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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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8 reasons why our stretch marks make us proud

Stretch marks remind us that we are miracle workers—that we created a human inside of our bodies. WHAT.

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What partners should know: the first trimester

While you’re not the star of the show in this pregnancy, you play an incredible supporting role.

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What partner should know: the third trimester

Now is the time for that final push (pun intended) to the day you will be holding your little baby.

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7 strategies to survive unpaid maternity leave

Don’t have paid maternity leave? Neither do most American women today. Here’s how to get through it.

5 Reasons You Should Meditate During Pregnancy

Moms-to-be can really benefit from a little zen.

The Day I Gave Birth Wasn’t The Best Day of My Life

Rethinking the way we talk about our baby's birth day.

Navigating the Cab Ride to the Hospital

6 tips to make your cab ride in labor as smooth as possible

Workout Tips For The First Trimester

Exercising the right way can make pregnancy symptoms go away.

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Baby gear trends to watch for in 2017

6 things you’ll see in the baby aisle next year.

Pregnancy After Miscarriage

Getting pregnant after a miscarriage is an emotional rollercoaster ride.

6 Ways You Can Induce Labor Naturally

From acupuncture to sex to drinking raspberry tea.

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Dear first trimester…

You make the sanest of women go completely insane. (But you’re so worth it.)

What’s A Midwife?

7 things you need to know about birthing with a midwife.

Pregnant with Twins

Fitness guru Kristin McGee reflects on the last days of her twin pregnancy.

The Myth of the Maternity Leave for the Entrepreneur

The Myth of the Maternity Leave for the Entrepreneur

5 things small business owners should know about maternity leave.

Best Gifts for Pregnancy

8 gift ideas for the pregnant gal in your life.

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Why you should strengthen your core *before* getting pregnant

The best time to learn about and connect to the pelvic floor muscles is ideally before pregnancy.

8 Maternity Sleepwear Essentials

8 Maternity Sleepwear Essentials

The nighttime nursing wear you've been asking for.

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