8 Pregnancy Hacks to Get You Through the Next 9 Months

posted by Jill Krause 1 hour ago in Pregnancy

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Have you recently found yourself staring at a positive pregnancy test? First, congratulations! Second, I'm sorry for all the unsolicited advice you just signed yourself up for.

It's very possible by now you've heard or read a lot of popular pregnancy tips, like using a hair elastic to make your jeans a size bigger, or the importance of finding a good body pillow.

I'm here to give you some equally helpful unsolicited advice that you may not have heard already.

Style Savvy

What Your Pregnancy Style Says About You (PHOTOS)

posted by Maressa Brown 3 hours ago in Pregnancy

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No matter how much time you spend trying to conceive and planning for a baby, how you're going to dress once you're carrying your little one isn't exactly something most of us spend that much time on. It's more likely that your maternity style takes shape once you're pregnant, and you find yourself gravitating to one style or another. But once that happens -- boom! You're totally giving your mama personality away!

Here, 7 lovely, popular maternity looks that might be yours, too, and what they say about you.

Pregnancy To-Do List Awww!

Kristen Bell's Baby Bump Hits the Red Carpet (PHOTO)

posted by Suzee Skwiot 7 hours ago in Pregnancy

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Kristen Bell confirmed she is expecting her second child with Dax Shepard just last month, and we've been waiting for Veronica Mars/Princess Anna to show off her growing baby bump ever since. Last night she finally did, and if there's one thing we learned from her debut, it's that pregnant ladies are bringing sexy back.

Not only is she glowing because, hello, baby, but the dress accentuates her growing curves yet is relaxed and comfortable all at the same time. Check it:

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Man's 'Maternity Pics' Go Viral -- You've Gotta See This 'Bump'! (PHOTOS)

posted by Maressa Brown 8 hours ago in Pregnancy

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Opting to do a pregnancy photo shoot is a pretty personal decision for any mom-to-be. Some of us are certainly more comfortable flaunting our pregnant bodies -- nude or not -- than others, and that's perfectly okay! But when one mom recently decided against posing for maternity pics, her husband chose to pose for "male maternity" shots as an alternative. Yes, really.

Austin dad-to-be Justin Sylvester, aka Reddit user DruishPrincess69, posted on the social media site, writing, "My wife didn't want to take maternity pictures, so I hired a photographer and took her place." The result: Viral sensation, obviously!

Check out a couple of photographer Kerri Lohmeier's priceless "man-ternity" photos below.

That's Criminal

Pregnant Moms Should Be Treated With Respect -- Even When They're Prisoners

posted by Michele Zipp 8 hours ago in Pregnancy

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It's hard to believe we live in such barbaric times that women are forced to have c-sections against their will and are being shackled during pregnancy. Even though there is a law against the latter, pregnant inmates are still put in restraints. We have to remember the baby growing inside any pregnant inmate's body. That child has rights. That child didn't commit a crime. That child deserves to be protected. That cannot happen when a mother is shackled. Imagine wearing hand- and ankle-cuffs and trying to walk when pregnant. Imagine being shackled to a bed unable to sit up properly or move around to accommodate your baby bump.

Yet restraints are still being used on incarcerated mothers-to-be.

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Vanessa Lachey Shares the Healthy Pregnancy Secret She Swears By

posted by Maressa Brown 10 hours ago in Pregnancy

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When Nick Lachey revealed that his wife Vanessa Lachey is pregnant with their second baby, the world pretty much let out a collective "squee!" If their firstborn kiddo, Camden, is any indication of how much more adorable they're going to bring into the world, well, we almost can't stand it. So happy for them!

It's equally heartening to hear that Vanessa is feeling fantastic through this pregnancy, thanks to an exercise regimen (she recently credited her "self-discipline" for keeping herself and her baby girl "happy & healthy!") and certain diet choices -- like one in particular Vanessa calls a "superfood for pregnancy."

So, what is this magical "superfood," you wonder?

Love It!

Pregnant Pole Dancer Does Most Beautiful 'Bump' & Grind Ever (VIDEO)

posted by Michele Zipp 10 hours ago in Pregnancy

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Some people think that pregnant women should be sitting down and resting most of the time, putting their feet up and noshing on raw carrots and drinking coconut water. This is true, but only some of the time. Women can do many things while pregnant, and we should. We should celebrate our bodies and abilities to create life. One mom did just that with what may be one of the sexiest pole dances a pregnant woman has ever performed.

People hear "pole dancing" and think negative things. But this is beauty, showing admiration for the pregnant body and our abilities. Watch.

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Alicia Keys Announces Pregnancy With Sweet Pic (PHOTO)

posted by Suzee Skwiot 10 hours ago in Pregnancy

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It's no surprise that celebrity baby announcements always seem to trump your average "I'm pregnant!" post. And our latest Hollywood mama who went all out? Alicia Keys, who is pregnant with her second child with husband Swizz Beatz.

And their announcement timing was absolutely perfect. Both Alicia and Swizz posted similar pictures to their Instagrams, but here's the best part: they announced it on their actual anniversary. How romantical! Take a look:

Health Check

Sex After Giving Birth: What Should You Expect?

posted by Maressa Brown Yesterday at 3:39 PM in Pregnancy

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Every woman's birth experience is unique, but there's a common question many of us want our health care provider to answer ASAP: How soon can I have sex after having a baby? (The answer: Approximately six weeks if you've delivered vaginally and up to eight if by C-section, notes Jennifer Ashton, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.) But it can be even more helpful to know exactly what you should expect sex to be like once you actually do get back into the swing of things with your partner.

Here, 6 things to know about sex after baby.

Say What!?

7 Ways Your Baby's Name Determines Her Fate

posted by Maressa Brown Yesterday at 3:37 PM in Pregnancy

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As if parents didn't already feel enough pressure to find the perfect baby name that suits the child but also perhaps pays tribute to a loved one and, of course, sends the right "message" to the world, now comes proof that the name you choose carries serious weight. In a recent article, The Atlantic writer Cody C. Delistraty posits that your name is actually a major dealmaker or dealbreaker in all different facets of life.

Here, 7 ways your child's name could shape their fate.