Pregnancy

Being pregnant

Find out what you need to know about being pregnant, including common symptoms, how to manage your health, and what to expect week by week.

What you need to know about getting pregnant after 35

What you need to know about getting pregnant after 35

Geriatric pregnancy, or advanced maternal age, means having a baby when you're 35 or older. Here's what you need to know about the risks involved.

Kara Aaserud

We asked an 8-year-old named Archie for his thoughts on the royal baby name

We asked an 8-year-old named Archie for his thoughts on the royal baby name

"It's going to be a popular name now. It makes me happy, but also kind of sad, because I thought my name was special."

Lisa Fielding

Here’s why I think we all need to stop opening gifts at baby showers

Here’s why I think we all need to stop opening gifts at baby showers

I have absolutely nothing against feting the new parents and baby. But gift opening is a tradition that can be done away with.

Courtney Shea

5 things nobody tells you about how sex and your relationship might change during pregnancy

5 things nobody tells you about how sex and your relationship might change during pregnancy

For some women, even thinking about sex during pregnancy is a no-go, while other pregnant women say their hormones are in overdrive.

Today's Parent

10 organic baby products we love

10 organic baby products we love

Parents shouldn't have to go on a treasure hunt to find baby care products made with organic ingredients. Here are our some of our favourite brands.

Daniela Sosa Roque

19 baby names inspired by iconic Canadian places

19 baby names inspired by iconic Canadian places

The Great White North boasts so many iconic places that lend themselves to the cutest baby names! Here are 20 monikers inspired by Canada.

Kevin John Siazon

The Motherisk helpline saved me when I was pregnant—I can’t believe it’s gone

Pregnancy health

The Motherisk helpline saved me when I was pregnant—I can’t believe it’s gone

The sudden closure of the Motherisk helpline for pregnant and breastfeeding women is a step backward for Canadian women’s health and prenatal care.

Erin Pepler

What to expect at your first prenatal appointment

Pregnancy health

What to expect at your first prenatal appointment

You just took a pregnancy test and it’s positive. Now what? Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for your first prenatal visit.

Kate Daley

The dangers of a keto diet in pregnancy

The dangers of a keto diet in pregnancy

The keto diet is extremely carb-restricted, which isn’t good for you or your growing baby. A keto pregnancy is not the way to go.

Cara Rosenbloom

20 Baby Names that Mean Beautiful

20 Baby Names that Mean Beautiful

Are you looking for a meaningful moniker for your little one? Check out these baby boy and girl (and unisex!) names that mean beautiful.

Kevin John Siazon

15 Canadian-made baby products we're loving

15 Canadian-made baby products we're loving

When it comes to pricey baby gear, the urge to save can often trump buying local. But, here are 15 Canadian-made products that are worth the investment.

Daniela Sosa Roque

Here's how ultrasounds actually work

Pregnancy health

Here's how ultrasounds actually work

Ultrasounds are a common procedure in pregnancy. We look at how they work, if they're safe and why you should stay away from ‘keepsake’ ultrasound centres.

Bonnie Schiedel

Vegan pregnancy is safe if you do it right

Pregnancy health

Vegan pregnancy is safe if you do it right

Your vegan pregnancy diet should pay close attention to nutrients, supplements and meal plans. Here's what you need to know.

Cara Rosenbloom

Healthy pregnancy snacks for moms-to-be

Pregnancy health

Healthy pregnancy snacks for moms-to-be

You can satisfy your hunger and be healthy with great pregnancy snacks options that boost your calcium, iron, omega 3s, and ease your morning sickness.

Cara Rosenbloom

How the new Employment Insurance parental sharing benefit will work in Canada

How the new Employment Insurance parental sharing benefit will work in Canada

Canadian parents who share their leave are now eligible for extra time with their little ones through the EI parental sharing benefit. Here's how it works.

Jessica Pollack

How safe is it to take a hot bath when you're pregnant?

How safe is it to take a hot bath when you're pregnant?

A soak can be a soothing antidote to a stressful day or an achy body—especially when you're expecting—but is it OK to take a hot bath while pregnant?

Amy Valm

Why pregnant women start to see other pregnant women everywhere

Why pregnant women start to see other pregnant women everywhere

You're expecting a baby, and now you've started to see pregnant women everywhere you look. We asked the experts what’s going on.

Raina Delisle

How EI maternity benefits in Canada work

How EI maternity benefits in Canada work

There's lots to do before baby arrives—finish the nursery, pack your hospital bag and apply for EI. This is how EI maternity benefits work in Canada.

Lisa Kadane

20 Jewel And Gemstone-Inspired Baby Names

20 Jewel And Gemstone-Inspired Baby Names

Rich jewel tones are trending in home décor and fashion. The fad is inspiring parents to choose these unique gemstone baby names for their newborns, too.

Kat Armstrong

14 black and white baby products

14 black and white baby products

Welcoming a baby doesn’t mean your home has to look like a daycare. Check out these on-trend black and white baby gear products for nursery inspiration.

Ariel Brewster