Pregnancy health

There's a buzzy retinol alternative that pregnant people can use

There's a buzzy retinol alternative that pregnant people can use

Not so fast, wrinkles! Bakuchiol is being touted as a gentle, plant-based alternative that's safe to use when you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Emily MacCulloch

What is Vaginal Discharge Like During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy health

What is Vaginal Discharge Like During Pregnancy?

Here’s the lowdown on pregnancy discharge: Why it happens, what it looks like, how to deal with it and when to get it checked by a doctor.

Bonnie Schiedel

Canadian experts say it’s still safe to take acetaminophen during pregnancy

Pregnancy health

Canadian experts say it’s still safe to take acetaminophen during pregnancy

The practice was called into question in September when scientists and doctors said that acetaminophen during pregnancy could alter fetal development.

Alex Mlynek

How to respond to ridiculous comments people make when you're pregnant

How to respond to ridiculous comments people make when you're pregnant

Pregnant people don't have energy for this! If you're feeling bombarded by people's judgment, birth stories and body commentary, here's how to clap back.

Rosemary Counter

Why everyone should get the flu shot—even babies and pregnant women

Why everyone should get the flu shot—even babies and pregnant women

What you need to know if you've never taken your family for flu shots before, including who should get it, whether it works and if you'll have to pay.

Emily Senger

Should you ask to be induced at 39 weeks pregnant?

Should you ask to be induced at 39 weeks pregnant?

A groundbreaking study shows that inducing labour at 39 weeks is better for mom and baby—but the debate is far from settled.

Claire Sibonney

Is getting rid of hospital nurseries unfair to new moms?

Is getting rid of hospital nurseries unfair to new moms?

“Rooming in” with your newborn is supposed to encourage breastfeeding, but it can also jeopardize maternal mental health.

Vanessa Milne

What’s the deal with blood clots during pregnancy?

Pregnancy health

What’s the deal with blood clots during pregnancy?

Lisa Kadane

Pregnant people may be eligible for the COVID vaccine earlier than we thought

Pregnant people may be eligible for the COVID vaccine earlier than we thought

In some provinces, being pregnant may move you closer to the front of the line for a COVID vaccine.

Vanessa Milne

4 ways your skin changes during pregnancy—and when to see a doc

Pregnancy health

4 ways your skin changes during pregnancy—and when to see a doc

Dr. Danny Guo

5 things I didn't know when I first got pregnant

5 things I didn't know when I first got pregnant

Tiffany Leigh

Can you get the COVID-19 vaccine if you're pregnant or breastfeeding?

Can you get the COVID-19 vaccine if you're pregnant or breastfeeding?

With a lack of clear guidelines, the COVID vaccine is particularly hard to navigate for pregnant and breastfeeding people. Here’s everything we know so far.

Ariel Brewster

What to expect if you get pregnant while you're still breastfeeding

What to expect if you get pregnant while you're still breastfeeding

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Louise Gleeson

15 weird pregnancy symptoms that are actually totally normal

15 weird pregnancy symptoms that are actually totally normal

Here are just a few of the many weird pregnancy symptoms you might experience before your little one arrives—and why you shouldn’t worry about them.

Diana Duong

These Are What the Stages of Labour Are REALLY Like, According to Two Doulas Who've Seen it All

These Are What the Stages of Labour Are REALLY Like, According to Two Doulas Who've Seen it All

From the very first contractions to the five (yes, five!) different stages of pushing, this is what you can expect as your labour progresses.

Natalia Hailes

What it’s like to have a fourth-degree tear—yup, right to your butt

What it’s like to have a fourth-degree tear—yup, right to your butt

Yes, it’s possible to tear straight through to your anal sphincter during childbirth. It’s not pretty, but here's how to deal.

Andrea Karr

This is how prenatal care is changing because of coronavirus—and possibly staying that way

This is how prenatal care is changing because of coronavirus—and possibly staying that way

Solo ultrasounds, prenatal classes on Zoom, and virtual doctors' appointments: this is how prenatal care has changed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ariel Brewster

5 reasons why the last few uncomfortable weeks of pregnancy are worth it

5 reasons why the last few uncomfortable weeks of pregnancy are worth it

Are you feeling totally "over" being pregnant? Knowing what's going on during weeks 37 to 40 (and beyond!) can help you hang in there.

Bonnie Schiedel

Which beauty products are safe to use during pregnancy?

Pregnancy health

Which beauty products are safe to use during pregnancy?

Wondering what beauty products are safe to use with baby on board? A breakdown of the most common pregnancy safe skincare ingredients.

Karen Robock

Everything you need to know about NIPT: non-invasive prenatal testing

Pregnancy health

Everything you need to know about NIPT: non-invasive prenatal testing

You’ve heard of NIPT or the Harmony test, but you’re not sure how much it costs, who gets it, and when. Here’s what you should know.

Rachel Heinrichs