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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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17 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

17 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

17 weeks pregnant is month 4 of pregnancy, and you're only about 23 weeks away from your due date. At week 17, you may start to experience a few aches...

17 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

17 weeks pregnant is month 4 of pregnancy, and you're only about 23 weeks away from your due date. At week 17, you may start to experience a few aches and pains and an increase in bodily fluids like sweat...

16 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

16 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 16 weeks pregnant, you’re in month 4 of your pregnancy, only 4 weeks from the halfway point! If you’re thinking about taking a babymoon, now might be a good...

16 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 16 weeks pregnant, you’re in month 4 of your pregnancy, only 4 weeks from the halfway point! If you’re thinking about taking a babymoon, now might be a good time to start planning (be sure to let your doctor...

15 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

15 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 15 weeks pregnant, you may be in the “honeymoon” phase of pregnancy. Only 25 weeks of pregnancy left!

15 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 15 weeks pregnant, you may be in the “honeymoon” phase of pregnancy. Only 25 weeks of pregnancy left!

14 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

14 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Are you feeling hungrier, more energetic, and less nauseous? Many moms-to-be report that their early pregnancy symptoms subside by 14 weeks pregnant. You’ve also reached month 4 of your pregnancy...

14 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Are you feeling hungrier, more energetic, and less nauseous? Many moms-to-be report that their early pregnancy symptoms subside by 14 weeks pregnant. You’ve also reached month 4 of your pregnancy – only 5 more months to go!

13 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

13 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Congratulations! You’ve reached the first week of the second trimester and are now one-third of the way through your pregnancy. At this point, your excitement might be hard to contain. It's...

13 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Congratulations! You’ve reached the first week of the second trimester and are now one-third of the way through your pregnancy. At this point, your excitement might be hard to contain. It's up to you when to share your news, but many...

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...

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...