“There is no other organ quite like the uterus. If men had such an organ they would brag about it. So should we,” wrote legendary midwife Ina May Gaskin. Taking a cue from her, we bring you four reasons to sing the praises of your pregnant uterus. It’s adaptable Before pregnancy, your uterus was a pear-shaped organ that fit nice and neat beneath your pubic bone. As the months … [Read more...] about 4 jaw-dropping reasons your uterus is the coolest thing ever
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We want to hear from you. Let us know what stories strike a chord, what subjects are a snooze, and what you can't wait to read more of. Take one minute to complete our 3-question, anonymous survey and help shape the magazine of your dreams. Take the Pregnancy Magazine survey … [Read more...] about Pregnancy Magazine Survey: Tell us what you want to hear!
Husband Tweets his wife’s accidental home birth
First-time parents Marco and Aniyia Rogers received the surprise of a lifetime when their baby girl arrived days early, before they could even make it to the hospital. When labor started, dad-to-be jumped into action, timing contractions on an iPhone app and checking in with his wife's obstetrician. Because first-time moms typically have long labors, the doctor on call … [Read more...] about Husband Tweets his wife’s accidental home birth
Top 6 pregnancy beauty tips for Valentine’s Day
Not all women are in love with their bodies during pregnancy, which means they'll do anything they can to feel better about their growing baby bump and the rest of the physical changes that can occur. If you're not feeling your sexiest but you want to really wow your partner on Valentine's Day, don't worry. There are plenty of pregnancy beauty tips you can use to add a little … [Read more...] about Top 6 pregnancy beauty tips for Valentine’s Day
You know you’re in labor if…
False labor vs. the real deal If you’re a first-time mother, childbirth can often feel like one big question mark. There’s no telling when you’ll go into labor, how you’ll manage the discomfort, or if you’ll require any interventions along the way. Even the simplest situations, such as determining whether your water has broken, can be anything but black and white. For many … [Read more...] about You know you’re in labor if…