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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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20 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

20 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

20 weeks pregnant officially marks the halfway point to meeting your baby. That’s right – you’re halfway there! Can you believe it? Since health care providers consider a pregnancy to be full-term...

20 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

20 weeks pregnant officially marks the halfway point to meeting your baby. That’s right – you’re halfway there! Can you believe it? Since health care providers consider a pregnancy to be full-term anywhere between 37 and 42 weeks, you only have about 20...

19 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

19 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 19! You’re well into your fifth month of pregnancy, and with only 4 months left to go, you may feel like there’s a lot to do to...

19 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 19! You’re well into your fifth month of pregnancy, and with only 4 months left to go, you may feel like there’s a lot to do to prepare for your baby’s arrival.

18 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

18 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

18 weeks pregnant is month 5 of your pregnancy. Leg cramps and other not-so-fun symptoms are likely to linger as your pregnancy progresses week by week, but can you believe...

18 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

18 weeks pregnant is month 5 of your pregnancy. Leg cramps and other not-so-fun symptoms are likely to linger as your pregnancy progresses week by week, but can you believe you only have a few more months left to go?

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...

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...

Breast Milk Color and How it Changes

Breast Milk Color and How it Changes

By Deeanne Akerson

You may already know that breast milk is the perfect food for babies, providing them with all of the vital nutrition they need. But did you know that breast milk...

Breast Milk Color and How it Changes

By Deeanne Akerson

You may already know that breast milk is the perfect food for babies, providing them with all of the vital nutrition they need. But did you know that breast milk can come in many different colors? Rest assured, most variations...