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Are your favorite baby names going out of style in 2021?

According to new data, old-fashioned names are in, but probably not the ones you're thinking.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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Kara Keough Bosworth shares moving side-by-side photos of her late son and newborn baby

The former "Housewives of Orange County'" star gave birth to a baby boy almost a year after losing her newborn son.

Updated Jan. 10, 2022
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It’s true—you can get pregnant if you’re already pregnant

Just when you thought pregnancy couldn't be more fascinating...

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

35 magical baby names for your little enchanter

Add a little bibbidi-bobbidi-boo to your baby's name.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Another gender reveal gone wrong—is it time to finally retire this trend?

Two people died when a plane taking part in a gender reveal crashed in Mexico.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Chrissy Teigen is honoring the memory of baby Jack in the most beautiful way

"He was real and he was real to us and we loved him," the mama said of the baby she lost.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

A new study shows the devastating impact of the pandemic on pregnancies and babies

A new review of data from more than 17 countries found a big increase in stillbirths and maternal deaths.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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These 6 pregnancy complications could raise your risk for heart disease later in life

The American Heart Association wants more heart health screenings as part of postpartum care.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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After a 15-hour labor while wearing a mask, Camilla Luddington says she felt “claustrophobic”

The "Grey's Anatomy" actress said she feels a bond with other mothers who had similar experiences.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
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These adorable photos of a NICU baby prom will absolutely melt your heart

The NICU pulled out all the stops with a tiny tux, itty-bitty dresses, and baby-sized corsages!

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Postpartum OCD may be more common among new moms than we realized

Experts say it's often driven by worries about things that may happen to their newborns.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Are hysterectomies overused when it comes to treating postpartum bleeding?

Researchers say there's a less invasive, underused procedure that doctors should consider instead.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022

Is it postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety? How to tell the difference between them

In recent years, postpartum mood disorders have (rightly) gotten a lot more…

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
Barbara Higgins holding newborn son in the hospital

This rockstar mama gave birth at 57

The New Hampshire woman was weightlifting until the day she went into labor!

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

This year’s celebrity babies have the coolest names

You're definitely going to want to steal these baby names.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022
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40 baby names for the little fireballs born during Aries season

A fire sign, Aries are confident, courageous and thrive in areas of leadership.

Updated Mar. 16, 2023

30+ baby names inspired by famous mothers

In honor of Women's History month, look to an iconic mom for a baby name.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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