Fourth Trimester

The good side of having a newborn that no one tells you about

When I was pregnant not a single one was positive, and I really needed some reassurance around then.

This mama’s powerful postpartum photos on Instagram celebrate her eating disorder recovery

Becoming a mother changed her body, but more importantly it changed the way she saw it.

How are you feeling, mama?

The postpartum period deserves a better question than just "how are you doing?"

How to stop your baby from biting while breastfeeding, according to a lactation counselor

Many moms think that teething or biting means the end of breastfeeding, but it doesn't have to.

Meghan Markle is *all* new moms when she says, ‘Not many people have asked if I’m okay’

She opened up about pregnancy and life with baby Archie in a new interview.

1 in 3 American families struggle to provide diapers for their kids

Huggies and Walgreens are working hard to change that.

Christina Anstead’s important message for postpartum mamas: You need to be taken care of, too

"I always want to be the people pleaser in the family and make sure everyone knows how much I care about them—but in doing so I wasn't taking care of myself," shares Anstead.

Jessica Simpson’s postpartum weight loss story is about more than what you read in the headlines

Let's get real for a second, mama.

This mama’s viral post is an honest example of why we need more parental leave

"I still have stitches and I'm still bleeding, an obvious sign that I have not yet recovered from delivering my baby, even six weeks later," shares Skrysak.

Do I have postpartum depression? This screening quiz can help you find out, mama

Think about how you have felt in the past seven days (not just how you feel today).

Meditations for your fourth trimester

Inhale confidence and exhale doubt. You've got this, mama. And we're here to help.

This is what postpartum mamas actually need

This is a picture of me mid-meltdown during my second week as a mom of two. I just got done breastfeeding for what felt like the 100th time and my husband had just entered the room asking if I needed anything, and I said no. When he walked out, I just broke down. Because there were SO many things I needed.

These powerful + honest postpartum photos are changing how mothers see themselves

The Life After Birth project is changing the way we look at and talk about postpartum bodies.

Postpartum recovery is hard—and we need to talk more about it

This is the truth, the reality of childbirth.

Maternal mortality is a problem — and Serena Williams is investing to solve it

"I believe that it is absolutely critical right now to invest in solutions that help protect the lives of moms and babies," says Williams.

5 postpartum depression symptoms you may not have heard of

3. Increased need for control,

How to go from breastfeeding at home to pumping at work, according to a lactation counselor

1. Consider your pumping schedule, then plan and prepare.

10 ways a postpartum mama can thrive in recovery

3. Ask a friend or family member to arrange a meal sign up.

The 8 most flattering jeans for postpartum mamas

Mama jeans are on trend.

Singing can relieve postpartum depression, says study

Women in both groups reported an improvement of their symptoms, but women in the singing group responded at a significantly quicker rate.