Pregnancy

8 epidural myths that way too many women believe

8 epidural myths that way too many women believe

Saroo Sharda

What to do when your water breaks

What to do when your water breaks

Feeling a bit panicked about when your water will break—and if it will happen in public? Here's what you need to know about this common sign of labour.

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Why you shouldn’t shave down there before labour

Why you shouldn’t shave down there before labour

Once upon a time, hospitals shaved pregnant women before delivery. Now, shaving isn’t recommended at all. Here’s why.

Erin Silver

Does raspberry leaf tea induce labour?

Does raspberry leaf tea induce labour?

We asked the experts about claims that raspberry leaf tea, a popular herbal remedy, can help prepare women for an easier birth—and even start labour.

Claire Gagne

When is it safe to announce your pregnancy?

When is it safe to announce your pregnancy?

Some women wait until 12 weeks (or longer) to share the happy news, but you might choose to announce your pregnancy right away.

Holly Pevzner

Yes, I'm pregnant, but that doesn't mean my body is up for discussion

Yes, I'm pregnant, but that doesn't mean my body is up for discussion

Why is that some people lose all sense of boundaries when it comes to pregnant women?

Madeleine Deliee

The best way to burp a baby

The best way to burp a baby

Birth doula and childbirth educator Bianca Sprague shares her ideas about the best way to burp a baby. Watch this video to see how it's done.

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Instead of having a third baby, we went to Cuba!

Instead of having a third baby, we went to Cuba!

When my husband told me he didn't want another child I was crushed. How was I supposed to change his heart? How was he supposed to change mine?

Jen Schlumberger

Is it safe to use weed during pregnancy?

Pregnancy health

Is it safe to use weed during pregnancy?

Sure, weed might help with morning sickness, but experts warn that it could lead to poor pregnancy outcomes and long-term neurodevelopmental effects.

Raina Delisle

17 Signs Of Being Pregnant

17 Signs Of Being Pregnant

Are you wondering if you’re pregnant? We’ve rounded up the most common signs of being pregnant to see if it’s time to pee on that stick.

Natalie Locke Milne

Yes, it's safe to eat Brie when pregnant

Pregnancy health

Yes, it's safe to eat Brie when pregnant

There are many things you have to give up when pregnant, but Brie and other soft cheeses are back on the menu—if you follow this one rule to keep them safe.

Vanessa Milne

The best way to wear a baby carrier

The best way to wear a baby carrier

Watch this short how-to video featuring birth doula and childbirth educator Bianca Sprague's simple tips for the best way to wear a baby carrier.

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Women reveal the insensitive comments they've heard after a miscarriage

Women reveal the insensitive comments they've heard after a miscarriage

A miscarriage is heartbreaking—but people's comments about it shouldn't be. These women are trying to change the conversation about pregnancy loss.

Sarah Mariotti

Safe co-sleeping tips

Safe co-sleeping tips

If you feel that co-sleeping is the best option for you and your baby, be sure to watch this video for safe co-sleeping tips from birth doula and childbirth educator Bianca Sprague.

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100 years of the most popular baby names

100 years of the most popular baby names

Choosing a baby name can be daunting. Travel back in time and draw some inspiration from the most popular selections of the past 100 years.

Corinne Guirgis

5 things you should never say to a woman who's struggling to get pregnant

Trying to conceive

5 things you should never say to a woman who's struggling to get pregnant

One in every six women struggles with fertility. There's no right thing to say to someone having trouble getting pregnant but here are some things to avoid.

Erin Hershberg

This dad's reaction to his baby's gender reveal was all kinds of awkward

This dad's reaction to his baby's gender reveal was all kinds of awkward

Tell us how you really feel, Gordon.

Kevin John Siazon

How to make Mango Mojitos for adults and kids

How to make Mango Mojitos for adults and kids

We show you how to make virgin and alcoholic Mango Mojitos.

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How to make Pineapple Mojitos for adults and kids

How to make Pineapple Mojitos for adults and kids

Cocktail time—and mocktail time for the kids. We show you how to make virgin and alcoholic Pineapple Mojitos.

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Why pot is not safe when you're pregnant or breastfeeding

Pregnancy health

Why pot is not safe when you're pregnant or breastfeeding

The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada has released a clear message to moms and moms-to-be: Marijuana use is not safe if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Jill Buchner