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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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Britney Spears was tormented for being postpartum, full stop

She was a vulnerable new mama struggling with her mental health, and society left her to the wolves.

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I’m married. I’m a mother. I had an abortion in Texas.

Abortion looks different for everyone but collective trauma is real.

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Yes, it’s possible to get pregnant again soon after giving birth

Morgan Stewart recently announced that she's pregnant with her second child less than 7 months after giving birth to her first. Here's what you need to know about having kids so close together.

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9 stretch mark creams that will soothe your growing belly

Pregnancy is a great time to get into the habit of giving your skin a little extra love on the daily.

“I was not ready”—This mom’s honest post about maternity leave is so relatable

"As a majority income source for our family, I was forced to suck it up, put on a smile, and get back to work."

Ballerina mom Ingrid Silva danced her way through her pregnancy

Watch our conversation with the new mama and ballet legend.

How do I find the right sperm donor?

Queer midwives Marea Goodman and Ray Rachlin walk through the pros and cons of choosing a sperm donor to start your family.

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Here’s why you still look pregnant after birth

This video uses fruit to show how the uterus changes in size…

73 baby names that mean water, ocean, river and more

And ocean and river—names that reflect Mother Nature's greatest gifts.

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8 signs of ovulation: How to find your most fertile days

How do you know when your fertile days are? By charting your cycles and watching for signs of ovulation.

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August Baby Names: 20 Favorites

Inspiration from some of the sweetest baby names.

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This mama reminds us that becoming a mother is the birth of a human AND a new woman

"You go from the highest your hormones will ever be in your life to the lowest all in one swift moment."

55+ baby names that mean happy for your little bundle of joy

It's a joyful time, so, of course, you'll need a happy baby name!

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60+ Virgo zodiac baby names for August & September babies

Those born under the Virgo sign are hardworking, kind and loyal.

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