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Pregnancy

The 5 stages of grief after a miscarriage—and how to deal with them

There are a chain of reactions that may occur in order for the healing to begin.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
baby wearing a big blue bow

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

The flu shot is safe for pregnant women and their babies, says study

The study reviewed records of more than 400,000 babies, from birth to six months.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

My birth story: I wanted an unmedicated birth but back labor changed my mind

I was strong. I was powerful. I was beautiful. I'd done it!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Christina Anstead’s important message for postpartum mamas: You need to be taken care of, too

"I always want to be the people pleaser in the family and make sure everyone knows how much I care about them—but in doing so I wasn't taking care of myself," shares Anstead.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This mama’s viral post is an honest example of why we need more parental leave

"I still have stitches and I'm still bleeding, an obvious sign that I have not yet recovered from delivering my baby, even six weeks later," shares Skrysak.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022

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

Postpartum recovery is hard—and we need to talk more about it

This is the truth, the reality of childbirth.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022

My birth story: Two weeks late in a birth center

I started to feel like a watched pot. #StillPregnant became my personal hashtag.

Updated Jan. 31, 2023

Blurred vision in pregnancy? What you need to know, mama

What causes it, and how to make it better.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

How to handle student loans while on maternity leave

Here are the options available to student loan borrowers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Here’s what to eat if you’re trying to get pregnant

Certain foods can either improve or weaken fertility and sperm quality.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy? Here’s what to know

Chiropractors locate areas of dysfunction in the spine and nervous system, and by addressing those areas, allow the body to heal.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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