Pregnancy and Parenthood
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How to Feel Horny Again as a New Mom
Remember that you won’t be sexless and covered in spit-up forever.
By Kathleen Felton
The Olympic Village Will Have a Nursery for the First Time Ever This Year
It’ll be one less thing athlete parents need to think about as they compete in Paris.
By Taylor Dutch
Are My Nipple Bumps Normal or Something to Worry About?
Asking for my areolae.
By Korin Miller and Patia Braithwaite
How 4 Pro Athletes Balance Parenthood With Big Olympic and Paralympic Dreams
A solid base of support is key—along with the confidence to tap into it for what you need.
By Cindy Kuzma
6 Ways to Feel a Little Better During Your First Trimester
The early days of pregnancy are a wild ride. Here’s your mini guide to navigating it all.
By Tiffany Ayuda
How to Cope If Pregnancy Is Messing With Your Body Image
All the physical changes—and newfound attention—can bring up a lot of complicated feelings.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
What My First Time Having Sex After Giving Birth Felt Like
It absolutely took longer than six weeks to get back in the groove.
By Julia Ries
Anne Hathaway Doesn’t Want to ‘Feel Ashamed’ of Her Past Miscarriage
“It’s really hard to want something so much and to wonder if you’re doing something wrong.”
By Jenna Ryu
What to Know If You Have Psoriatic Arthritis and (Might) Want to Get Pregnant
Experts say having a loose plan in place before you start trying can go a long way.
By Carolyn L. Todd
5 Ways Pregnancy Can Affect Hidradenitis Suppurativa (or Vice Versa)
The good news is that your symptoms could actually improve when you are pregnant.
By Amy Norton
Britney Spears Says Being ‘Watched From Every Corner’ Fueled Her Postpartum Depression
In her memoir, “The Woman in Me,” she wrote that constant public scrutiny made her feel isolated and afraid.
By Jenna Ryu
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How to Have the Healthiest Possible Pregnancy When You Have Type 2 Diabetes
Yes, your blood sugar is going to be higher, but complications aren’t a given.
By Ashley Abramson
Victoria Monét on How a Difficult Birth Influenced Her New Album, ‘Jaguar II’
In the studio, the songwriter had her daughter on her hip—and a lot to get off her chest.
By Danielle Kwateng
‘This Undid Me’: Brooke Shields on Her ‘Frightening’ Postpartum Depression
“You just keep thinking, What’s wrong with me?”
By Kayla Blanton
Keke Palmer Got Real About the Pressure of Breastfeeding: It’s Been a ‘Doozy’
“It isn’t that easy. And if it is for you, wonderful. But I think more often than not, it’s difficult.”
By Kayla Blanton
Dude awakening
Here’s What I’ve Learned About Raising Boys in My 30 Years as a Child Psychologist
We know what kids need to flourish. We’ve just been slow to apply it to our sons.
By Michael Reichert, PhD
‘Keep Him Emotional’: Jane Fonda Has Some Advice for People Raising Sons
She discussed contending with mom guilt—and what she’s learned about being there for boys.
By Maggie O'Neill
Serena Williams Just Shared a Vulnerable Photo From the Day She Gave Birth
The tennis star shed light on the Black maternal health crisis after sharing her own harrowing story.
By Maggie O'Neill
12 Comfy Shoes to Support Your Feet Through the Pains of Pregnancy
Footwear that’s perfect for a stroll(er).
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By Sara Coughlin
Everything to Know About the Health Screening That Can Save Pregnant People’s Lives
Experts say it’s a step toward reducing the abysmal maternal mortality rate in the US.
By Maggie O'Neill
‘Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood’ Is Our February Book Club Pick!
Jessica Grose’s parenting manifesto is a reminder that the problem isn’t you.
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
What to Know About the ‘Pregnancy Nose’ Photos That Are All Over TikTok
Swelling in unexpected places can definitely happen—but it won’t last forever.
By Korin Miller
Major Pharmacies Can Now Offer Abortion Pills—Here’s What You Should Know
Experts say the change will expand access to care, but there are still some restrictions.
By Korin Miller
7 Ways to Prepare Your Relationship for IVF
It starts with a lot of honest communication.
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T.
6 Tips for Making a Birth Plan That Actually Works for You
Having everyone on the same page is crucial.
By Cassie Shortsleeve