Pregnancy

Everything you need to know about your pregnancy: what to expect week by week, tips for baby names and baby shower planning, pregnancy health, and more.

Matrescence: How Motherhood Changes Everything

Matrescence: How Motherhood Changes Everything

Author and doula Jessie Harrold shares four things she wishes everyone knew about becoming a mother.

Jessie Harrold

Bleeding Gums are Common But Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Bleeding Gums are Common But Shouldn’t Be Ignored

What you need to know about oral hygiene and gum health.

Today's Parent

What You Need to Know About Fetal Movement Monitoring

What You Need to Know About Fetal Movement Monitoring

To combat misinformation and prevent stillbirths, advocates explain kick counting’s benefits.

Alina Jaffer

Postpartum Checklist: Everything You Need for Your Postpartum Period

Postpartum care

Postpartum Checklist: Everything You Need for Your Postpartum Period

Postpartum is not easy. We’re here to help you prepare for all the physical (and mental) changes you’ll experience and create a comfortable home environment.

Courtney Leiva

Miscarriage Causes: Factors That Increase the Risk

Miscarriage Causes: Factors That Increase the Risk

We want you to have a healthy baby. Here are some things to be mindful of throughout your pregnancy.

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Subchronic Bleeding: What You Need to Know

Subchronic Bleeding: What You Need to Know

Bleeding during your first few months of pregnancy? Before you panic, give this a read.

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Implantation Cramps: Symptoms and Timing

Implantation Cramps: Symptoms and Timing

Cramping around the expected time of your period? If pregnancy is a possibility, that could actually be the cause.

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Vaginal Discharge: Symptoms and Treatment

Vaginal Discharge: Symptoms and Treatment

In a sticky situation? Don't worry, we can help you out with this one.

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Understanding Pregnancy Spotting: Causes, Concerns and Care

Understanding Pregnancy Spotting: Causes, Concerns and Care

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

92-Year-Old Woman Pregnant: Strange but True

92-Year-Old Woman Pregnant: Strange but True

All about the rare occurrence is a condition called Lithopedion, affectionately known as a “stone baby.”

Courtney Leiva

Baby Name Apps—Our Top Picks

Baby Name Apps—Our Top Picks

In need of some baby-name inspiration? There’s an app for that!

Grace Draznin

Cramping 10 Weeks Pregnant: Normal or Concerning?

Cramping 10 Weeks Pregnant: Normal or Concerning?

While mild cramps are common in the initial four weeks of pregnancy, they can intensify in week 10 and until your due date arrives.

Courtney Leiva

Preterm Birth: How a Test Can Predict If You’re At Risk

Preterm Birth: How a Test Can Predict If You’re At Risk

Dr. Barbi Phelps-Sandall

Pregnancy Bleeding: Causes, Concerns and Care

Pregnancy Bleeding: Causes, Concerns and Care

Bleeding during pregnancy can be totally normal, but it can also indicate a problem. Here is everything you need to know.

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Effective Breech Baby Sleeping Positions To Help Baby Turn

Effective Breech Baby Sleeping Positions To Help Baby Turn

Information to help you turn your breech baby while still getting a restful sleep.

Courtney Leiva

The Best Protein Shakes During Pregnancy

The Best Protein Shakes During Pregnancy

Courtney Leiva

Are Ozempic Babies Really a Thing?

Are Ozempic Babies Really a Thing?

Karen Robock

Gifts New Moms Secretly Want (but won’t ask for)

Postpartum care

Gifts New Moms Secretly Want (but won’t ask for)

We found all the best gifts new moms want but won't actually ask for—and they're more practical than you might think.

Amy Valm

What is Gestational Hypertension? Risks, Symptoms and Management

What is Gestational Hypertension? Risks, Symptoms and Management

Gestational hypertension is a pregnancy concern that left untreated can affect the health of you and your baby. Learn the signs and how to protect yourself.

Risa Kerslake

When Can Your Partner Feel Your Baby Move? A Parent's Guide

When Can Your Partner Feel Your Baby Move? A Parent's Guide

When your partner should feel these tiny kicks and flutters, and why it’s important to monitor fetal movement carefully until your due date arrives.

Courtney Leiva