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4 lies I believed about morning sickness—before I had it myself

If you've never had morning sickness before, here's the DL on what it's really like.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
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50 cute names for baby girls that start with “K”

Whether your girl is kooky, kind, kitschy, or keen, we have a K baby name for her!

Updated Sep. 13, 2022
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I learned to ask for what I needed at work—and ended up being hired while in labor

Pregnant with baby #2, Facebook offered her a job hours before she gave birth.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

The White House has addressed Black maternal health—and it’s about time

"Black women in our country are facing a maternal health crisis," said Vice President Kamala Harris.

Updated Dec. 08, 2022

This mom was pregnant with twins and her doctor dismissed her pain. Only one baby survived.

"I said, 'I just felt him kick, I just felt him. I don't understand, how is this possible?' I was inconsolable."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Can you get a tattoo while pregnant? Here’s everything you need to know

Tattoos are like babies: They are worth the wait.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s true—you can get pregnant if you’re already pregnant

Just when you thought pregnancy couldn't be more fascinating...

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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Vitamin C skincare that keeps you glowing through pregnancy and postpartum

Everything you need to know about vitamin C skincare and 5 products we love for pregnancy and beyond.

Updated Aug. 22, 2022
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Utah dads are now legally required to pay prenatal child support

Biological fathers in Utah will be legally required to pay half of their pregnant partner's out-of-pocket costs.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Prenatal depression does not make you ‘ungrateful’

It is not fair and it is not your fault.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

A new study shows the devastating impact of the pandemic on pregnancies and babies

A new review of data from more than 17 countries found a big increase in stillbirths and maternal deaths.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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These 6 pregnancy complications could raise your risk for heart disease later in life

The American Heart Association wants more heart health screenings as part of postpartum care.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
Ellie Goulding

Why Ellie Goulding waited until her last trimester to announce her pregnancy

The singer is so close to becoming a mama — and here's why she decided to keep her exciting news to herself for most of her pregnancy.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Lea Michele gets real about her pregnancy: “It was the lowest I’ve been in my entire life”

It just goes to show: You never know how anyone's path to parenthood truly unfolded.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

10 foods to avoid during pregnancy (and why)

While you start increasing the amount of nourishing foods in your diet, you may also want to consider cutting some foods out.

Updated Nov. 15, 2022
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This rockstar mama gave birth at 57

The New Hampshire woman was weightlifting until the day she went into labor!

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
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This image of a pregnant CEO at work is so powerful for what it represents

"I want every little girl—every child, really—out there to know this is what a venture-backed CEO . . . looks like."

Updated Jan. 18, 2022

You don’t need a whole new maternity wardrobe, says Hatch Collection’s founder—you just need these basics

We chatted with Ariane Goldman about what's essential, where to splurge and the one rule you can totally break.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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