Pregnancy

There’s a moment in the new HBO Max documentary Expecting Amy where Amy Schumer is asked if she’s feeling resentful towards her pregnancy. Though it’s only 40 minutes into the three part series, Schumer’s already thrown up from what would later be…

When I first started building my baby registry, it felt a little like learning a new language. What was a bassinet? Why would I want a convertible car seat, or an infant car seat, or both? And those baby monitors — where do I even begin? Along the…

Recently, I discovered that nursing moms who are struggling with breastfeeding have started drinking lactation smoothies and shakes to boost their milk supply. Where was this magic when I was struggling to make enough milk for my babies? Seriously,…

When you first begin feeling your baby’s movements inside you, it’s truly amazing and you begin looking forward to more and more movement every day. There are even some things you can do to make your baby’s movements feel more pronounced, like…

Hard cheeses and charcuterie. Adult beverages. Sushi. Pregnancy is a special experience, but it’s not without sacrifice. And when it comes to summer fun, moms-to-be may want to think twice about jumping in the pool while pregnant. You can still swim…

Keeping up with all the dos and don’ts of pregnancy can be challenging, especially when it comes to taking vitamins. Doctors recommend taking one prenatal vitamin daily to ensure you and your baby are getting the proper nutritional support needed,…

Are privacy and concealment the same thing? According to one famous model, the answer is no. Gigi Hadid shut down claims she's hiding her pregnancy and her growing bump over the weekend. The model and soon-to-be-mom called out British Vogue Saturday…

Pregnancy is often uncomfortable, and any pregnant woman who tells you otherwise is either delusional or flat-out lying. That glow that people always talk about is usually hormones fluctuating. Acne can be a problem for some women during this time.…

While learning of a pregnancy can often be a pleasant surprise, a mom-to-be in the United Kingdom received an additional shock from her doctors. A woman carrying twins found out she has two uteruses, a condition called uterus didelphys, with one…

When you’re super pregnant with the end in sight, it’s pretty normal to want to not be pregnant anymore — especially in the summer months. There are few things worse than being super pregnant in the summer heat, but a pool helps. Even better is…

Suffering a miscarriage is one of the worst things a woman can face. The loss of a baby can bring about a range of emotions, and for some women, the hormonal changes can be challenging, too. After all, your body was preparing for pregnancy and now…

There's nothing quite like telling your friends and family that you're expecting. Thanks to social media, expectant parents can announce their big news to their entire network with just a few hashtags and clicks. From funny and silly to sappy and…

Dreaming that you're pregnant can be alarming if having a baby isn't part of your immediate plans, but bump-centric dreams aren't necessarily what they seem. Whether you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, are pregnant, or are so totally done…

Having a baby is exciting, but it's also nerve-racking. Thankfully, toward the end of your pregnancy, you'll start to notice signs that labor and delivery are right around the corner. One of those signs is a thinning cervix, which indicates that…

Summertime is here, and if you're pregnant, that can potentially mean misery. I don't envy the woman who is pregnant in this summer heat. But you can definitely stay cool in the pool, and one of these 15 maternity swimsuits under $50 will ensure you…

As your due date approaches, the number of exams you experience will increase. They're annoying, sure, but they also ensure your labor and delivery goes as smooth as possible by checking for potential issues. For example, there are more than a few…

Summer means popsicles and picnics, but for pregnant women in particular, it also means being constantly way too hot. There’s only so much time you can spend sticking your face in the freezer or shivering in an overly air-conditioned room (read:…

When you’re pregnant, you can expect to experience a slew of new sensations — and most of them happen in your nether regions. Waking up every half hour to pee? Well, that's a great way to prep for the sleep deprivation you're going to experience in…

Toward the end of your pregnancy, it's natural to feel a bit anxious and impatient. Especially if, like me, you're so ready to have your baby and leave that whole pregnancy thing behind you. So if you're sitting there, bloated and uncomfortable,…