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.

Top 20 baby names in British Columbia for 2017

Top 20 baby names in British Columbia for 2017

The western province of British Columbia kept it pretty classic this year with their list of top baby names.

Katie Dupuis

Prince William and Kate Middleton announce the royal baby's name

Prince William and Kate Middleton announce the royal baby's name

The royal baby's name has been announced—and he's been named after his dad and big brother. Plus, Prince William gives an update on how his son is doing.

Alyssa Ashton

I told everyone I was pregnant at just 8 weeks—and I don’t regret it

I told everyone I was pregnant at just 8 weeks—and I don’t regret it

Most of us are warned to follow the 12-week rule for announcing a pregnancy in case something goes wrong. But sometimes it’s best to just be an open book.

Brianna Dawe as told to Vanessa Milne

10 life-altering lessons I learned during pregnancy—a guy’s perspective

10 life-altering lessons I learned during pregnancy—a guy’s perspective

Marquis Murray

Is this really the best baby shower gift ever?

Is this really the best baby shower gift ever?

One baby shower guest came up with the best gift ever, and this mom wants to pass it on to other moms-to-be.

Pooja Miglani

This mom-to-be just got the coolest nail art to celebrate her pregnancy

This mom-to-be just got the coolest nail art to celebrate her pregnancy

All the moms will want to get this painted on their own nails ASAP.

Kevin John Siazon

When will I start showing?

When will I start showing?

If you’re pregnant and on baby-bump watch, know this: There are clues to help you figure out when you will start to show.

Holly Pevzner

6 Best Baby Registries

6 Best Baby Registries

You want to make sure you get everything your new baby needs, so you'll need to register right. Here's the best baby registries (both websites and stores).

Holly Pevzner

This is why you shouldn’t take too many antacids during pregnancy

Pregnancy health

This is why you shouldn’t take too many antacids during pregnancy

I had no idea what caused my frightening symptoms. Then I put it all together—I was overdoing antacids.

Claire Abittan

How to combine breastfeeding and bottle feeding

How to combine breastfeeding and bottle feeding

Supplementing with formula doesn't have to lead to the end of breastfeeding.

Teresa Pitman

Can you guess which male baby names are now more popular with girls?

Can you guess which male baby names are now more popular with girls?

Traditionally gendered names have been skewing more gender-neutral according to recent baby name data. Can you guess which names made the move?

Kevin John Siazon

6 stylish maternity jeans put to the test by real moms

6 stylish maternity jeans put to the test by real moms

We gathered six popular brands of maternity jeans and tested them for fit, comfort, style and value. We tallied the scores—check out which brand won!

Today's Parent

Top 18 baby names in the Northwest Territories for 2017

Top 18 baby names in the Northwest Territories for 2017

We love the mix of old favourites and wonderful newcomers on these lists of baby names—Brielle and Jace are unique additions to the mix.

Katie Dupuis

How prenatal counselling can help you through pregnancy

Pregnancy health

How prenatal counselling can help you through pregnancy

Whether you’re anxious about childbirth or trying to love your bump, here’s how prenatal counselling can help you handle whatever pregnancy throws at you.

Amy Green

17 Cute Celestial Baby Names

17 Cute Celestial Baby Names

It's not a bad idea to look to the stars when it comes time to choose your baby's name. Celestial baby monikers are out of this world.

Amy Valm

6 maternity jeans put to the test by pregnant moms

6 maternity jeans put to the test by pregnant moms

You're going to be wearing your maternity jeans a lot, so we had three pregnant women put them to the test to find the best maternity jeans.

Today's Parent

6 things I wish I’d known before getting pregnant

6 things I wish I’d known before getting pregnant

Pregnancy is one of those life events for which no one can adequately prepare you. Here are some of the things I wished I knew going into mommyhood.

Bee Quammie

9 ways to deal with back labour

9 ways to deal with back labour

Let's be real, labour hurts! But some women have an exceptionally more painful experience—back labour. Here’s how to ease the pain.

Erin Phelan

What is placenta accreta?

Pregnancy health

What is placenta accreta?

Placenta accreta is a serious pregnancy complication that affects many women. Here’s what you need to know about recognizing and treating the condition.

Alex Mlynek

My first pregnancy was so traumatic, I thought I’d never do it again

My first pregnancy was so traumatic, I thought I’d never do it again

I was on bed rest for four months and felt anxious, frustrated and terrified. Once the twins arrived, I thought our family was complete. Then this happened.

Lindsay Smith