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A New Wave of Prenatal and Postnatal Vitamins Aims To Revamp Pregnancy Nutrition
OB/GYNs share the key benefits of prenatal vitamins for mom and baby's health, and sound off on the newest brands in the game.
A Routine Blood Test Could Predict the Risk of Postpartum Preeclampsia, Research Suggests
New research from the American Society of Anesthesiologists suggests a simple blood test could predict the risk of postpartum preeclampsia.
Latham Thomas Wants Every Mom to Have a Doula
Here’s what Latham Thomas wants the public to know about doulas, plus why plenty of people can benefit from this birth experience.
More Than 80% of Pregnant People Are Iron-Deficient by Third Trimester, New Study Finds
A new study finds most pregnant people are iron-deficient by the third trimester, even if they've taken iron pills. An OB/GYN weighs in.
‘Ballerina Farm’ Influencer Hannah Neeleman Eschews Epidurals. Don’t Let That Get to You
"Tradwife" influencers like Hannah Neeleman of Ballerina Farm are eschewing pain relief in childbirth, part of a larger epidural backlash.
I’m a Pregnant, Weight-Inclusive Dietitian, and This Is Why Weight Stigma in Prenatal Care Is So Harmful
A writer describes her experience dealing with weight stigma in prenatal care and how she navigates her pregnancy with a healthy mindset.
8 Reasons Why Your Mouth Is *Super* Dry While Pregnant—and How to Rehydrate Yourself ASAP
Discover why you get dry mouth during pregnancy, along with other oral health symptoms and relief tips, according to experts.
4 Surprising Ways Pregnancy Can Mess With Your Eyes, and What To Do About It
Discover the top reasons why vision changes in pregnancy happen, from hormones to dry eye and more. Learn doc-approved tips for eye relief.
Acupuncture During Pregnancy Is Safe for Many People. Here Are the Pregnancy Symptoms It Can Help With
An ob-gyn and licensed acupuncturist explain whether acupuncture during pregnancy is safe, the possible benefits, and who should avoid it.
Drinking Milk (Yes, Milk) Can Help Neutralize Pregnancy Indigestion—Along With These 6 Other Remedies
Explore the causes of indigestion during pregnancy, learn its triggers, and get effective relief tips that are safe for your baby.
12 Things a Doula Wants You To Know for a More Supported and Empowered Birth
Learn the top doula tips for having a more comfortable, supported, and empowered labor and birth, whether at home or in the hospital.
The Birthing Class Is Here to Educate and Empower New Parents Throughout Their Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Journey
Meet The Birthing Class, a new wellness site on a mission to be a one-stop resource for all things related to pregnancy and birth well-being.
Birth Trauma Can Have Surprising Effects on Your Mental *and* Physical Health
A writer shares her birth trauma story, how she healed, and the mental and physical effects a traumatic birth can have on parents.
When You’re Exercising While Pregnant, ‘Listening to Your Body’ Isn’t Always Enough
Here’s what I learned when the advice about listening to your body during pregnancy fell short while doing exercise.
Experiencing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome While Pregnant? Here’s How To Find Relief From This Surprising Pregnancy Symptom
Relieving carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy is all about reducing swelling in bodies flooded with extra fluid. Read six expert tips.
Medical Gaslighting Is a Pill Elaine Welteroth Says No One Should Have To Swallow
After experiencing medical gaslighting during pregnancy, journalist Elaine Welteroth speaks out against it, and shares what must change.
What Really Happens to Your Pelvic Floor During Pregnancy and Childbirth?
Learn about what happens to your pelvic floor during pregnancy and childbirth, directly from OB/GYNs and pelvic floor therapists.
Thinking of Getting Botox While Pregnant? Here’s What Doctors Want You To Know
Discover the best practices regarding Botox while pregnant, as well as during postpartum and while breastfeeding.
Here’s Why Your Back Might Hurt During Pregnancy, and What To Do About It
A growing belly can pull your spine out of whack. Try these exercises for back pain in pregnancy that provide relief and build strength.
Pregnant? Here’s Everything You Need To Know About the Glucose Tolerance Test
If you're pregnant and due for an oral glucose tolerance test, read this to learn what you need to know about it.
Is Spontaneous Labor Really Better Than Being Induced? Here’s What the Research Says
Considering an elective induction? Learn about the real labor induction risks, and what the research actually has to say.
Dental Care Is Prenatal Care—And a Gap Is Increasing Maternal Health Inequities
Learn about dental care during pregnancy, and why a gap in care is increasing maternal health inequities in marginalized communities.
