Returning to work after parental leave is challenging for any parent—you’re balancing baby life with work meetings, sleep regressions with spreadsheets and shift schedules. And if you’re breastfeeding, throwing pumping…
I’ve always struggled with self-esteem, and after having my first baby, my insecurities increased. Learning acceptance of my body’s transformations—and the weight gain and stretch marks that followed pregnancy—made me…
As anyone with a newborn on the way knows, the baby naming process is a rollercoaster of emotions, frustration (there are so many beautiful names to choose from!), and unexpected…
There is so much going on in the world right now. There is so much that happens on a day-to-day basis, but motherhood never stops and is quite universal, no…
As a parent or soon-to-be parent, it’s your responsibility to instill in your child the right tools and life lessons to make smart and wise decisions. So, why not give…
Truth: the postpartum period is full of new, unexpected experiences and emotions. Bigger truth: many new moms don’t realize there are people out there that specialize in postpartum help and…
Picking a breast pump is personal. Sure, it’s helpful to read reviews and hear which ones worked best for your friends and fellow breastfeeding mamas, but sometimes, an expert recommendation…
For centuries Black midwives have played a critical role in improving the health outcomes of Black mothers, babies, and families. This Black History Month and beyond, we want to honor…
Having a baby ushers in a million different emotions—both positive and negative. While a mama may be overjoyed with her growing family, she may also experience trouble sleeping, sudden tears,…
The moment a new baby enters the world changes everything for the adults and siblings who have spent nine months waiting to meet their little one. It’s a beautiful, emotional…
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition affecting 1 in 10 women, and in some estimates, 1 in 8 women. And if you are one of these women, conception can…
As a new mom, you are probably well-acquainted with the notion of not having enough appendages to get things done while also carrying around your bundle of joy. From one-handed…
Bottles, crib sheets, burp clothes, onesies, a stroller, a baby first aid kit… Sure. These are baby registry basics that we agree everyone should have on their list. And while…
Could there be anything more intimate than taking a home pregnancy test? And could there be anything more loaded with anticipation, stress and angst? No other moment in your life…
Dear Expectful Community, Writing this letter feels surreal to me. When I came onboard with Expectful, I had one major goal: to provide hopeful, expecting, and new moms with real,…
We tend to focus on the baby when we’re pregnant, but attention mamas: Your heart health is equally as important. Two recent reports highlight the importance of taking care of…
The old adage goes, “it takes a village to raise a child,” but we sometimes forget that trying to conceive (TTC) requires just as much community support. “One of the biggest…
The importance of rest during your postpartum period is wisdom as old as time. Indigenous cultures all around the world believe in practicing 40 days of rest after giving birth….
After enduring years of fertility struggles, Lauren Scruggs Kennedy and Jason Kennedy announced yesterday that they’re expecting their first baby! Both of them shared incredibly sweet and emotional videos sharing…
Kylie Jenner’s pregnancy was confirmed by multiple news outlets last month, but the mama-to-be finally confirmed the news herself—she’s expecting baby number two! And she shared the exciting announcement in…