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5 Affirmations I Use Every Day For A Blissful, Stress-Free Pregnancy
I still remember the day I found out I was pregnant. It was a frigid day in New York City and the yellow taxi cabs were whizzing by on the streets...
Can You Do Yoga While Pregnant? Here's Your Guide To Practicing Safely
Here are the do's and don'ts.
How I Finally Became A Mother At 42 — Without IVF
I was 41 years old when my husband and I started seriously talking about having kids
7 Ayurvedic Tips To Alleviate The Postpartum Blues
The science places emphasis on the first 42 days after birth
10 Of The Healthiest Foods To Eat When You’re Pregnant
If you’re pregnant, you’re probably all too familiar with what foods to avoid — shellfish, unpasteurized cheese, and deli meats that may carry...
7 Simple Healthy Habits For Pregnant Women
Since what goes into your body is crucial to the healthy development of your baby, it’s important to eat healthy even before you're pregnant.
5 Lessons I've Learned From 3 Miscarriages
Seven months. Three pregnancies. Different emotional reactions to each, but same outcome. My first miscarriage happened at nine weeks. During my first...
An 11-Pose Prenatal Yoga Sequence For A Blissful Birth
Get your body ready for birth.
10 Things I Wish More People Knew About Maternal Health Worldwide
Ten years ago, I began working as a maternal health advocate to draw attention to the millions of mothers and newborns who die each year during...
What Every Woman Should Know About Getting Pregnant After The Pill
Birth control pills are one of the most effective means of preventing pregnancy, which is why it is such a popular method of contraception. But...
This Is What Women Really Look Like After Giving Birth
Empowering photos ahead.
10 Practices To Experience Childbirth As A Spiritual Journey
Birth is a sacred, spiritual journey to welcome a child into the world.
4 Stretches To Ease Back Pain During Pregnancy
Why do so many pregnant women have back pain? A lot happens in nine months! Some changes are obvious, some are not. The obvious change is in the size...
Pregnant & Have Back Pain? It May Be Your Bra
Skimping on good bras will contribute to upper body pain and discomfort
10 Truths About Stress & Pregnancy
There are a lot of myths about pregnancies, so here's some hard truths.
Do Vegans Have Lower Sperm Counts Than Meat-Eaters?
Headlines have had some concerning news for plant-based guys—but it's probably nothing to worry about.
What I Wish More Women Knew About Their Hormones
Is your period different now than it was five years ago? Do you notice shifts in its length, quality, and symptoms? Or are you not even paying...
6 Red Flags Your Birth Control Might Not Be Working For You
Is the pill really your best option?
Why Not Getting Pregnant Was A Blessing In Disguise
This is my first time speaking openly about this (mild panic attack happening over here) but I’m trying to get pregnant. It’s taking longer than we...