A whole lot happened in 2021. We got a new president, COVID vaccines were rolled out, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry gave a blockbuster Oprah interview, the Momnibus Act passed the House and Bindi Irwin gave birth (to name a few). So we wouldn’t blame you if you happened to miss one or two of the biggest moments on The Bump. Don’t stress—to keep that FOMO at bay, we’ve rounded up our most popular articles, social posts, baby names, content campaigns and pregnancy and baby products of the year, so you can relish it all. In this article: Most read articles of 2021 Most popular social posts of 2021 Most popular baby names of 2021 Most purchased maternity and baby products Most popular highlights of 2021
Most Read Articles of 2021 We’re here to serve up the most timely information, whether it’s the latest scientific study on child development, the hottest baby name trends, checklists of what to buy and what to pack, how to get pregnant or what symptoms you may experience when you do. These are the top 10 news and feature articles you guys clicked on this year. Most read news articles 5 Phrases You Should Never Say to Your Kids, According to a Therapist The SSA Has Announced the Most Popular Baby Names From 2020 Here’s Why We Carry Our Babies on Our Left Side Babies Who Are Active During the Day Get Better Sleep at Night, Study Says These 2021 Baby Names Are Slated to Be Most Financially Successful Most read feature articles Ovulation Symptoms: 9 Signs of Ovulation Your Ultimate Checklist of Baby Essentials Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag 15 Early Signs of Pregnancy 35 Gender Reveal Ideas We Love
Most Popular Social Posts of 2021 Pregnancy and parenting can be hard. The good news? We’re all in it together. From pregnancy announcements to problem-solving charts and motivational messages from moms, here are the top Instagram posts that resonated with you this year. Related VideoMost loved posts Most buzzworthy posts Most saved posts
Most Popular Baby Names of 2021 If you’re expecting a baby (or, to be honest, even if you’re not), it’s always fun to see which popular names topped the trend charts. Below are the girl, boy and gender-neutral baby names that were most searched for on The Bump this past year. (See the full list here!) Most popular girl names Maeve: The name Maeve is of Irish origin and means “intoxicating.” Mia: The name Mia is of Australian origin and means “moon” and “month.” Nova: The name Nova is of Latin origin and means “new.” Most popular boy names Zion: The name Zion is of Hebrew origin and means “highest point.” Luca: The name Luca is of Italian origin and means “bringer of light.” Ezra: The name Ezra is of Hebrew origin and means “helper.” Most popular gender-neutral names Kai: The name Kai is of Hawaiian origin and means “earth” or “keeper of the keys.” Jayden: The name Jayden is of Hebrew origin and means “thankful.” Quinn: The name Quinn is of Gaelic origin and means “wisdom” and “chief.”
Most Purchased Maternity and Baby Products As a parent or parent-to-be, you need a bunch of stuff. Of course, with so many options out there, figuring out exactly what to get can be a headache—which is why we do the hard work for you. Wondering what the most popular items were in 2021? Here are the top 10 purchased products based on The Bump recommendations. Image: Courtesy Motherhood MaternityMotherhood Maternity Seamless Clip Down Maternity and Nursing Bra Buy it: $25, Motherhood.com Image: Courtesy ThirdLoveThirdLove 24/7 Classic Nursing Bra Buy it: $65, ThirdLove.com Image: Courtesy LivelyLively The Mesh Trim Maternity Bralette Buy it: $45, Lively.com Image: Courtesy Motherhood MaternityMotherhood Essential Stretch Secret Fit Belly Maternity Leggings Buy it: $28, Motherhood.com Image: Courtesy ZellaZella Mamasana Live In Maternity Ankle Leggings Buy it: $65, Nordstrom.com Image: Courtesy of The North FaceThe North Face Toddler Alpenglow II Boot Buy it: $50, TheNorthFace.com Image: Courtesy Motherhood MaternityMotherhood Wrap Maternity and Nursing Sleep Cotton Bra Buy it: $20, Motherhood.com Image: Courtesy Motherhood MaternityMotherhood Momma Tote Buy it: $11, Motherhood.com Image: Courtesy Motherhood MaternityMotherhood V-neck side ruched maternity tee Buy it: $25, Motherhood.com Image: Courtesy H&MH&M MAMA Before & After Leggings Buy it: $25, HM.com
Most Popular Highlights of 2021 We’re always looking for fresh stories, exciting events and engaging series to share with you. Here are some of the highlight content campaigns of 2021. #RealTalk Influencer Series Throughout 2021, we chatted with celebrities and influencers—from Bindi Irwin to Melanie Fiona and many more in between—about their pregnancy and parenting journeys and shared their moving stories with you. The Bump Baby Shower In 2021 we hosted the first-ever Baby Shower, a virtual event showcasing live and on-demand talks with The Bump editors and industry experts about how to prepare for life with baby (plus some amazing swag to boot!). The Bump Best of Pregnancy Awards Another first: The unveiling of the inaugural Best of Pregnancy Awards, which featured more than 30 standout products designed to help ease pregnancy. The Bump Best of Baby Awards For the ninth year running, The Bump editors revealed the 50+ best tried-and-tested baby products across seven different Best of Baby Awards categories. Celebrity news We kept you up-to-date on the latest celebrity pregnancy and baby announcements all year long—and 2021 saw some particularly good ones. DEI initiatives The Bump is an inclusive, safe space for all those on a path to pregnancy or parenthood, and we work hard every day, every year, to share diverse stories and perspectives to help you feel seen, heard and supported. Breastfeeding Awareness Month August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Those who can and choose to breastfeed need all the guidance and support available to help see them through a successful and shame-free experience—and we step up every year. The Bump Black Maternal Health Hub Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related issues than white and Hispanic women. That’s unacceptable. We put together an online hub of articles, resources, personal essays and community forums to help Black moms be informed, supported and empowered throughout their pregnancy and beyond. The Bump Parent Superlatives Who doesn’t love fun superlatives? In honor of National Parents Day 2021, we rounded up a few of the most beloved celebrity parents (think: Ashley Graham and Justin Ervin, Andy Cohen, Beyonce and Jay Z, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik) who earned themselves some lighthearted superlative awards.
