pregnancy

Fit, fabulous... and pregnant! Yep, that's the way it should be. When Meaghen Murphy the Features/Fitness Director at SELF Magazine reached out to us to share some news on pregnancy and healthy and it turns out, exercise can give you a healthy happy pregnancy.  Related: Pregnancy ...read more

No doubt  it's an incredibly stressful time. And this anxiety and worry can manifest in lots of ways that affect more than our moods and emotional status.  One physical effect of nonstop stress? Your skin might break out. Our body’s stress response puts our immune system into ...read more

It's our sixth annual Ultimate Baby Shower and Giveaway event at Momtrends. Scroll through to see a few of our favorite must-haves, and enter to win one of everything below. I’m going to admit something that you’re not supposed to admit...  Baby #3 was—gasp—not ...read more

Are you expecting or thinking trying? The new book 9 Months In, 9 Months Out: A Scientist's Tale of Pregnancy and Parenthood is a must-have for parents ready for this journey. This new pregnancy book combines science and experience. Better Pregnancy Books Decades ago, I remember ...read more

If you follow any millennial mom-influencers on Instagram, chances are you've seen a DockATot or two pop into your feed. In all honesty, I, too, discovered this now-big-name brand via social media about three years ago. My then 18-month -old daughter wasn't sleeping through the ...read more

I was sure that this time, I'd go early. Baby would spontaneously come--fast and furious-- and likely in the middle of the night (you know, for dramatic effect). I was positive we'd be in business a couple days shy of 40 weeks. Babies have a funny way of turning the world upside ...read more

Writing this post at 37 weeks and four days pregnant (but who's counting?), and lemme tell you I'm feeling a bit torn. On one hand: I'm so ready to be done. On the other: I'm so not ready to juggle the demands of three kids, return to a place of not sleeping, like, ever, to ...read more

Eating "right" during pregnancy can be hard. You've got nausea and cravings and hunger pangs to contend with. Still, it's possibly to maintain a healthy diet and stay fit during those challenging nine months. Luckily, we can help get you on the right path with some pro tips from ...read more

About 10 percent (6.1 million) of women in the United States between the ages of 15 and 44 have difficulty getting or staying pregnant, and the psychological toll can be great. Infertility can be a lonely and challenging journey. Women struggling to get pregnant may consider ...read more

Oh, pregnancy... You are full of delights and surprises. Morning sickness, extreme exhaustion, aches, pains, and, oh yeah, the gift that keeps on giving: stretch marks.  I was fortunate enough to ward off those not-so attractive lines in my first two pregnancies; and if I'm ...read more

Yesterday, we talked about the maternity basics, the things you will NEED to survive and thrive in comfort and style for almost ten months of pregnancy.  Of course, you can't always rock cozy leggings and simple tanks. Sometimes, you need to dress the bump up for work, for play, ...read more

When I was pregnant with my first, I didn't really make a big deal of telling people. My husband and I simply told family and friends, personally, one by one. And, eventually, through the grapevine, everybody got the memo that I was going to be a mama. By the time my daughter ...read more

MUST-HAVE 1: Love to Dream Swaddles Babies need quality sleep. And, you know, what Mamas do too! Nevertheless, getting sufficient zzz’s when you have a newborn at home can be quite the challenge. Research shows that babies sleep better if they are swaddled and ...read more

It's pretty obvious that we love discovering the latest and greatest in all things BABY here at Momtrends. It's incredible how quickly things change in that market space. New registry must-haves and gotta-have gear seemingly appear in stores overnight. It's fascinating... even ...read more

I'm sharing this Ginger Lemonade recipe for anyone who wants to sip a booze-free drink. There's no need for moms who are skipping out on alcohol need to miss out on a tasty summer cocktail. Here's an easy recipe for sparkling ginger limeade mocktail that'll hit the spot on hot ...read more

I know the subscription box craze has been around a while now, but I'm just as addicted as ever to them. I mean who doesn't love a good surprise? And there are SO many subscription boxes out there right now, there's surely something for everyone. In fact, I've come across a few ...read more

We just discovered a fantastic new nursing dress line. As busy moms we want clothes that looks great but also pieces that are functional. One of our favorites is Alison Britt, mother of three and entrepreneur who is committed to manufacturing beautiful, well-made nursing ...read more

The third trimester is all about comfort. With the excitement of the upcoming baby, I have been loving have a surge of energy that got me through the back-to-school season and our recent anniversary. For our much-needed (and appreciated) night out, I opted for a simple, yet ...read more