You may not look like you're pregnant in the early weeks. Discover 9 telltale signs you're in the first trimester, from symptoms to cravings. Looks can be deceiving. You might see a woman in her first trimester and not even realize she's pregnant. We can spend the majority of our pregnancies with a fairly flat belly that can still fit into regular clothes. Still, those early weeks can reveal some of the first signs of pregnancy. While the third trimester is all about backaches, tender breasts, and preparing for labor, the first trimester is on its way to making huge changes both in … [Read more...]

Curious how your second time pregnancy differs from the first? Learn what to expect and how this pregnancy can be different this time around. Second-time moms tend to be a bit more... relaxed, don't you think? We've already gone through one pregnancy and aren't as paranoid about all the things that could go wrong. We know that many of the fears and worries we had the first time around ("Oh, no—I ate a slice of ham that wasn't microwaved!") turned out to be nothing at all. And besides, with an older child in tow, we simply don't have the time to fuss. Yes, I was cautious during both … [Read more...]

Wondering when to start buying baby stuff during pregnancy? Learn the best time to start shopping for certain items like clothes and diapers. The first trimester can be tricky when it comes to planning for the baby. You're optimistic and excited to start shopping, but also cautious, unsure if it's too early. You may not have even told anyone that you're expecting, but don't want to sit idle during all this time, either. There seems to be so much to buy, but you don't exactly know when a good time would be to start making those purchases. I hear you, mama. I'm a planner myself, and … [Read more...]

Wondering what to put on your second baby registry? Take a look at these essential items you might be missing on your checklist. The crib, the stroller, the swing... I saved a ton of baby gear from my first baby, just in case I had another one. And about two and a half years later, I did decide to get pregnant again—except this time, I ended up with twins. Suddenly that single stroller wasn't going to cut it anymore. Many moms debate the etiquette of having a second baby registry. Does it seem needy or rude? Do people even HAVE baby showers for their second babies? It turns out, … [Read more...]

Wondering what basic needs a newborn has? Check out these baby essentials for the first 3 months, a great shopping list for first time moms! The last thing any newborn mom needs is to scramble for baby items after giving birth. As a first time mom, I wondered which ones are must haves that I should buy before the baby arrives so that I wouldn't have to during maternity leave. Specifically, which ones I'd need for those first three months. Because we've all seen lists of baby things to buy, but many of them the new baby won't need until a few months down the line. Others are nice to have, … [Read more...]