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In the past 30 years, there has been a steep rise in the number of twins born. In the UK today, 1 out of 65 pregnancies is a twin pregnancy. That means 1 in 32 babies is born a twin! The US has seen an incredible 76% increase in twins…

According to a new study, exercise during pregnancy can enhance your newborn's brain development. Traditionally, women were advised to avoid physical activity during pregnancy. Now, new research released at the Society for Neuroscience…

The babymoon is billed as a couple's last chance retreat. A time-out before a new baby arrives. An opportunity for romance, relaxation and fun. It's a chance to catch your breath and bond - really, a babymoon is whatever you want it to…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZ1oxXod9TQ Pregnancy Announcements are getting creative, quirky and more public. The latest viral announcement to make the rounds online is a cheesy and fun rap video from Utah. The black and white video is…

It's a new week. Maybe you are already feeling worn out and tired. Maybe your feet are swelling, you're feeling nauseous or just a little stressed out. Have a lot to do? Feeling a little overwhelmed? Or maybe a little underwhelmed by what…

Swaddling is the topic of the hour. Some experts say it can be harmful to your baby's development,and advise against it completely - yet the technique has been used by cultures around the world for thousands of years. The topic has been…

If you're thinking about getting pregnant, there are a few things you may want to get done first. Here is a checklist of 8 things you should do before you start trying to conceive. Been there, done that and have some wisdom to share? Let…

Rubbing a stranger's belly is a breach of etiquette (and at least a little weird) in most places. Now, women in Pennsylvania have been reminded that they shouldn't stand for strangers touching their pregnant bellies without their…

Queenie Liao created a nap time adventure  series that leaves us all wondering what babies dream about. In her beautiful photographic series Wengenn in Wonderland (see vid and a selection of pictures below), the Chinese mother…

Photographer, Sophie Starzenski has captured the attention of women around the globe with her intimate photo series "Proyecto Pyokko." The project, which she describes as simply "40 weeks and a mirror"  documents her own growing bump and …

Congratulations! You're pregnant. It may take a minute to sink in...but once it has, only one question remains: NOW WHAT?!  Here are a few suggestions (and some helpful links) to get you on your way. Calculate your due date. You will…

Halloween is just around the corner, and if you haven't decided on a costume just yet, there is still time! It doesn't have to be all guts and gore either. Choose something fun. Dress up the baby - it makes for great pictures and creates…