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    Pregnant Life
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    During pregnancy, your brain undergoes a pattern of extensive pruning, which is essentially a process of fine-tuning. If our brains undergo such significant changes while growing children, changes that last years if not the rest of our lives, what does that mean for us as mothers?

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Jacqueline Weiss

    Snapping selfies throughout the course of your pregnancy in different locations and positions can be a fun way to watch your belly grow and remember your pregnancy fondly.

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Erin Ollila

    Aches, pains, and the inability to indulge in some of your favorite party snacks and drinks are only a few of the reasons why pregnant women can be found saying “Bah Humbug” during this magical season.

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Jacqueline Weiss

    Although you might not always feel sexy during pregnancy, a new study suggests some men may actually be more attracted to pregnant women.

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Rachel Sokol

    Fashion experts share ways expectant moms can rock their belly bump at parties. Maternity dresses don't have to be boring!

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By HeHe Stewart

    This is a countdown to the number one reason why it is merrier than mistletoe to be expecting a tiny human during the holidays. There's nothing better than being pregnant during the holiday season!

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Sharon Greenthal

    Many people have a certain idea of what parenthood will look like. Perhaps they always assumed they’d have all boys or one boy and one girl. Maybe they hoped for twins or always dreamed of raising sisters. Gender disappointment is completely normal. You can't help your feelings and emotions and it may not make sense at the time. But once your child is born, you will love them regardless.

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Erin Ollila

    Some people simply don't know how to talk to pregnant women. Soon-to-be moms are sick of hearing "You're not due til December?! You're huge!!" Here are the top five topics you should never discuss with a pregnant woman or mom-to-be.

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life
    By Rachel Sokol

    There are a number of reasons women don't get excited when they get pregnant, even if they already have a child. It could be outside of their plan, it could be they're not looking forward to the aches and pains, but they're excited about the end result, etc. Doctors and real parents explain why it's okay not to fit the stereotype of the glowing mom-to-be.

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    Preparing for Baby

  • Pregnancy
    Preparing for Baby
    By Rachel Sokol

    Revealing your pregnancy at work takes timing and planning. Find out when's the best time to talk to your boss, your colleagues and HR.

  • Pregnancy
    Preparing for Baby
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    You’d have to be hiding under a rock not to have heard about the latest trend in pregnancy: gender reveal parties. Here’s what you need to know about this new cultural phenomenon.

  • Pregnancy
    Preparing for Baby

    Feeling overwhelmed with all you have to do and think about during pregnancy? Pace yourself and know that you only need to take the following steps in your first 12 weeks.

  • Pregnancy
    Pregnant Life

    Melasma, acne, stretch marks and dry skin; your skin goes through all kinds of crazy changes during pregnancy. We asked our network of moms — and our managing editor — to give us their must-haves for skin care during pregnancy.

  • Pregnancy
    Baby Showers
    By Rachel Sokol

    Gender reveal parties are the new baby shower. If you're planning one of your own, we rounded up five of our favorite gender reveal ideas to get the creative juices flowing!

  • Pregnancy
    Preparing for Baby

    If you're at least 40 weeks pregnant and haven't gone in to labor, your baby is overdue. Learn why some women don't go into labor until after 40 weeks, and what can be done to induce labor, including stripping the membranes, monitoring and induction.

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    Pregnant Life

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