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Make no mistake: Just because you’re sporting a growing bump doesn’t mean you have to give up cute, stylish fashion choices for nine months. We’ll be the first to agree that all those changes your body is going through aren’t always glamorous (or fun!). Be that as it may, hiding away in clothing that doesn’t fit or flatter your blossoming curves is not the solution to your maternity fashion woes. Our confidence-boosting suggestion?...

According to scientists from the University of Copenhagen, one in four miscarriages might be preventable if a woman pays closer attention to her lifestyle choices. The scientists, who published the study in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology found that avoidable risks, like being under- or overweight before conception, working nights, lifting heavy loads, being over the age of 30 and drinking during pregnancy, were ways to reduce a woman’s miscarriage risk....

What solids are safe? Getting medicine down? Flu shot for baby? See all baby Q&As Acting like a baby Words and actions are starting to make sense to baby. If you take something from her before she’s ready to give it up or she hears the word “no,” she might start crying or contesting. Try to distract her and offer comfort, but hold your ground on whatever initially caused her distress — uncomfortable as it may be for both of you, this is all a part of his learning process....

It only affects 5 to 7 percent of pregnancies in the United States each year, but preeclampsia is a major issue. This cardiovascular disorder is typically detected later in pregnancies (after week 20), and occurs when you have a combination of high blood pressure and protein in your urine. It can have some pretty serious consequences for mom and baby, such as liver and kidney failure, seizures, even death. It also increases the lifetime risk of heart attack, stroke and diabetes....

If there’s one universal parenting truth, it’s that you’re going to be talking about baby poop a lot. (Cue questions: How often should a newborn poop? How can you help baby poop? What does green baby poop mean? What exactly should normal baby poop look like?) And while it may not be a typical topic of conversation for the dinner table, it’s something you’ll find yourself thinking about all the time....

Shopping for a trusty maternity and nursing bra can be like hunting for a needle in a haystack. Generally speaking, you’re looking for a bra that’s comfortable, supportive and easy to use with good coverage—and if it manages to look cute in the process, that’s an added bonus. Motherhood Maternity’s bras get the job done and offer a ton of styles and sizes—making them this year’s winner. What We Love...

Make this important worksheet the first one you print out. (Then print the rest! Just this one first.) After you fill in all the info (doctor’s number, emergency contacts, insurance info, etc.), make copies and post by every phone in your home. Though you may never need it (that’s the hope!), you’ll rest better knowing that if ever there is an emergency, you or whoever’s in charge will easily be able to find all the necessary info....

Looking to mix-up your dinner routine but still keep it healthy? Read on for some dinnertime recipes Bumpies’ just can’t get enough of. Spaghetti Squash and Turkey Meatballs What you need: Spaghetti squash 1 lb. ground turkey 1/2 white/sweet onion Hunts basil and oregano diced tomatoes 1 large can of Hunts tomato sauce Salt and pepper 1 egg 1/2 cup of Panko bread crumbs How to prepare: Preheat oven to 350 degrees...

If you have a totally smooth vaginal birth, you’re likely to head home within 24 to 48 hours of delivery. You’ll have to rest a bit after pushing out baby and wait for any anesthesia to wear off, and your doctor may want to monitor you and baby for the first day or so to make sure no problems develop. Then, if all is well, you’re likely to be back in your pad in no time....

It’s no secret that babies need a lot of food to fuel their growing bodies. If you’re breastfeeding, you’re probably paying close attention to your breast milk production—and may even be concerned about low milk supply. In fact—because all parents want to ensure their child’s health and growth—a common question among new moms is how to increase milk supply. The good news is, if you are struggling with production, there are plenty of ways to increase milk supply....

“Having a newborn can be very overwhelming and it’s common to worry about whether or not the baby is getting enough to eat,” says Andi Silverman, breastfeeding expert and author of Mama Knows Breast: A Beginner’s Guide to Breastfeeding. “Keep in mind that your pediatrician will check the baby’s weight to make sure she is getting enough to eat. You can help, too, by keeping a journal of feedings, pees and poops....

After nursing her first daughter for nearly six months with virtually no problems, Meagan E. suddenly found herself in a lot of pain. “When I first experienced symptoms, it was primarily tender, hot, swollen spots in my breast,” she says. “It seemed to happen at times when my daughter’s nursing needs or habits changed and my body was trying to adjust. I was still producing milk, but she wasn’t eating as much, and I wasn’t pumping as much at work....

The Asian American and Pacific Islander community has seen a distressing uptick in hate crimes since the COVID-19 pandemic. Showing solidarity and support for the AAPI community is important always, but especially now. One clear way to help is to give back to organizations like Stop AAPI Hate, Asian Mental Health Collective, AAPI Women Lead and Asian Americans Advancing Justice. Another way to help is to pay attention to where you spend your money....

I’ve never been the kind of person who struggled to keep weight on, not even close. Enjoying sugar in moderation has never really been my thing, and never once in my life did I forget or not have time to eat a meal. Then I had a baby—and everything changed. During my pregnancy I gained around 45 pounds. But within a few months of my son Eli being born, I found myself 10 pounds below my pre-pregnancy weight without making any devoted effort to get there....

When you hold that tiny bundle for the first time, you’ll wonder how you’ll ever care for something so impossibly small and fragile. You’re sure baby will break if you’re not careful. But trust us—despite how fragile your infant seems, within the first few weeks baby’s already working on key muscles s/he’ll need in order to meet one of life’s first milestones—baby head control. But when do babies hold their heads up?...

Myth #1: You can get by with clothes you already own. Reality: Go ahead, shop from your closet (and your hubby’s) for the first two months but, at some point, maternity clothes will just fit better. Of course there are exceptions. For example, leggings and loose cardigans (worn unbuttoned) will work for most of trimester two. Myth #2: Expensive maternity clothes are a waste of money. Reality: We’re all for bargain buys, but since these items are pretty much the only things you’ll wear over the next nine months (read: they’ll take a beating), it’s a smart idea to invest in a few well- made, quality pieces....

You’ve decided to try for a baby—congrats! But do you know how to go about trying to maximize your shot at conceiving? The truth is, women may experience certain symptoms that can signal when she’s ovulating and at peak fertility, which is helpful to know, so you can time sex with your partner appropriately. So what should you be on the lookout for? The following signs of fertility in women may help boost your chances of getting pregnant each month....

Meet Jessica Shortall, a working mom with a career dedicated to the intersection of business and doing good. As the former Director of Giving for TOMS Shoes, she literally circumnavigated the globe with a breast pump. Pre-order her upcoming book by Abrams, “Work. Pump. Repeat: The New Mom’s Guide to Breastfeeding and Going Back to Work,” out Sept. 8. There are more breastfeeding support groups on Facebook than you can shake a tube of nipple cream at, and they all have their own flavor....

You excitedly count down the weeks until you meet baby, expecting to feel euphoric once that moment arrives. But by the time you come home from the hospital, you feel…“eh.” What gives? Say hello to the baby blues. Before you give yourself the “worst mom ever award” for feeling down after giving birth, know that this is completely normal. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, as many as eight out of 10 moms will get the baby blues....