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This may be the best time of day to get pregnant

New intel on how to time your TTC endeavors.

Does curb walking induce labor? Here’s what experts want you to know

An OB-GYN and a midwife offer details on curb walking—including when to start and how to do it safely.

Eating a Mediterranean diet could increase your chances of becoming pregnant, studies show

Is there a fertility diet? The Mediterranean pattern may come close.

It’s not ‘luck’ that my kids sleep well—I worked hard for this

Getting your baby to sleep through the night is no easy feat.

Why I didn’t wait to announce my pregnancy after a loss

Instead of staying silent and isolated, I sought support from the larger community.

11 expert-backed ways to prevent car sickness in kids

From acupressure to window-gazing, here’s what you need to know.

The one thing pregnant women forget to do: get excited

"But while my mind was busy turning over the possibilities of pitocin and episiotomies, I forgot to get excited."

The silent grief of infertility

Being thrilled when your friends and family are pregnant; but crumbling inside

Febrile seizures can be scary—but usually aren’t cause for alarm, experts say

Experts say febrile seizures are common and usually require minimal treatment—but it’s smart to be prepared. Here’s what you need to know.

How to talk to kids about periods: An age-by-age guide

Open and honest conversations about periods are essential for kids of all genders.

Researchers find a chemical link that could help predict the risk of preterm birth

The existence of certain chemicals found in the vagina may be linked to a higher risk for preterm birth.

What does a miscarriage feel like? What to know and when to seek help

Fears around pregnancy loss are real, but support is available.

Let’s stop glamorizing the positive birth story

Often, there is beauty in the mess.

4 things 10 years of marriage has taught me about intimacy

Making dedicated efforts, however small they may seem, can result in long term satisfaction, contentment, pleasure and happiness with your spouse.

Women are turning to TikTok to learn how to balance hormones—here’s what to try instead

We're busting TikTok myths on balancing hormones—and sharing expert advice on getting the help you might actually need.

Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s kids know ‘Daddy is an addict’

No topics should be off the table when it comes to open dialogue with anyone, especially kids.

7 ways to raise inclusive kids

While teaching kids about inclusivity may appear to be a daunting task, it doesn’t have to be.

Pandemic motherhood robbed me of who I was, but travel helped me find her again

I felt like the version of me who was free to explore without the weight of so much responsibility.

It’s never too late to pursue higher education—even when you’re a mom

I was shocked at how having a baby pushed me to go for what I truly wanted—including getting my master's degree.

The best way to teach kids about diversity and inclusion is through reading

So many books present a homogenous view of the world. I want to elevate those who break through the barrier, and I want my children to look for those stories.