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No matter what your age, no matter what your stage—don't accept sexual problems as your new, unalterable reality.
Amniotic fluid is a dynamic liquid—it does a lot more than make for a cozy womb.
Newborn swaddle baths haven't been popularized just yet—but that could change, given the vast advantages over traditional methods.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should opt for paraben-free makeup and personal care products.
Although it’s not the fountain of youth or a magic elixir, this B vitamin has surprising ties to disease, aging and mental state.
Moms who have come before you offer their top tips for preparation and recovery.
It prevents ovulation and may slow the natural depletion of ovarian follicles, lowering the risk of early menopause.
Even the most highly educated among expectant moms can suffer anxiety and emotional trouble—and it could shape their little one's mind.
Women who have less sex may be more likely to start menopause earlier, as their bodies adopt what experts call a "use it or lose it" response.
More than 1 in 4 women who experience pregnancy loss will experience post-traumatic stress disorder within weeks.
A newborn in the house means old sleep routines are about to get uprooted.
Long-prohibited chemicals are still showing up in the blood of expectant moms—and it's likely affecting development of the baby.
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