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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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Colorado voters passed a paid family leave plan—because they could no longer wait for politicians to do it

They made history as the first state to pass paid family leave through a proposition instead of legislation.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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Chrissy Teigen got a tattoo to honour the child she lost

The star is now sporting a tattoo to honor the memory of her son.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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Another Vanderpump Rules pregnancy proves that pregnancy can be contagious

Congratulations to Bravo's mamas-to-be. We can't wait to see who announces a pregnancy next.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

Chrissy Teigen opens up on losing her baby: ‘Our grief was so public’

"He just wouldn't survive this, and if it went on any longer, I might not either."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I remember this feeling—what it’s like to be pregnant the second time around

I know what to expect—and that's both a joy and a challenge.

Updated Jan. 04, 2023
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50+ new baby names of 2020 (that you probably haven’t heard of)

On the hunt for a fresh idea for your baby's name? Start here.

Updated Jan. 03, 2022
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This mom is going viral for running a 5:25 mile—at 9 months pregnant

Motherly spoke with a fast mama who is going mega-viral days before her due date.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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7 delicious recipes for mamas with gestational diabetes

What to eat when it eat feels like you can't eat anything.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

I had a miscarriage during quarantine and it was so lonely

Miscarriage is already a lonely process; you go from living for two to being back down to one. And no matter how much you're told it's "not your fault," you still feel like you failed.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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Celebrity moms are sharing stories of loss in support of Chrissy Teigen

How actress Kate Beckinsale & others are opening up to give other moms strength.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022

Chrissy Teigen sharing the devastating reality of pregnancy and child loss matters—here’s why

When a mother has a miscarriage or infant loss, our job is to cloak her in nurturing love and support.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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France wants to double their paid paternity leave—and make it mandatory

"When a baby arrives in the world, there is no reason it should be only the mom who takes care of it. It's important to have greater equality in sharing responsibilities," says President Emmanuel Macron.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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20 baby names that mean miracle—and will never go out of style

In these extraordinary times, we could all use some small miracles.

Updated May. 09, 2022
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What a pediatrician (and other experts) want mamas to know about the fourth trimester

We spoke to a pediatrician, doulas, a lactation consultant and nutritionist to get the lowdown.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
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