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Pregnancy

Pregnant? We’re here for you, mama. From pregnancy nutrition to birth prep, we’ve got expert advice and essays from other moms who’ve been there.

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What causes a false positive pregnancy test?

Though rare, false positives do happen. Here's what you need to know.

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20 May baby names that reflect strength and perseverance

A 2005 study of 30,000 participants showed that people born in May consider themselves luckier than their peers.

She gave birth while in a COVID-19 coma. What this mom wants you to know

When Monica Ramirez regained consciousness, she learned that her daughter was already two weeks old.

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50+ baby names for your little companions born during Gemini season

An air sign, Geminis are compassionate, expressive, and curious little beings.

Samira Wiley doesn’t have to explain her baby’s name to you

The actress and wife Lauren Morelli welcomed their daughter George Elizabeth last month.

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Here are America’s most popular baby names

The Social Security Administration released the most popular baby names of 2020.

We demand paid family and medical leave in America

Nearly 200 businesses are urging Congress to create a national paid family and medical leave program. We're one of them.

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Here’s the ultimate hospital bag checklist for mom & baby

If you've been stressing over what you'll need for those long hours in the hospital when you give birth, we've got you.

When it comes to miscarriages, it’s time to stop telling women to ‘just try again’

A new paper suggests that miscarriages are poorly misunderstood—and the way medical professionals respond to them is part of the problem.

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55 earthy, boho baby names for your free spirit

These uncommon, hippie-inspired names are perfect for a flower child!

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4 lies I believed about morning sickness—before I had it myself

If you've never had morning sickness before, here's the DL on what it's really like.

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50 cute names for baby girls that start with “K”

Whether your girl is kooky, kind, kitschy, or keen, we have a K baby name for her!

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