy products you must add to cart immediately

TikToker @whitnayyandeverly says she used these finds for both of her pregnancies.

Updated Jul. 13, 2022
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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.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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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.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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How to choose a baby name: A new parent’s guide to baby names

This baby name guide will help you figure out how to choose a baby name that’s as perfect as that little bundle you’ll soon be holding. 

Updated Aug. 29, 2024
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Popular travel-inspired baby names

Go around the world with these iconic baby names

Updated Jun. 20, 2022
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Choosing your baby’s last name: From hyphenated names to maiden middle names

While parenting involves so many firsts, one of your very first big decisions as parents-to-be is what to name your baby. While there have been many (many!) articles written about your baby’s first name, few have really tackled how couples decide on their child’s last name.

Updated Jun. 27, 2022
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We may be able to detect gestational diabetes earlier in pregnancy, study shows

Spotting the disorder sooner could improve outcomes before and after pregnancy.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024
Jane Baecher, CEO of Anya, and baby

What pregnant moms really need to register for? Way more postpartum support

“There were plenty of things I needed after giving birth, but none of them were on my registry.”

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
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