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What You Need to Know About Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Breast Cancer

What You Need to Know About Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Breast Cancer

Guest post by Shantel Harlin

Pregnancy and lactation may reduce your breast cancer risk, but it’s important to know that it’s still possible to develop breast cancer when pregnant or breastfeeding. In fact, one in 3,000...

What You Need to Know About Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Breast Cancer

Guest post by Shantel Harlin

Pregnancy and lactation may reduce your breast cancer risk, but it’s important to know that it’s still possible to develop breast cancer when pregnant or breastfeeding. In fact, one in 3,000 pregnant women in the United States is diagnosed with breast cancer....

Fighting Breast Cancer as a New Mom: Two Inspiring Stories

Fighting Breast Cancer as a New Mom: Two Inspiring Stories

Guest post by Lindsay Block, Jessica Hammer

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share two stories from women who were diagnosed with breast cancer shortly after giving birth. Each woman discovered what she...

Fighting Breast Cancer as a New Mom: Two Inspiring Stories

Guest post by Lindsay Block, Jessica Hammer

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share two stories from women who were diagnosed with breast cancer shortly after giving birth. Each woman discovered what she thought was a clogged milk duct, and after bringing it up...

Everything You Need to Know about Maternity Leave

Everything You Need to Know about Maternity Leave

Having a baby comes with a lot of big decisions that will impact many areas of your life, including your job. Studies show that maternity leave can greatly benefit mom, baby, and...

Everything You Need to Know about Maternity Leave

Having a baby comes with a lot of big decisions that will impact many areas of your life, including your job. Studies show that maternity leave can greatly benefit mom, baby, and the entire family. Having time to bond with your baby...

Breastfeeding by Breast Size: What You Need to Know

Breastfeeding by Breast Size: What You Need to Know

Does your breast size determine your ability to have a successful breastfeeding journey? The short answer is no. However, there’s a lot of misinformation surrounding breast size and breastfeeding, which...

Breastfeeding by Breast Size: What You Need to Know

Does your breast size determine your ability to have a successful breastfeeding journey? The short answer is no. However, there’s a lot of misinformation surrounding breast size and breastfeeding, which can make it difficult for mothers to navigate their unique...

40 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

40 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

You did it! You’ve reached week 40 of pregnancy! As you wait for your baby to make their grand entrance, try to keep your mind busy by finding small ways...

40 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

You did it! You’ve reached week 40 of pregnancy! As you wait for your baby to make their grand entrance, try to keep your mind busy by finding small ways to celebrate each day until you go into labor (finally)....

39 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

39 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 39 of your pregnancy. If you’re not feeling any signs of labor yet, don’t worry. Trust that your body and your baby will let you know when...

39 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 39 of your pregnancy. If you’re not feeling any signs of labor yet, don’t worry. Trust that your body and your baby will let you know when they’re ready for the big day. If you haven’t already packed...

38 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

38 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

You’ve made it to 38 weeks, and you’re well into your ninth month of pregnancy! It’s the home stretch, so take a deep breath (if you can). You may feel...

38 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

You’ve made it to 38 weeks, and you’re well into your ninth month of pregnancy! It’s the home stretch, so take a deep breath (if you can). You may feel your baby “dropping” this week, which can offer relief from...

37 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

37 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Congratulations! You’ve reached 37 weeks, and you’ll meet your little one in about 3 more weeks! Now that you’re 9 months pregnant, your baby could come any time, and you...

37 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Congratulations! You’ve reached 37 weeks, and you’ll meet your little one in about 3 more weeks! Now that you’re 9 months pregnant, your baby could come any time, and you may be having a lot of Braxton Hicks contractions (which...

36 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

36 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Say hello to week 36 and the official start of your ninth month of pregnancy. If you're tired of pesky pregnancy symptoms like Braxton Hicks contractions, the good news is...

36 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Say hello to week 36 and the official start of your ninth month of pregnancy. If you're tired of pesky pregnancy symptoms like Braxton Hicks contractions, the good news is that the end is near, and you'll get to meet...

35 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

35 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 35 of your pregnancy! You’re at the end of your eighth month of pregnancy. Can you believe you only have one month (or less) left? Even though your...

35 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 35 of your pregnancy! You’re at the end of your eighth month of pregnancy. Can you believe you only have one month (or less) left? Even though your due date is a few weeks out, it may be...

34 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

34 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

You’ve reached 34 weeks! You’re nearly halfway through your eighth month of pregnancy with only about 6 more weeks of pregnancy left. You may experience Braxton Hicks contractions more often,...

34 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

You’ve reached 34 weeks! You’re nearly halfway through your eighth month of pregnancy with only about 6 more weeks of pregnancy left. You may experience Braxton Hicks contractions more often, and you may also feel more pressure on your bladder...

33 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

33 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 33 weeks pregnant, you’re in the middle of your third trimester and in your eighth month of pregnancy. As your due date approaches, you may become more familiar with...

33 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 33 weeks pregnant, you’re in the middle of your third trimester and in your eighth month of pregnancy. As your due date approaches, you may become more familiar with pregnancy symptoms like leg cramps, shortness of breath, and Braxton...