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We're dedicated to creating a community of moms who support each other on the motherhood journey. As a team of moms, we hope our blog will be a source of education and encouragement - whether you're packing your hospital bag or glued to the couch during a cluster feeding session.

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12 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

12 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

The past 12 weeks of pregnancy have brought a lot of changes – some expected symptoms of pregnancy and some surprising ones. This week, you may see your baby during...

12 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

The past 12 weeks of pregnancy have brought a lot of changes – some expected symptoms of pregnancy and some surprising ones. This week, you may see your baby during your 12-week ultrasound. You’re a third of the way along...

11 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

11 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 11. You’re nearly through the first trimester, which many people say is the most difficult. Things usually get easier in the second trimester, beginning at week 13....

11 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 11. You’re nearly through the first trimester, which many people say is the most difficult. Things usually get easier in the second trimester, beginning at week 13. At just over 1.5 inches long, your mini-me is as...

3 Best Maternity Sports Bras 2023

3 Best Maternity Sports Bras 2023

If you decide to maintain a certain level of activity during pregnancy, you may be asking yourself, “Do I need a maternity sports bra?” The answer is probably yes! Upgrading...

3 Best Maternity Sports Bras 2023

If you decide to maintain a certain level of activity during pregnancy, you may be asking yourself, “Do I need a maternity sports bra?” The answer is probably yes! Upgrading to a maternity sports bra that will make you feel...

Is it Safe to Wear Maternity Shapewear While Pregnant?

Is it Safe to Wear Maternity Shapewear While Pregnant?

Shapewear is a popular foundation garment that creates a sleek, smooth silhouette underneath whatever you’re wearing. Many people consider it a wardrobe essential for when they want to look their...

Is it Safe to Wear Maternity Shapewear While Pregnant?

Shapewear is a popular foundation garment that creates a sleek, smooth silhouette underneath whatever you’re wearing. Many people consider it a wardrobe essential for when they want to look their very best and feel confident in tight-fitting garments.

Pregnancy Breast Growth: What’s the Best Maternity Bra for Each Trimester?

Pregnancy Breast Growth: What’s the Best Maternity Bra for Each Trimester?

Guest post by Hannah Danto-Dorafsha

In Customer Care, we’re often asked which maternity bras are best for each trimester of pregnancy. Though every woman -- and every pregnancy -- is different, we thought it would be helpful to share the...

Pregnancy Breast Growth: What’s the Best Maternity Bra for Each Trimester?

Guest post by Hannah Danto-Dorafsha

In Customer Care, we’re often asked which maternity bras are best for each trimester of pregnancy. Though every woman -- and every pregnancy -- is different, we thought it would be helpful to share the maternity and nursing bras our customers and team especially love...

10 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

10 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Hooray! You and your baby have reached week 10. Your little one has been doubling in size week after week and is now the size of a strawberry, 1.25 inches...

10 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Hooray! You and your baby have reached week 10. Your little one has been doubling in size week after week and is now the size of a strawberry, 1.25 inches long and 0.14 ounces. This week, your baby has completed...

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy

You’ve made it through the first trimester of your pregnancy, which can be rife with discomfort, nausea, and a lot of physical changes. Now that you’re in the second trimester, there is a...

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy

You’ve made it through the first trimester of your pregnancy, which can be rife with discomfort, nausea, and a lot of physical changes. Now that you’re in the second trimester, there is a lot to look forward to! Indeed, the second trimester is...

12 of the Most Unique Gender Reveal Ideas

12 of the Most Unique Gender Reveal Ideas

Guest post by Erin Balsa

Discovering your baby’s sex may be one of the most exciting moments of your pregnancy. For some people, it's the point where it all starts to feel a bit more "real."...

12 of the Most Unique Gender Reveal Ideas

Guest post by Erin Balsa

Discovering your baby’s sex may be one of the most exciting moments of your pregnancy. For some people, it's the point where it all starts to feel a bit more "real." For other people, their baby's sex is unimportant. For still...

9 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

9 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 9 weeks, your bundle of joy is an inch long – about the size of a grape – and finally beginning to look more recognizable with a head, arms,...

9 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 9 weeks, your bundle of joy is an inch long – about the size of a grape – and finally beginning to look more recognizable with a head, arms, legs, fingers, and toes. All of the essential organs are continuing...

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

Wedding bells ring all year long for family, friends, and colleagues, so wedding invitations can arrive at any time—even when you’re pregnant or nursing. Special occasions allow you to reconnect...

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

Wedding bells ring all year long for family, friends, and colleagues, so wedding invitations can arrive at any time—even when you’re pregnant or nursing. Special occasions allow you to reconnect with loved ones and make memories, but it may feel...

8 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

8 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

During the eighth week of pregnancy, you may not look like you’ve been pregnant for 8 weeks. But on the inside, you’re experiencing a dramatic transformation, and you may feel very much...

8 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

During the eighth week of pregnancy, you may not look like you’ve been pregnant for 8 weeks. But on the inside, you’re experiencing a dramatic transformation, and you may feel very much pregnant. According to the American Pregnancy Center, your uterus has grown...

For Our Covid Babies. For My Supernova.

For Our Covid Babies. For My Supernova.

Guest post by N'Jameh Russell-Camara

In the summer of 2021, my first child was born. She came into the world wide-eyed and ready. The night she was born, I held her, my whole body shaking...

For Our Covid Babies. For My Supernova.

Guest post by N'Jameh Russell-Camara

In the summer of 2021, my first child was born. She came into the world wide-eyed and ready. The night she was born, I held her, my whole body shaking after what had been an intensely traumatic birthing experience.