Health

The 17 best period panties to save your pants, sheets and peace of mind

And they're not just for periods, mama.

Getting sober saved my motherhood (and my life)

I'm not trying to escape anymore. I'm here.

How often should you get a pap smear?

Keeping up with your pap smears can help prevent HPV and cervical cancer.

This grieving mama has some important advice for other parents

Food accounts for over 50% of all choking accidents; this is what you need to know to prevent them.

Watch this genius comfort hack that relieves painful pressure for pregnant women

Pregnant-belly lifting hack is going viral on TikTok for a * very * good reason.

How hot is *too* hot for baby to go outside?

Take these important steps to prevent heat-related illness in little ones.

9-year-old girl delivers her baby sister at home in incredible birth story

"It was fun. She looked really pretty," Aakayla said.

Quitting social media made me a better parent

I gave up social media to be a better parent. Now my kids and I are happier—and safer.

It’s Science: Babies know exactly what hugs from mama mean

Babies as young as four months old know what your hug means.

What is a midwife? Here’s how they’re different from OBs and doulas

Midwives act as advocates for pregnant people and can help you understand what's ahead.

Postpartum recovery is about so much more than weight loss

What if you could take a step back and figure out how to redefine new motherhood without focusing on weight loss postpartum? What if you took dieting out of the equation? How cou you best support yourself and be kind to yourself during this vulnerable time of transition in postpartum?

5 amazing things your baby is doing in your third trimester

Here are 5 things your astonishing little baby is up to during the 3rd trimester.

Yes, you’ll still need to wear a postpartum diaper after a C-section

Postpartum bleeding, or lochia, happens no matter how you gave birth.

A pep talk for pregnant mamas from a doula—you can do this

This is a historic moment. YOU are the women giving birth to babies born during a global pandemic. YOU are superheroes.

Swelling in pregnancy—why it happens and when to worry

Swelling, also called edema, in pregnancy is incredibly common—and usually not a cause for worry.

All children should be screened for heart-related issues, AAP says

No single test will detect every possible heart issue, so it's important to screen early and often.

How should I modify my workouts while pregnant?

According to a personal trainer.

10 real truths about the Fourth Trimester, mama

2. You are not going to enjoy every minute, and that's okay.

What your partner should know about the second trimester

Get ready for what most consider the most enjoyable trimester.

How to advocate for yourself at medical appointments

If you feel your voice isn't being heard or there is refusal to hear and answer your questions, it's time to get a new doctor.