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.

Ever since my first son was stillborn, I don’t trust my body

Ever since my first son was stillborn, I don’t trust my body

Now in my third pregnancy, I’ve never felt carefree or had that elusive “glow.” What if I make it through without enjoying it only to lose this baby, too?

Daniela Payne

#ThisIsMyLife: 8 things NOT to say to a woman in labour

#ThisIsMyLife: 8 things NOT to say to a woman in labour

Stop talking. Please, just stop.

Leah Rumack

New guidelines encourage fewer medical interventions in low-risk pregnancies

New guidelines encourage fewer medical interventions in low-risk pregnancies

New U.S. guidelines advise doctors to avoid early hospital admittance and unnecessary medical interventions for women with low-risk pregnancies.

Jill Buchner

How to relieve Braxton-Hicks contractions

How to relieve Braxton-Hicks contractions

Are you experiencing painful "practice" contractions? Read on for helpful tips on easing Braxton-Hicks contractions at home.

Today's Parent

Could taking Aspirin help you get pregnant?

Could taking Aspirin help you get pregnant?

A new study suggests taking baby Aspirin could increase the chance of having a baby among women who have systemic inflammation.

Jill Buchner

11 baby names inspired by literature

11 baby names inspired by literature

Looking for the perfect name for your future bookworm? We've rounded up the sweetest baby names from classic books and plays.

Alyssa Ashton

This mom created preemie milestone cards and they're adorable

This mom created preemie milestone cards and they're adorable

Designed like other baby cards, these preemie milestone cards were made to help parents in the NICU celebrate their little one's tiny victories.

Emily Rivas

The aftermath of infertility

The aftermath of infertility

Amy Jo Burns

Implantation bleeding: signs, symptoms and what it means

Getting pregnant

Implantation bleeding: signs, symptoms and what it means

About a third of women experience implantation bleeding in the first few weeks of pregnancy. Here's what it's like—and whether you should worry.

Claire Gagne

8 baby names meaning beautiful

8 baby names meaning beautiful

Are you looking for a meaningful name for your little one? Check out these baby boy and girl names that all mean beautiful.

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Your postpartum body—what to expect

Postpartum care

Your postpartum body—what to expect

Your body changes a lot during pregnancy. But it also changes in the hours and days after you give birth. Here's what to expect with your postpartum body.

Teresa Pitman

Cool or scary? This video of an unborn baby is fascinating

Cool or scary? This video of an unborn baby is fascinating

A new, high-tech MRI scan captures amazing video footage of an unborn baby having a dance party inside the womb.

Juliana Bannon

7 best pregnancy apps

7 best pregnancy apps

Congratulations! You're pregnant. Download one of these pregnancy apps to track your baby's health, document your bump and keep you informed week by week.

Lissa Coe

Why are we choosing such ridiculous baby names?

Why are we choosing such ridiculous baby names?

From acronyms to inside jokes, the unique baby name trend has gone too far.

Karen Pinchin

Attention pregnant women! You might want to stay away from this candy...

Attention pregnant women! You might want to stay away from this candy...

A new study says this bittersweet treat can have negative long-term effects on the development of the fetus when consumed while pregnant.

Emily Rivas

13 baby shower gifts you probably never thought of

13 baby shower gifts you probably never thought of

Burp cloths and onesies are typical baby shower gifts, but we've dug a little deeper to find out what the mom-to-be really needs.

Amy Valm

11 royal-inspired baby names

11 royal-inspired baby names

Is your baby born to rule? Then check out these adorable and royal-inspired baby names.

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Oh, baby! The hottest baby names for 2017 are...

Oh, baby! The hottest baby names for 2017 are...

Are you looking for a unique name for your bundle of joy? We can help. We have Nameberry's list of names that are gaining the most popularity this year.

Juliana Bannon

10 Disney-inspired baby names

10 Disney-inspired baby names

"Wish I could be, part of that world." Take baby name inspiration from your favourite Disney princes, princesses and crabs!

Today's Parent

#ThisIsMyLife: Super-pregnant sex

#ThisIsMyLife: Super-pregnant sex

Leah Rumack