Baby Registry Must-Haves
I remember the day my husband and I, in all our naivete, went to create our baby registry. Four hours later, we emerged from the store anxious, bewildered, and in need of a very long nap. Attempting to stock yourself…
Pregnancy
A Guide to Pregnancy
Ah, pregnancy. One of the most beautiful and strangest experiences of your life. From the nausea and constant need to pee to the first flutters of movement from the tiny creature inside you, you quickly learn your body is not…
The Terrifying Isolation of Postpartum Depression
It hit me when we were packing up to leave the hospital. As I dressed my daughter in her first outfit and placed her in her carrier, I got an anxious feeling in my stomach. It got worse as we…
PARENT TO KNOW: Sarah Hayes Harkins
Professional dancer Sarah Hayes Harkins is currently performing her 14th season in Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker. But this year’s preparation has been a bit tougher than others. She and her husband Payton welcomed daughter Frankie in July. We caught up…
What It's Like to Be Pregnant in the Year of COVID-19
A mom-to-be shares how the coronavirus has affected her second pregnancy
9 Most Common Pregnancy Myths
Understanding the dos and don’ts when you’re expecting.
Getting Out and About as a New Mom
How to maintain social interaction during the days of new parenthood.
Exercise to Relieve Pregnancy Pains
A little exercise can go a long way in building strength and feeling well throughout your pregnancy.
A Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist: The High-Risk Pregnancy Expert
Why a maternal-fetal medicine specialist is important for pregnant women considered high-risk.
Reduce Your Chance of Having Another Preterm Baby
Learn more about a treatment that can help women who have had a preterm birth reduce their chances of experiencing another one.
Where to Babymoon in Charlotte
Our suggestions for where to getaway, relax and unwind before your new addition to the family arrives.
Zika, Pregnancy and Birth Defects
Now that you know what Zika virus is, here's information every pregnant woman needs to know.
Pregnant This Summer? Slip Into Style With Comfort
Dress your baby bump with pregnancy-friendly details like organic cotton, slip-on kicks and nontoxic nail polish.
Zika Virus: What is It?
There is no cure for the Zika virus. Learn as much as you can, and don't get bitten!
Finding Answers to Postpartum Depression: There’s an App for That
Researchers are engaging women in a research study through a free iPhone app.
What Does Natural Birth Really Feel Like?
A local midwife shares her birthing experience.
Emily Maynard Johnson: At Home in Charlotte
Emily Maynard Johnson's new book, “I Said Yes,” hits stands March 1. We chatted with her about her new family life, and here’s what she had to say.
Do Infertility Treatments Cause Developmental Delays in Children?
Researchers studied assessment scores of 1,800 children born to women who became pregnant after receiving infertility treatments.
More Companies Expanding Parental Leave Benefits
Thumbs up for companies expanding paid parental leave benefits
Postpartum Depression Is Very Real
"Nashville" star Hayden Panettiere's battle with postpartum depression brings topic into spotlight
5 Unconventional Tips for Moms to Lose the Baby Weight
Helpful tips for postpartum weight loss.
Boho Bump: Hippie Chic Maternity Style
Dress your bump in this bohemian-inspired look.
Making the Case for a Gentler C-section
Hospitals are taking steps to create a more natural birthing environment in the operating room.
The Secrets to Raising a Baby in Charlotte
15 of our favorite tips for local mamas, from pregnancy through preschool.
