Your New Life
Welcome to motherhood! Your new life begins here. And we're with you, every step of the way—from those first sleepless nights with your newborn to the day you realize you're ready to try for number two. Here, you'll find expert advice and information on everything from breastfeeding to bedtime routines and fitness to finances. Be sure to check out our Real Mom blogs, as new moms like you share their own journeys through motherhood.
Postnatal Workouts
- Ab Rehab
- Learn the right way to get rid of your post-baby pooch.
- Not Your Mama's Workout
- Are you ready to sweat? Strengthen your body, lose the baby weight and start to feel like yourself again with a circuit-style workout designed just for new moms.
- Targeted Exercises
- Seven weight-loss strategies to win the war on those extra pounds. Plus, the best exercises to get your abs back.
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Food & Nutrition
- Slow Going
- Constipation is so common that it’s rare for new moms not to experience it.
- In The Rough
- During pregnancy, you need fiber more than ever to keep things running smoothly. Our five delicious recipes make getting your daily fix simple.
- The best weight-loss tips for new moms
- Healthful eating is important for everyone, but it’s especially critical if you’ve just had a baby.
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Breastfeeding
- Other Mothers’ Milk
- Some moms just aren’t able to breastfeed. Fortunately, these women can still give their babies the breast milk they need.
- Breastfeeding Essentials
- Beat the Booby Traps
- A Smart Start
- The early days of breastfeeding are crucial. Follow these seven simple steps to success.
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Motherhood
- War of the Words
- While the Internet can bring women together, it also fuels the “mommy wars.” Here’s how to steer clear of conflict.
- Your Incredible Shrinking Brain
- Pregnancy brain is real, a new study shows
- Real Life Single Moms
- Being pregnant is challenging. Doing it on your own, even more so. Here, three single moms share their stories.
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Fatherhood
- Daddy's Home!
- When mom goes back to work and dad stays home with the baby, pitfalls can arise. Here’s how to surmount them.
- Tackling Fatherhood?
- Equip yourself for duty with these six cool dad-friendly picks.
- Dad Advice
- Guys like advice in easily digestible chunks. And who better to serve it up than other men who've been there?
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Work & Money
- Protect Your Family Financially
- Smart planning tips for your growing family
- The Working Woman's Guide to Pregnancy
- Our detailed guide covers breaking the news at work, navigating maternity leave, and more.
- Protect Your Family
- Smart Financial Planning for Your Family
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Health
- Your Post-Baby Checkup
- It's vital that every women has a postpartum checkup
- Constipation During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Constipation is so common that it’s rare for moms not to experience it.
- Road to Recovery
- Targeted moves to help you get your body back
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Sex & Relationships
- Infidelity While Pregnant
- Infidelity during pregnancy is not as uncommon as you might think.
- Change Begins At Home
- It's easier than you think to help make lives better for families, including your own. Rule No. 1: Activism begins at home.
- How I Told Him
- Tell us how you told your mate that you are pregnant!
