Pregnancy & Birth

Growing a human, hosting, performing, winning...what can't Carrie do?

Those brand new babies are like kryptonite for even the toughest among us!

When Sticking to Your Birth Plan Makes You an Idiot

1 in 3 pregnancies end in miscarriage, so how come we don't talk about it more?

I’m a mother of 6, and a Mormon. I have a good understanding of arguments surrounding abortion, religious and otherwise.

With the 20th Anniversary of Harry Potter being this year, it just made sense to throw this adorable Harry Potter themed

Any fears I’d had about not fully connecting with my son since I didn’t breastfeed him were unfounded.

American women are choosing to have fewer babies and the top reason might surprise you, and also make perfect sense...

Move over Prince Louis—it's Crew's time to shine.

It looks like motherhood is one of the best indicators of a healthy or lagging economy—here’s why.

If you're not following postpartum Chrissy Teigen on IG, you should. Like, immediately.

Don’t get me wrong—it’s amazing to say and hear those infamous three words. But if talk isn’t backed up by continual action, what good is it really?

Every parent wants a safe delivery and healthy baby, and during both of my pregnancies I was laser-focused.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Cord Blood Before You Deliver Your Baby

There’s a really AMAZING opportunity right after birth that could make a difference in a family’s future.

Life After Birth: 5 Ways to Take Care Of Yourself.

4 Things to Brave Cold and Flu Season with a Baby

Here are the things I’ve learned to keep on hand, now that I’ve had more than a few cold and flu seasons under my belt, to help baby deal with a fever.

The Most Accurate Labor Simulation Video I’ve Ever Seen.

balloon uterus birth labor simulation video demonstration with ping pong ball

One of the most popular questions first-time-mom’s ask is “what does labor feel like?” That is such a difficult question to answer, but the following video is the most accurate labor simulation video I’ve ever seen!

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Exercises for Vaginal Uterine Pelvic Prolapse

After the birth of my third child I quickly noticed some changes to my most intimate lady areas.

I am not a medical professional.

"Love me till I'm me again. "

I had no idea when I brought home our teeny tiny bundle that the biggest controversy we would encounter was how my husband and I chose to handle nighttime feedings. As in, we’d both be up taking care of our son. Together.

Are you planning a party menu? If you’re Whole30-ing, pregnant, or breastfeeding, you’re most likely not planning to partake in adult beverages.

5 Bedtime Tips to Help Baby Sleep Better (And Bond with You!)

Daylight Savings Time is just around the corner and I'm coming up with a game plan for dealing with this sweet babe of mine and his sleep schedule.

Baby # 4 is on his way. He’ll be my 3rd boy in a row, which keeps the transition of rooms from kid to kid pretty simple. But, there has been one predicament I have faced, though, while in my crazed nesting phase this past month. I have 1 crib, and will soon have 2 crib-sleeping kids.

Have you given birth? Maybe once or twice?

Is it Safe to Whole30 During my Pregnancy?

My Kid Is Still Wet at Night, But RELAX, It's Okay

Our youngest son just turned 4 and continues to wear nighttime protection because mostly, I don’t want to risk it. Because what’s worse than changing pee sheets in the middle of the night? NOT MUCH!

We're beginning to nudge ourselves back into routines and with my sweet 6-month-old being part of that mix I thought a post about bedtime tips for back to school was appropriate.

I’ve contemplated for many months if I should publish this or not.

For the past ten years, I’ve been slowly killing myself.

To my 12 remaining embryos,

My body went through a lot just in hopes that God would give me one of you. So when the Doctor called to tell us there were 14 of you, we were in shock.

I’m no stranger to depression.

My Postnatal Depression Made Me a BETTER Mom

I thought I'd recognize Postnatal Depression it if it hit me. I didn't. The first time I realized something was wrong, I was already on my way to familicide.

Science Says Sugar During Pregnancy Could Be Linked To Child’s Allergies

Hide your treats, Mamas! Researchers are now saying that there could be a link between intake of sugar during pregnancy and a child's allergies.

Sleep helps your family thrive. These 5 bedtime tips for helping baby sleep better aren’t just for that sweet babe, they’re for your entire family’s health and wellness.