Pregnancy

Severe maternal morbidity refers to life-threatening complications that arise during childbirth. While it’s a topic no one wants to think about while expecting, it sadly still affects a number of pregnancies in the United States. As of 2021, postpartum hemorraging remained the leading cause of prevental maternal death in America. Now, one study is finding

“How do I stop worrying about the chance of a miscarriage? I’m 13 weeks pregnant, and everything is good so far, but I’m still in a constant panic.” ~ WTE user Donna K How I wish I could wave a magic “no worry” wand over you and all the other moms-to-be who find themselves stuck in

What many parents do not know until they have unintentionally woken their babies, is that babies can cry in their sleep. It is a normal part of development, but it does not make loud screaming any less unnerving for parents. This is because most often, the root of the problem can be determined when soothing

Migraines are unfortunately a common issue that affect many Americans. But experts are saying pregnant women who experience them may be at an increased risk for complications. A study from the American Academy of Neurology and National Institutes of Health looked at over 30,000 pregnancies in approximately 19,000 women over a 20-year period. Of the

If you’re on social media, you’ve likely encountered misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine. Unfortunately, many of these rumors focus on miscarriage, with some viral posts claiming that the vaccine increases risk of pregnancy loss. Miscarriage, the unexpected end of a pregnancy before 20 weeks, occurs in around 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies, and pregnancy

If you have a common vision problem, such as hyperopia (farsightedness), myopia (nearsightedness), or astigmatism (blurry vision at all distances), then you’re likely familiar with contact lenses. Many people prefer contacts to frames since it gives them a glasses-free look without blurry vision. But as convenient as contact lenses are, they come with a variety

In previous research, experts have begun to understand how everyday life and environmental factors like climate change can impact pregnancy. Previous research has shown phthalates—chemicals which are added to make plastic more flexible and found in several everyday items—may negatively impact pregnant women. Now one study is finding they may disrupt a hormone that is

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that can cause abnormally long or infrequent menstrual periods, an excess of male (androgen) hormone levels, and follicles on the ovaries, which can prevent eggs from regularly being released. It’s more common and severe in people who carry extra weight. The exact causes of PCOS are unknown,

Moms work hard—like, really hard! From pregnancy to the toddler years and beyond, the physical and emotional labor never stops. So when it comes time to treat your partner, sister or pregnant friend to a little something for her birthday or Mother’s Day,, it’s worth pulling out all the stops. One gift that hits the

Teething on cribs is very common for babies to do. And because it seems to happen out of nowhere, parents may put babies down for a nap only to come back after babies wake up to find the railing adorned with tiny teeth marks. When this happens, there is little that can be done to

Experts have long said that maternal body mass index (BMI) affects the child’s birth weight. While this is true, a new study is finding that maternal BMI may not be a strong predictor of childhood obesity later on in life. The study was published February 1 in BMC Medicine by researchers from University of Bristol

The start of 2022 has been a rollercoaster for many parents. More coronavirus cases have been recorded this month than at any other point in the COVID-19 pandemic, fueled by the highly contagious Omicron variant. And although many have characterized the variant as “mild,” Omicron in kids has led to school and day care disruptions,

A new study has found that vaginal birth after cesarian (VBAC) can increase the risk of a serious perineal tear. Childbirth is never for the faint of heart, and it is something that a lot of women fear. Even though it happens every day, all across the world, women are anxious about giving birth, and

Nothing prepares you for being a new mom-to-be. But that first go-around won’t necessarily prepare you for your second journey either. My first pregnancy was quite magical. I was able to exercise comfortably throughout the entire nine+ months, I never once experienced morning sickness and I had only a few minimal migraines in the first

Carter’s biggest sale of the year, the semi-annual Baby Love Event, is underway. Now through February 16, you can shop discounts on the brand’s bodysuits, sweater sets, dresses, pants, pajamas and so much more.  Shop online and have it shipped to your home (free on orders $35 and up), or choose in-store pickup or curbside

When babies have head colds, one of the tools that most parents reach for is a snot sucker. This is because babies are unable to blow their noses to clear their breathing passageways, which is necessary to both eat and sleep. But with the amount of sucking, it can take to clear the nostrils and

obé is offering The Bump readers their first month FREE! ($27 value)* So you’ve been cleared by your doctor to start exercising post-baby. You have the gear, you have the fitness program (check out our Move Like a Mama program on obé Fitness!) and you have the space. The only thing that’s MIA? Your motivation.

February is the month for stocking up on all things baby. To help us save on everything from major purchases (hello, new stroller!) to diapers, Amazon has come to the rescue. The site just launched its February Baby Sale, which is offering serious discounts on must-have products for parents. We rounded up our favorite deals from Amazon’s

Shay Mitchell and Matte Babel are expecting their second child together! The Pretty Little Liars alum confirmed the news on her Instagram page with 32.1 million followers. In the pregnancy announcement, Shay shared a trio of topless photos showing her growing baby bump. The actress opened up in the caption about how she discovered she

Raising emotionally intelligent, empathetic and congenial children is a priority for many parents. It may sound like a massive feat, but there are simple ways to instill important lessons early on. For starters, toys go a long way in helping to shape a kid’s view of the world. Babies and toddlers develop core values and