
This Woman Performed Her Own Cesarean Section—and Survived
With no one around but her other children, Ines Ramirez Perez did the seemingly impossible to save the life of her baby.

10 Very Early Pregnancy Symptoms You Might Miss
If you're looking for the earliest warning signs that you're expecting, these are the signs that will tell you the...

9 Pregnancy Myths Doctors Want You to Ignore (and 3 That Are Actually True)
Every pregnant woman has endured listening to someone tell her that the shape of her belly is indicative of her...

9 Beauty Surprises That Happen During Pregnancy
A woman's pregnancy is a wonderfully exciting time, full of changes to both one's life and body. These are the...


14 Truths No One Tells You About Giving Birth
Don't believe everything you've heard about giving birth. Labor and delivery nurses share insider tips, stories, and advice about what...

7 Postpartum Depression Myths That Can Be Dangerous to Believe
There’s a lot of misinformation about postpartum depression (PPD) and what it means for new moms. Here’s what you need...


10 Things About Postpartum Depression Your Ob-Gyn Wishes You Knew
Postpartum depression can affect a new mom with symptoms like insomnia, irritability, and difficulty bonding.

10 Surprising Reasons You’re Not Getting Pregnant
Sometimes the reason you can't get pregnant isn't so obvious. Here are some reasons you may have a hard...

This Is What Getting Your Tonsils—or Appendix—out Does to Your Fertility
Believe it or not, these surgeries may raise your fertility down the road, says science.

8 Secrets No One Tells You About Returning to Work After Maternity Leave
These are the little things that every new mom realizes, but no one really talks about.

The Science Behind All Those Bizarre Pregnancy Cravings
Pickles, peanut butter, and even paper. Your taste buds can get pretty strange during pregnancy. Here are some of...

Everything You Need to Know About Freezing Your Eggs
Even if you know you want to have kids someday, that doesn't mean now is the right time. Egg freezing...

Ditch Your Biological Clock—Science Says Older Moms Are Better Parents
Promising findings for women who had their kids at 35 and older.

Is It Morning Sickness or Hyperemesis Gravidarum? 8 Signs to Watch For
Some 70 to 80 percent of pregnant women have morning sickness during their first trimester, but some 5 percent get...

This Is Your Brain on Ovulation
Think ovulation time is just another day or two of the month? You'd be surprised how much more is going...

7 Thoughts Every Woman Has When the Pregnancy Test Is Finally Positive
As a woman hoping to conceive, you might dreamily imagine that you'll see the pregnancy test turn positive and instantly...

8 Silent Signs of Gestational Diabetes
It’s easy to write them off as common pregnancy complaints, but these key symptoms could suggest gestational diabetes.
Twin Miracle: Hugged Back to Life
Kate Ogg, 29, was anxious as she waited in her Brisbane obstetrician’s office. Her twins, conceived via in vitro fertilization,

10 Snacks to Eat When You’re Expecting
Here are healthy snacks to eat while you're pregnant to keep you and your baby strong.
4 Chores You Should Avoid When You’re Pregnant
While your nesting instincts may kick into high gear during pregnancy, some household chores are not safe for expecting mothers.