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Photos from The Bump’s New York City Summer Glow on the Go Event!

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A few weeks ago, we invited our NYC Bumpies to come hang out with us, our amazing co-host Mama Glow and a dozen of our favorite pregnancy vendors for an evening of pampering, fun and (most importantly!) free stuff. While our mamas-to-be snacked on mini cupcakes, veggies and dip and sipped on cool,... read more

New Research Suggests Planning a Home Birth Could Be Safer — Do You Agree?

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According to the results of a new study put together by a team of Dutch researchers, women with low risk pregnancies who choose to give birth at home have a lower risk of suffering from severe complications when compared to women who planned a hospital birth. The study, performed in the Netherlands (which... read more

20 Moments That Made You Realize You’re a Daddy

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Father's Day is just a hop, skip and a jump away and it's time to celebrate the dudes' who've made it possible for us to become mothers. Though we love them, sometimes hate them and always wish they'd take a more active interest in doing the laundry (and the dishes), we've got to admit: There's... read more

Amazing New Pregnancy ‘Belt’ Lets Dad Feel Baby Kick for the First Time (WATCH!)

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Pregnancy is a beautiful nine-month whirlwind adventure that, in the end, will completely change everything. But while baby's busy cooking in mom's belly, there can come a point where daddy-to-be feels a little left out. It's not that we don't want him to be part of the adventure every step of the way, it's just... read more

It’s Official! Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez Expecting a Baby Boy

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Looks like it's going to be something borrowed and something blue for Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez! The parents-to-be confirmed that they are planning to welcome a baby boy this fall. Speaking with reporters at opening night of the Champs-Elysées Film Festival where he's serving as this year's honorary president, Olivier spilled the... read more

10 Blue-Inspired Must-Haves Fit for the Royal Baby Nursery

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Even though the due date on Kate Middleton's pregnancy is dwindling down by the second (mama-to-be is reportedly due on July 13th!), it looks like there's no slowing the expectant Duchess down! Tomorrow officially marks the start of her Royal Maternity Leave but over the weekend, she was spotted checking out... read more

Why Don’t People Help Pregnant Women Anymore?!

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I believe I am an independent and strong woman but I feel that during pregnancy women should get a"free pass." While I don't think this gives preggo's carte blanche to act entitled and irritable toward everyone around them, I do think giving them a helping hand is not too much to ask. Let me explain why. In...

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Kate Middleton’s Maternity Leave: How the Duchess Will Prep for Baby’s Arrival

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In the market for a long, relaxing maternity leave? Take notes from mommy-to-be Kate Middleton. The Duchess of Cambridge will reportedly be allowed to take a maternity leave, a palace insider says, beginning on June 13th. An anonymous source spoke to The Mirror on Sunday and shared, "Kate has really enjoyed her job... read more

Does Kim Kardashian Want to Eat Her Placenta for the Right Reasons?

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Another day, another amazing Kim Kardashian pregnancy tale. Today, the mama-to-be is contemplating eating her placenta -- and you're never going to guess why. On the next episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Kim is giving some serious thought to her life -- and her age -- after she gives birth to... read more

Kate Winslet Is Pregnant With Her Third Child!

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Pretty sure today is the one day of the year that everyone in Hollyland is going to announce that they're expecting (or the gender of their baby, or the name of their baby) -- and I'm actually thrilled that all of these A-list stars are welcoming babies into the world (though... read more