100 Things You Cannot Do When You’re Pregnant (Updated For 2023)
If sperm has gotten anywhere near your egg, then you know pregnancy is a drag. Some women claim that…
7 Pregnancy Trends That Need to Go Gently Into That Good Night
Pregnancy is a very cool thing, there’s no denying that. I mean, it’s AWFUL in so many ways. But…
Excessive Caffeine During Pregnancy Can Lead to Childhood Weight Gain, Says New Study
We all know that there are foods, drinks, and other things to avoid during pregnancy. It’s one of the…
Birth Interventions Can Negatively Impact a Child’s Long-Term Health, Says Study
We’ve talked before about birth interventions and their impact on maternal health. But a new study, believed to be…
The Science Behind Why Babies Do Somersaults in Your Belly Is Really Neat
One of the coolest (and weirdest!) parts of pregnancy is when the baby starts to move around. One day…
Taking a Hot Bath Burns as Many Calories as a 30-Minute Walk
Exercise is important, obviously. But so is self-care! When you only have time for one or the other, the…
Researchers Discover Link Between C-Sections, Gut Bacteria, and Childhood Obesity
Researchers have long believed that childhood obesity is linked to overweight or obese mothers. But a new study suggests…
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Postpartum Depression May Have Life-Long Impact on Mother-Child Relationships
We all know how serious postpartum depression can be for new moms. As many as 1 in 7 mom…
Is It Safe to Have Sex During Pregnancy?
There are plenty of things you have to change about your life when you get pregnant. Certain foods and…
Belly Masks Are Here to Help With Stretch Marks and That Dreaded Itchy Phase During Pregnancy
So, a little confession that may make everyone hate me: I didn’t get stretch marks during either of my…
Can You Take a Bubble Bath During Pregnancy? Please Say Yes, Please Say Yes!
If there’s one thing a pregnant woman is intimately familiar with, it’s exhaustion. And aches and pains. Also, sore…
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Pregnant Teen Body-Shamed for Having Small Baby Bump
We live in a world where body-shaming is almost second nature and that is not okay. Sometimes it’s so…
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Baby Advice Books Might Be Doing More Harm Than Good for Some Moms
Every new mom is gifted a baby advice book during her pregnancy. Or maybe she crowd sources for recommendations…
‘Our Birth Story’ Cartoons Show the Reality vs Expectations of Having a Baby
I had a birth plan with my second daughter. With my first, I was just confused by a lot…