The Best Non-Alcoholic Drinks To Sip During Pregnancy, According to a Nutritionist
Wine, beer, and spirits are typically off-limits for pregnant folks, but these non-alcoholic options are delicious and safe to drink.
Pregnant? Here’s How To Decide When To Tell Your Boss, Whether You’re In-Office or Remote
Here are the legal and psychological factors to consider in deciding when to tell your boss that you're pregnant, per experts.
Paid Leave After Pregnancy Loss Should Absolutely Be a National Mandate
Experts in pregnancy and postpartum care discuss the unique fallout of pregnancy loss and the need for paid pregnancy-loss leave.
There Are No Standards of Care for Pregnant People in Prison, and That Needs To Change
If you want to know what pregnancy care in prison is like, listen to Pamela Winn, a former inmate who was kept shackled during her pregnancy.
What Doctors Want You To Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine for Pregnant People
Doctors and epidemiologists weigh in on whether or not the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for pregnant women by answering common questions.
Baby Dove Launches ‘Black Birth Equity Fund’—Which Gives Pregnant Black People a One-Time Grant To Fund Doula Services
Baby Dove launched the "Black Birth Equity Fund" to provide pregnant Black individuals with $1,300 to cover the cost of doula services.
Kimberly Seals Allers Is Reclaiming Joy and Healing in Birth With the Birthright Podcast
The Birthright Podcast was created by Kimberly Seals Allers to highlight positive Black birthing experiences.
Can Stress Make Morning Sickness Worse?
We asked experts to tell us whether or not morning sickness can be made worse by stress and anxiousness, plus tips on how to manage it.
New Laws Make Family Planning More Accessible to the LGBTQ+ Community
Updates to family planning laws in New York make paid surrogacy legal and require insurance to cover fertility treatment for LGBTQ+ couples.
New Data Shows Maternal and Infant Mortality Rates in the U.S. Are Getting Worse—Here’s What Needs To Change
The 2020 March of Dimes report card graded the U.S. (and all 50 states) on the health of moms and babies. Here's why the results are so concerning.
OK, TMI: Why Does Pregnancy Make You So Freaking Constipated?
Two OB/GYNs share why constipation in pregnancy is so common and provide easy nutrition and lifestyle tips on how to put an end to it.
The 7 Most Important Nutrients To Eat During Pregnancy, According to a Top Dietitian
Registered dietitian Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, RD, talks about the most important nutrients during pregnancy in this eight minute video.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s Openness After the Loss of a Child Gives Space for Others To Grieve
As Chrissy Teigen grieves the loss of her baby boy, she opens the door for others to be more open about their own grief and pregnancy complications.
Is Shapewear During Pregnancy Safe? An OB/GYN Weighs In
The internet exploded over the launch of the Skims maternity shapewear line. But an OB/GYN says that shapewear for maternity can actually be beneficial.
What OB/GYNs Want You To Know About Caffeine and Pregnancy
There are many obstacles to studying the relationship between caffeine and pregnancy—here's how OB/GYNs want you to understand it.
New Database Explains If Your Medication Is Safe To Take During and After Pregnancy
This database from Motherfigure explains the science behind certain lactating- and pregnancy-safe medications—and which are off limits.
What Doctors Want You To Know About Pregnancy and COVID-19
There's a lot we don't yet fully understand about COVID-19, including how it might impact a person's pregnancy. Here's what doctors want you to know.
Months Into The Pandemic, Here’s What Giving Birth Looks Like Now
More than four months into the pandemic, COVID-19 cases are rising faster than before. So what does that mean for 2020 pregnancies and beyond?
Pregnant and Lactating Women in the U.S. Will Have Official Dietary Guidelines For the First Time Ever
For the first time ever, there will be U.S. dietary guidelines for pregnant women and lactating women. Here's why this is an important step forward.
COVID-19 may force me and hundreds of other mothers to give birth alone
New York City hospitals are trying to restrict labor and delivery visitors due to COVID-19 fears. One expectant mom shares how that may affect her birth.
Why foods and supplements for lactation aren’t always the best solution for breastfeeding moms
If you're trying to breastfeed, foods for lactation seem like an easy fix. But experts say that it's not always clear what works and what's just hype.
658 women died from pregnancy-related causes in 2018. Most of them were Black
The CDC has new numbers showing the black maternal mortality rate in the U.S. is even worse than previously thought. Here's what's being done to fix it.
Home births are risky. Why are more women choosing them?
One in 62 births takes place outside of a hospital in the U.S. But are home births safe? We talked to doctors and midwives to unpack the issue.
