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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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From maternity leave to #momboss: How to make the transition painless

How the experts say to enjoy + embrace the end of maternity leave.

Updated Dec. 15, 2021

They’re here! The year’s most popular baby names from around the world

Big risers in the Top 100 include Luna, Aria, Reggie, and Ezra.

Updated Jan. 08, 2022

How to Survive the Changing Seasons During Pregnancy

5 tips to create an indoor escape from unpredictable weather.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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6 things you need in your labor prep survival kit

These six items will get you through those last few weeks of pregnancy.

Updated Jun. 08, 2022
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Oh, baby! ❤️ These are 2016’s top baby names, in every state

The Social Security Administration breaks down baby name popularity by state.

Updated Dec. 10, 2021
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Prenatal depression is a thing—a very real, important thing

Britney Spears called attention to the condition in her recent pregnancy announcement. It’s time we all started talking about it.

Updated Apr. 11, 2022

Harvard researchers say this is the ideal parental leave policy

Let’s get rid of this “primary parent” notion from the get-go. ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

True or false? Cellphone use during pregnancy affects the baby

Researchers are finally getting to the bottom of it.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Eating for two in the third trimester

Nutritional needs for the final months of pregnancy.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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Motherhood doesn’t always start with pregnancy—just ask Kim Kardashian

The truth is we become mothers not through conception, pregnancy or even delivery.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

1 in 5 women with postpartum mood disorders don’t speak up—here’s how to help

Here’s what could have helped me when I was too anxious to seek help.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

8 Things That Will Happen to Your Belly During Pregnancy

The down and dirty about what's going on in your belly.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
Fashion Faux Pas During The Second Trimester

Fashion Faux Pas During The Second Trimester

Our stylist gives three tips on avoiding common fashion pitfalls for your growing bump.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

The real-life benefits of paternity leave—proven by Amazon

The success of Amazon’s policies demonstrate paternity leave is a win-win for families + businesses.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Seven Nights in the NICU

A mom reminisces on the nerve-wracking--and heart-warming--time she spent in the NICU.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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