Pregnancy hormones can make your skin go bonkers! But with a long list of ingredients to avoid until your due date, what are you supposed to do if you get a pimple (or a whole bunch of ’em)? Follow this easy plan for clear skin from Ariel Ostad, M.D., a dermatologist in New York City. […]
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Shopping for jeans is never easy—least of all when you’re sporting a baby bump. But much like your favorite pre-pregnancy pair, the right maternity jeans will never let you down. Here, the best denim for your baby-making bod. Old Navy Maternity Full-Panel Skinny Jeans ($35, oldnavy.com) 7 For All Mankind Secret Fit Belly® 5 Pocket […]
“I don’t deprive myself of anything. If I feel like I need some ice cream, I’m gonna eat the ice cream—just as long as I know it’s coming from a cow that doesn’t have antibiotics in it,” Alyssa told us on her photo shoot. “I just try to eat really clean.” Alyssa posted this yummy-looking […]
Hiking is a great way to stay active during pregnancy, but it does take some special considerations. Keep these 10 safety tips in mind.
Pregnancy is full of excitement—and questions. From pregnancy safe foods to activities you should avoid for the next 40 weeks, we have your guide to what’s safe and what’s not. Nix Six Flags trips until after D-day. You may think hopping on a thrill ride is no big deal when your babe is only the […]
Alyssa Milano, soon-to-be a mother of two, talks new motherhood, prenatal nutrition, and her favorite pregnancy exercises. Plus, the very conscious decision she made about how to approach this pregnancy. Want more Milano? Check out the August/September issue of Fit Pregnancy—on newsstands now! (Or, download it on iTunes and GooglePlay beginning Friday, July 28.)
When Kate Middleton and Prince William had their first baby, it seemed like the whole world was anxiously awaiting the deets (and pics!). Now, we have a year’s worth of photos to reflect on. Happy Birthday, Prince George!
A new study finds an association between exposure to pesticides during pregnancy and having children with autism. Though avoiding gross chemicals is always a good idea, it’s important to note that researchers found a link; they didn’t prove causation. (So don’t sell your house just yet.) Watch to learn more about the study. Related: Can These Common […]
You’ve seen the backlash against celebrities who have posted breastfeeding selfles online, and now, a California mom created more controversy when she shared a similar photo on Facebook. Why is breastfeeding so taboo? Tell us what you think on Twitter @FitPregnancy. Related: The Ultimate Guide to Breastfeeding
We’re so excited to announce that in the next couple of weeks, Lamaze International will launch a new look for Giving Birth with Confidence! You’ll still receive the same great resources and articles, but now you’ll see it in an updated, fresh new look, in addition to these helpful new features: Like our current site, […]
Finding a go-to dress for summer’s seemingly endless wedding season becomes even more of a challenge when you’re fitting a growing belly. “It’s definitely difficult because your body is changing, and you’ve never had to dress this way before,” says Robin Saperstein, a Los Angeles-based stylist whose main clientele is moms. “You just need to […]
Hello, Jetsons! The Boon Flair High Chair is both mod and low maintenance. A one-piece seat means easy-to-clean nooks, and a button at the base adjusts the height to fit dinner tables and breakfast bars. No wonder celebrity moms, Lisa Ling and Melissa Joan Hart, are fans. ($280, amazon.com) Pull up a (high) chair that […]