Pregnancy

Carrie Underwood says her second pregnancy is harder than she expected

And many second-time mamas can relate.

Why I told more people about my miscarriage than my pregnancy

As many as one in four women trying to get pregnant will have a miscarriage—and yet I had no idea it was that common. You don't hear much about miscarriages until it happens to you or someone close enough who may share it with you.

5 ways to prepare your body for labor—from strength training to meditation

Practice in self-awareness and strength will aid you to confidently work with your body during labor and to heal efficiently postpartum.

You no longer have to delay early pushing during labor, says new study

The study of 2,400 first-time mothers found there was no difference in eventual C-section rates between women who pushed early or waited an hour.

*This* is the trendiest baby name in U.S. history

And it may just surprise you.

Is cold medicine safe during pregnancy? 5 natural remedies to try instead

Our guide to navigating the cold season with a baby on board.

To the very pregnant mama: You WILL sleep again

One day soon, heartburn will be a thing of the past and you will no longer need the giant box of TUMS you keep within arm's reach.

These are the 20 most popular baby names in the U.S. and England

We can agree on Arlo, but not Alfie.

To the pregnant mama chasing her toddler: I see you

Sometimes this in-between place, this before baby #2 place, can feel scary because just so much unknown looms before you. But believe me when I say, you've got this.

James Van Der Beek shares powerful message about miscarriages

And why we need to use our words carefully.

Serena is an important role model, but Naomi Osaka will be important to my daughter

Osaka's win doesn't diminish William's legacy, but it will inspire mixed-race children everywhere.

Simple breathing exercises to prepare your body for labor + delivery

Practice passive diaphragmatic breathing.

Who was in your delivery room? 14 moms share their birth experiences

We asked and you answered.

Pregnancy is hard—but also so life-changing I wish you could experience it too

Because the physical changes are just a tiny part of what's going on inside of me. They are a constant reminder that my entire life—my entire identity—is about to change too.

55 skills that can be turned into a side hustle

This resulting list is hopefully just a starting point—take a look!

This test may help find the cause of many miscarriages

Testing for chromosomal abnormalities tells doctors what's going on with the chromosomes inside cells, both within the parents as well as in the embryos or miscarried tissue itself.

My birth experience traumatized me, and now I’m not sure if I want another baby

So I'm giving myself grace. I'm letting my mind and body heal for however long it takes.

Cells can age up to two years faster during pregnancy, says study

But the findings may not be permanent.

Khloe Kardashian says questions about breastfeeding & birth are off-limits for new moms—and we couldn’t agree more

There are some postpartum questions that are just too personal.

Pregnant bodies aren’t yours to judge: ‘Just don’t comment,’ Rachel Platten says

She was reduced to tears by a well-meaning acquaintance.