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Dear Baby, I did not know I’d give you all of me

"I received a tiny life, I got you baby, but what many don't see is that your life is quite literally cut from my cloth."

Should I get prenatal genetic screening? The most common questions, answered.

Here are some of the common questions people have about genetic screening in pregnancy, to help you understand what genetic screening is, the risks, accuracy and types of tests to choose from.

‘It’s okay if you don’t breastfeed.’

It was exactly what I needed to hear.

Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a vaginal birth

Here’s what you need to know to have the best possible postpartum recovery

woman raising her first while holding her newborn after giving birth

A pep talk for pregnant mamas from a doula—you can do this

This is a historic moment. YOU are the women giving birth to babies born during a global pandemic. YOU are superheroes.

mom hugging son

My child is nonbinary—and I’m so proud

Our kids are challenging the gender binary. Here's how I supported mine (and grew in the process)

Allyson Felix qualifies for first Olympics since her traumatic birth

Allyson Felix is the most decorated American woman in Olympic track and field history

Katy Perry just corrected everyone who thinks maternity leave is ‘time off’

Perry started her thread with, "Popular misconception: being a mom isn't a full-time job."

It’s 2022, but for American mothers, it’s still the 1950s

Once a woman in America becomes a mother, our society transports her back in time. In an instant, generations of sexist ideas and structures descend back upon her.

When the doctor said my baby needed to gain weight, we supplemented with formula

I had my heart set on exclusively breastfeeding, but as I've now seen, I know it's not the only "right" way to feed your little one.

The first Congressman to take paternity leave wants more men to follow his lead

Rep. Colin Allred was the first member of Congress to take paternity leave in 2019.

Sesame Street features two gay parents for the first time in show history

Two gay dads have already made their appearance on the show in honor of Pride Month.

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