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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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7 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

7 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to the second half of your first trimester. By the time you’re 6 weeks pregnant, your body has gone through dramatic internal changes. At 7 weeks pregnant, your baby has...

7 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to the second half of your first trimester. By the time you’re 6 weeks pregnant, your body has gone through dramatic internal changes. At 7 weeks pregnant, your baby has grown 10,000 times bigger than they were at conception! They’re now the...

6 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

6 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Each of us has a unique journey to motherhood, and pregnancy can be beautiful, bewildering, and downright daunting at times! We get it. Kindred Bravely is grateful to share what...

6 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Each of us has a unique journey to motherhood, and pregnancy can be beautiful, bewildering, and downright daunting at times! We get it. Kindred Bravely is grateful to share what you need to know about one of the most meaningful...

Sex After Baby: 8 Concerns New Moms May Have (and How to Address Them)

Sex After Baby: 8 Concerns New Moms May Have (and How to Address Them)

Guest post by Alixandria Guzman

I don't need to give you a lesson on the birds and the bees. If you're looking at a nursing bra, you probably know how everything works. What you might not know...

Sex After Baby: 8 Concerns New Moms May Have (and How to Address Them)

Guest post by Alixandria Guzman

I don't need to give you a lesson on the birds and the bees. If you're looking at a nursing bra, you probably know how everything works. What you might not know is how to deal with your concerns about sex after your baby...

7 Amazing Body Changes During Pregnancy

7 Amazing Body Changes During Pregnancy

Growing a human being is one of the most incredible miracles of life, but we often only hear about the tougher aspects: morning sickness, weight gain, stretch marks, varicose veins. As a...

7 Amazing Body Changes During Pregnancy

Growing a human being is one of the most incredible miracles of life, but we often only hear about the tougher aspects: morning sickness, weight gain, stretch marks, varicose veins. As a mom, I wanted to share some of the wonderful ways...

What Is the Fourth Trimester of Pregnancy?

What Is the Fourth Trimester of Pregnancy?

The fourth trimester, the three-month period after your baby is born, is considered to be a continuation of your pregnancy. During this time, you’ll establish yourself as a source of comfort for...

What Is the Fourth Trimester of Pregnancy?

The fourth trimester, the three-month period after your baby is born, is considered to be a continuation of your pregnancy. During this time, you’ll establish yourself as a source of comfort for the newest member of your family. At the same time,...

Gentle Yoga for Prenatal and Postpartum Women

Gentle Yoga for Prenatal and Postpartum Women

Guest post by Hannah Danto-Dorafsha

As hard as it might be some days, exercise can be incredibly beneficial for pregnant and postpartum women. In addition to being a great workout, yoga can relieve stress and...

Gentle Yoga for Prenatal and Postpartum Women

Guest post by Hannah Danto-Dorafsha

As hard as it might be some days, exercise can be incredibly beneficial for pregnant and postpartum women. In addition to being a great workout, yoga can relieve stress and teach you helpful breathing techniques. We asked our very own...

Everything You Need to Know About Pregnancy

Everything You Need to Know About Pregnancy

You stare at the positive pregnancy test, your heart racing. The sense that life is about to change completely washes over you. We’re here to guide you through the tidal...

Everything You Need to Know About Pregnancy

You stare at the positive pregnancy test, your heart racing. The sense that life is about to change completely washes over you. We’re here to guide you through the tidal wave of emotions and physical changes that you and your...

5 Ways to Ditch the Guilt and Reach Your Fitness Goals This Year

5 Ways to Ditch the Guilt and Reach Your Fitness Goals This Year

Guest post by Becky Philpott

All the hype surrounding New Year’s resolutions can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Every year there’s a lot of pressure to “get in shape” and make this year “the best one...

5 Ways to Ditch the Guilt and Reach Your Fitness Goals This Year

Guest post by Becky Philpott

All the hype surrounding New Year’s resolutions can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Every year there’s a lot of pressure to “get in shape” and make this year “the best one ever.” There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be healthier or...

Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise: An Interview with Fitness Expert Amy Jordan

Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise: An Interview with Fitness Expert Amy Jordan

When you're a busy or expectant mom, it can be hard to work out. Amy Jordan, Creator and CEO of WundaBar Pilates, is not only a fitness expert but also...

Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise: An Interview with Fitness Expert Amy Jordan

When you're a busy or expectant mom, it can be hard to work out. Amy Jordan, Creator and CEO of WundaBar Pilates, is not only a fitness expert but also a successful entrepreneur and thriving mom of two. Amy has firsthand...

Everything You Need to Know About The Third Trimester of Pregnancy

Everything You Need to Know About The Third Trimester of Pregnancy

You’ve been counting down the weeks for half a year now. Maybe the time has gone quickly for you, or maybe you feel like you’ve been pregnant forever. You may find yourself...

Everything You Need to Know About The Third Trimester of Pregnancy

You’ve been counting down the weeks for half a year now. Maybe the time has gone quickly for you, or maybe you feel like you’ve been pregnant forever. You may find yourself nesting hard or waking in the middle of the night...

8 Effective Remedies for <br> Morning Sickness

8 Effective Remedies for Morning Sickness

Guest post by Claire Silveira

Women have a range of emotions when they get a positive pregnancy test. One fairly common reaction? Dread of morning sickness. And for good reason! Your body is changing; you...

8 Effective Remedies for Morning Sickness

Guest post by Claire Silveira

Women have a range of emotions when they get a positive pregnancy test. One fairly common reaction? Dread of morning sickness. And for good reason! Your body is changing; you may be incredibly tired; you may not have even told...

How to Maintain Good Posture While Pregnant

How to Maintain Good Posture While Pregnant

Guest post by Dr. Brent Wells

Your pregnant body is constantly changing and growing, and as your pregnancy advances, your posture will naturally shift as well. After all, you’re carrying extra weight, which can impact how...

How to Maintain Good Posture While Pregnant

Guest post by Dr. Brent Wells

Your pregnant body is constantly changing and growing, and as your pregnancy advances, your posture will naturally shift as well. After all, you’re carrying extra weight, which can impact how you naturally sit, stand, and move. Our guest blogger, a chiropractor,...