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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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You’ve got this, mama: 15 empowering quotes on giving birth

"When you change the way you view birth, the way you birth will change."

Updated Oct. 12, 2022
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18 emotional photos of partners meeting their baby for the first time 😭

There's no feeling that compares to the moment you become a mama, but one that feels just as sweet is seeing your partner with your baby for the first time.

Updated Jun. 03, 2021
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20 June-themed baby names for your little June bug

These summer babies are super special.

Updated May. 28, 2024
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20 baby names that mean love for your little love bug

We're "crazy in love" with this list of love-inspired baby names.

Updated Jan. 24, 2023
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This mom was pressured to finish a work meeting—even after her water broke

This is just one example of how harmful 'hustle culture' can be toward pregnant workers.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
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What causes a false positive pregnancy test?

Though rare, false positives do happen. Here's what you need to know.

Updated Nov. 14, 2022
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8 pregnancy-safe products to add to your beauty routine

We asked Storq founders to give us their hot tips–and they delivered.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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20 May baby names that reflect strength and perseverance

A 2005 study of 30,000 participants showed that people born in May consider themselves luckier than their peers.

Updated Apr. 22, 2024

She gave birth while in a COVID-19 coma. What this mom wants you to know

When Monica Ramirez regained consciousness, she learned that her daughter was already two weeks old.

Updated Oct. 17, 2021
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50+ baby names for your little companions born during Gemini season

An air sign, Geminis are compassionate, expressive, and curious little beings.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Samira Wiley doesn’t have to explain her baby’s name to you

The actress and wife Lauren Morelli welcomed their daughter George Elizabeth last month.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Here are America’s most popular baby names

The Social Security Administration released the most popular baby names of 2020.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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16 maternity swimsuits you & your bump will rock all summer long

Who's going to be the cutest mama at the pool? You, that's who!

Updated Jun. 02, 2025

We demand paid family and medical leave in America

Nearly 200 businesses are urging Congress to create a national paid family and medical leave program. We're one of them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Here’s the ultimate hospital bag checklist for mom & baby

If you've been stressing over what you'll need for those long hours in the hospital when you give birth, we've got you.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021

When it comes to miscarriages, it’s time to stop telling women to ‘just try again’

A new paper suggests that miscarriages are poorly misunderstood—and the way medical professionals respond to them is part of the problem.

Updated Jan. 18, 2023
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