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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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We’re publishing the pregnancy book you deserve, mama

The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama: Redefining the Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Journe is here.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
Jennifer Garner and Kristen Bell eating

Everybody’s birth is different—just ask Jennifer Garner and Kristen Bell

Jennifer Garner described giving birth as "romantic" and Kristen Bell totally disagreed.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
Shawn Johnson East with her husband

Shawn Johnson East opens up about her previous loss before this pregnancy

"As soon as we did miscarry, I went through that whole phase of...it was almost like a postpartum depression," Shawn reveals.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
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I don’t feel like ‘me’ right now, but please love me anyway

I long to reconnect with you again. I long to put that stellar dress and heels back on. But I feel like leaky breasts are probably the least sexy thing, right?

Updated Apr. 05, 2023
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Gemstone-inspired baby names are becoming more popular for 2020

They've even been embraced for boys—Onyx was one of the fastest-rising boys' names in 2018.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

There’s a link between fathers’ alcohol consumption and higher rates of birth defects, says new study

Potential fathers should stop drinking alcohol six months before trying for a pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Sydney Leroux returns to pro soccer 3 months after giving birth

Leroux just showed the world that motherhood doesn't have to end an athlete's career. Mothers are strong.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023

This NFL player just took paternity leave (and he should not have to defend that choice)

Football player Jalen Ramsey should be applauded, not attacked, for taking leave.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Meditations for your fourth trimester

Inhale confidence and exhale doubt. You've got this, mama. And we're here to help.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

What went viral this week: Toddler BFFs & a teacher who gave birth at school

In an age when outrage and anger dominate online spaces, we fill this space with uplifting news each week.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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