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.
These emotional birth photos show why midwives are so important
As a younger mother—and especially as a Black mother—21-year-old Anya was very much at risk for having her voice silenced during her birth experience. Moms under 30 are more likely to report being mistreated or have their concerns ignored by medical providers while in labor, which can lead to deadly consequences. Black mothers are three to four times more likely to die during or after pregnancy or birth compared to white mothers. That's why Anya choose to have a midwife supported birth in a birth center.
Here’s what postpartum during a pandemic really calls for
Taking care of yourself is taking care of your baby.
The first quarantine pregnancy announcements are here—and they’re hilarious
"My parents did not stay 6 feet apart. "
‘Each of these names was someone’s baby,’ says Babynames.com
The site is going viral for a powerful message they currently have on their homepage.
My birth story: Life and loss in one pregnancy
Our maternal-fetal medicine doctor came in suddenly—and I knew that something was wrong.
This pre-packed hospital bag has everything I wish I packed for my birth 🙌
The Fully Prepared bag from Belly and Bag includes basically everything but the baby.
Mike Fisher opens up about the emotional moment Carrie Underwood told him about her pregnancy loss
For Fisher, letting himself grieve the loss and admit his emotions was key.
What you need to know about taking maternity leave during a global pandemic
We've made figuring out what protections, benefits and work leave you might be eligible for a little easier.
30 popular boy names & their meanings
These popular boys' names have enjoyed their spots in the top 30 for several years running.
This Texas mom gave birth to rare quadruplets during a pandemic
The last few months have been shocking for Jenny, who delivered four boys by C-section and has no history of multiples in her family.
The one lesson from birth class I actually used
I'm a labor and delivery nurse and *this* was new information to me!
I mourn the pregnancy experience I could have had
I miss the feeling of warm hugs from loved ones. I miss having friends and family members marvel at my growing belly. I miss having the shared emotional experience of pregnancy with other women.
Should I switch to a home birth during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Here are some key points to know when switching to an out-of-hospital birthing setting.
5 expert tips for healing your pelvic floor from birth (without leaving home)
The good news is that there are things to do from home to assist you in your physical rehabilitation from birth.
All the feels
How to survive + thrive with a 4-month-old baby.
The moment I became pregnant, I was a mother
Having a subsequent loss doesn't change that.
Melissa Rauch had to give birth while Facetiming her husband
The Big Bang Theory star shares her pandemic birth story.
7 best foods to boost your fertility
Changing your diet may increase your chances of getting pregnant.
These viral bump photos from the front lines share an important message
It's a perfect way to capture the dualism of pregnancy: This woman is both vulnerable and strong.
Delivering a baby during a pandemic turned out to be a blessing in disguise
This time, it was just my husband and me. The room was quiet. No chaos of visitors. The conversations were just between us. Just the two of us for the first time in six and a half years.