Pregnancy Articles

Your baby will grow from about the size of a lime to a small eggplant. Check out our full guide to the second trimester of pregnancy!

Pimples, zits, acne, blemishes, whiteheads, blackheads, large pores, whatever you want to call them, are a total nuisance, can be very painful, and are often embarassing.

With all the challenges of pregnancy, no grown adult wants to also worry about acne suddently making its first reappearance since teenage years.

Before you take your first pregnancy test, you might be one of the women who notices small and early changes in their body that suggest they might be pregnant. But what are those early pregnancy signs and symptoms? When should you expect them, and how common and reliable are they for indicating you might be pregnant? We pulled together 10 of the most common early signs of pregnancy, and read the science to see if they are real or old wives tales. Below we describe our take-aways from our research.

Prenatal vitamins provide several essential vitamins and minerals to promote healthy fetus development. Taking daily prenatal vitamins for 3 months before you get pregnant and throughout your entire pregnancy offers several advantages for your baby's health.

We gathered hundreds of popular nursery photos across several themes such as nature, animals, boho, modern, fantasy, and character themes. Then we researched all the products so you'll know where to find them!

There are very few people in the modern world who would tell you that smoking while pregnant will not negatively affect a growing fetus, or have longer-term implications for developing babies. Even people with lower education and socioeconomic profiles tend to be aware of the risks of smoking during pregnancy. But quitting is difficult for many, and a small proportion of pregnant women continue smoking through gestation.

Getting pregnant involves a complex dynamic between the woman's body and the man's sperm, and a cascade of genetic, hormonal, and metabolic processes determine whether you get pregnant and carry your baby to term.

Once you've made it into the 37th week of pregnancy, you'll become increasingly vigilant and aware of subtle signs and symptoms of labor.

That little cramp, upset tummy, back pain, or any other new discomfort will have you wondering: is this labor!?

Many of these little signs will probably be false alarms, subtle signs that your body is changing and getting ready for birth, but not necessarily a sign of early or active labor.

Most women will have temporary bouts of feeling abnormally hot or cold during their pregnancy. Flushing skin, sweating, shivering, and cold chills are all a common part of the experience.

It might even seem like no matter what you do, you're either too hot or too cold, and can never achieve a comfortable temperature for more than a few minutes!

When it comes to taking care of yourself during pregnancy, it can be difficult to determine exactly what you should be doing to ensure the health of you and your baby. Apart from that, it can be confusing to determine which symptoms are of concern and which are typical during pregnancy.

Picking the perfect name for a baby girl is no easy feat, with literally thousands of possibilities! Check out 795 girl names rank-ordered by popularity, with origins and meanings.

As if pregnancy isn't stressful enough, two new studies report that COVID-19 attacks the placenta, restricting blood flow and nutrients to the baby.

Why this matters: The placenta acts as the baby's lifeline while in the womb, delivering oxygen and nutrients, and acting as a vital organ to help the developing kidneys, intestines, liver, and lungs work effectively.

Every grandma and mother in law thinks they have a few tricks up their sleeve to predict whether you're going to have a baby girl or boy. Here are some of the funniest myths out there!

Losing hair during pregnancy or after childbirth? We reveal 5 excellent solutions for postpartum hair loss.

Many women experience constipation during pregnancy, sometimes waiting several days between difficult bowel movements.

We answer all your questions about pregnancy constipation, including what it is, why you're experiencing it, how long it will last, and how to help manage it.

From making diet changes that affect sleep to taking Vitamin B6 supplements, eight experts chime in with their best strategies for reducing morning sickness during pregnancy.

The idea of building a baby registry can be incredibly overwhelming, especially for first-time parents-to-be. You simply don't know what items to add and what to avoid. Once you start looking around at Amazon or your local Target, you’ll soon become overwhelmed with all the products that suddenly all seem necessary!

Since the 1800's, scientists have wondered why so many more male babies were born than female babies.

Last year alone, in the United States there were 3.2 million more boys than girls (source).

And there are tons of possible explanations why boys are so much more common.

We pride ourselves in in providing unbiased information and giving parents the opportunity to make informed decisions about which baby, toddler, and child products are perfect for their unique lifestyles and needs.

Many websites that are similar to ours have recently published reviews of the Best Fetal Doppler systems, providing their opinions about several systems currently available on the market.

You can predict when you will ovulate by using the below ovulation predictor and calculator. Many women wish to know more about their bodies, especially fertility and when they will ovulate. The below tool can help you figure out important dates for you to watch, whether you're trying to have a baby or even trying to avoid a pregnancy (be warned, however, that this is not a very effective method of birth control!!).

Picking the perfect name for a baby boy is no easy feat, with literally thousands of possibilities! Check out 795 boy names rank-ordered by popularity, with origins and meanings.

We tell you eleven common myths and misconceptions about pregnancy hair loss and postpartum hair loss. Get the facts!

Each year the US Government (Social Security Administration) puts out a list of last year's most popular baby names. Below are the most popular baby names from last year. We list the most popular boy names, and the most popular girl names. We will update this list as the Government provides more data to us.

A new baby brings joy, love, and laughter - but also new financial burdens. Learn how to prepare financially for your little one!

A recent scientific study published in the journal Pediatrics examined whether pregnant mothers with high exposure to chemicals found in plastics can lead to premature births.

To answer this question, the researchers analyzed the levels of the phthalate chemical in the urine of 311 New York City women during their third trimester.

There were three main findings of this study: