Pregnancy

What egg retrieval is really like

Trying to conceive

What egg retrieval is really like

Of all the procedures I went through during in vitro fertilization treatment, egg retrieval was the most stressful. This is what it was like.

Sarah Kelsey

Top 20 baby names in Ontario for 2017

Top 20 baby names in Ontario for 2017

The results of Ontario's top baby names are out. You might be surprised to learn which monikers are making a comeback and why.

Katie Dupuis

Should you tell your kid they were an accident?

Should you tell your kid they were an accident?

Just because you didn’t plan your pregnancy doesn’t mean you don’t love your child just the same—but should you tell them?

Julia Seidl

"I'm constantly in pain and uncomfortable:" Whitney Port on the worst part of motherhood

"I'm constantly in pain and uncomfortable:" Whitney Port on the worst part of motherhood

In her first column, Whitney Port opens up about the biggest surprises (both good and bad!) that rocked her world since having her son Sonny.

Whitney Port, Flare

Best sleeping positions during pregnancy

Best sleeping positions during pregnancy

Did you know some sleeping positions are safer than others during pregnancy? Finding a comfy position can also help you snooze longer.

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5 fertility myths that are hurting your chances of getting pregnant

Trying to conceive

5 fertility myths that are hurting your chances of getting pregnant

We’re separating fact from fiction, when it comes to fertility issues and conception.

Karen Robock

How to manage pregnancy heartburn (including which foods to avoid)

Pregnancy health

How to manage pregnancy heartburn (including which foods to avoid)

Heartburn during pregnancy is uncomfortable, but generally isn’t serious. Here’s how to prevent heartburn—and how to treat it when you do get it.

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Learn to love your stretch marks—with glitter!

Learn to love your stretch marks—with glitter!

Stretch marks are common, but that doesn't make them easier to love. One artist is helping to change that—all with a little glitter.

Kevin John Siazon

5 common pregnancy cravings and how to make them healthier

Pregnancy health

5 common pregnancy cravings and how to make them healthier

Here's how to enjoy your pregnancy craving in a healthy way—plus some alternatives to common pregnancy cravings.

Cara Rosenbloom

Why pregnancy sends your sex-drive into overdrive

Why pregnancy sends your sex-drive into overdrive

Pregnancy sex drive: For some women, pregnancy is the lustiest time of their lives.

Lola Augustine Brown

How to treat your cold and flu while pregnant

How to treat your cold and flu while pregnant

Having the cold and flu while pregnant is the worst. What medications can you safely take?

Kathryn Hayward

Why you should just ignore comments about your pregnancy belly size

Why you should just ignore comments about your pregnancy belly size

Comments on your growing bump can lead to questions about what belly size and shape is normal or healthy.

Athena Tsavliris

14 fun facts about boobs

14 fun facts about boobs

Did you know breastmilk sprays out of as many as 20 openings in your nipple? Watch for more awesome facts about your boobs.

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Why are there so many September birthdays?

Why are there so many September birthdays?

You're not imagining it: there are more September birthdays. Why are there so many September babies?

Amy Valm

This labour-inducing pizza is helping pregnant women kickstart childbirth

This labour-inducing pizza is helping pregnant women kickstart childbirth

Pregnant, past your due date and ready to evict your womb-mate? Maybe it's time to give this labour-inducing pizza a try.

Kevin John Siazon

How to make Watermelon Sangria for adults and kids

How to make Watermelon Sangria for adults and kids

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

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The complete guide to pain management during labour

The complete guide to pain management during labour

Have no fear— our guide to pain management during labour details options from narcotics to acupuncture to help you make informed decisions for delivery day.

Kalli Anderson

Your Pregnancy: 13 Weeks

Pregnancy by week

Your Pregnancy: 13 Weeks

Welcome to your second trimester! At 13 weeks, your baby’s body has doubled in length since week 7, and he is as big as a large plum or a peach.

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Your Pregnancy: 14 Weeks

Pregnancy by week

Your Pregnancy: 14 Weeks

Congratulations, you’re officially into your second trimester! For many women (unfortunately, not all), week 14 means the end of morning sickness.

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Your Pregnancy: 15 Weeks

Pregnancy by week

Your Pregnancy: 15 Weeks

At 15 weeks, your baby about the size of your fist and just might be sucking his thumb. In fact, you may be able to see this in an ultrasound at this point.

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