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Have you experienced pregnancy-induced insomnia and do you have any tips that helped manage or reduce it? Thanks for any advice!

How close in age do you think kids need to be for a double stroller to be worth it? Our first will be 2 yr 7 months when our 2nd is born. Our first is currently right at 2 and we use our stroller at l… more

Any recommendations on a wearable pump? I hear mixed things on most of the big names like willow and Elvie. And I feel like online reviews are paid - would love to hear your experiences and reccos

I had my first baby in 2023 and now due in august with my second baby. My insurance offers two breast pumps- have breast pumps changed much in last 2 years? I have a spectra s1. I do need new parts an… more

Any tricks to understand which flow nipple is appropriate for newborns? Using Philips avent and can’t seem to understand if 1 is too slow or 2 is too fast. Baby isn’t choking or spitting up but does g… more

Calves are starting to swell 😮‍💨 give me your compression stocking recommendations.

I promised myself I'd actually get some this pregnancy 😅

Advice for the baby blues? 2 weeks PP? feel like a dark cloud is hanging above me

Avoid Mat Leave Re-org?

Last time when I took mat leave, I came back with a reorg for a completely different role and team that I didn’t sign up for.

I was also not consulted in the process, so it was a big surpr… more

Mamas who had a c-section, how long did you wait before trying for your next baby? And how was your pregnancy?

Anyone else experienced second trimester fatigue? Had all my energy back after finishing first trimester several weeks ago and feeling like I’m back at first trimester exhaustion. Would love to hear i… more

In the thick of the 3-4 month sleep regression. Takes long to put baby to bed and he only naps for 45 minutes. Any tips, tricks, words of encouragement?

What are the rules or recommendations around alcohol and breastfeeding, especially near the beginning? Do they relax later? (Nearing the end of my pregnancy and wondering when I’ll be able to drink ag… more

What week will I awaken from my zombie state? 11.5 weeks…more energy please. Tired of being tired.

Vaginal delivery or elective C-section?

Someone plz tell me the newborn phase gets better lol

Sorry if this is too much but did anyone experience weird post partum symptoms? I’m a week PP and found I have some bumps down there. They don’t hurt but definitely feel them

Anyone have the Willow 360 (which you can pump and lay down in?). Curious how it’s been. Debating getting it as my second pump via insurance (have a hand me down spectra for my primary).

How many weeks after c-section did you stop experiencing vaginal bleeding?

Any recommendations for comfortable sandals for swollen pregnancy feet in the summer months? Thank you!

At what point during pregnancy do you expect your SO to be on baby watch?

My SO has times where he puts his phone on silent and forgets to turn it back on, resulting where I can't get ahold of him … more

Hello! What do you feed your babies (6 months over) to help with constipation? I have tried most the of the p fruits, prune juice, apple juice, sips of water ( my baby is not a fan of water) but nothi… more

Need help deciphering this because my hormones may be getting the best of me. I will have 2 under 2 and am currently pregnant. Communicated to team and planning transition and coverage now. A few coll… more

Any old wives tales work for you to go into labor? Very much so at the end and would love for baby to arrive this weekend without having an actual medical induction. 2cm and 70% for what it’s worth an… more

Anyone have different symptoms in 1st versus 2nd pregnancies? I had horrible nausea and vomiting the first time but it’s been much milder this time (both girls and have seen the baby on ultrasound and… more

Any pregnancy friendly wedding guest dress recommendations? I’ll be 7 months pregnant for late summer weddings in the Midwest. Attire for both weddings is semi-formal and would love any bump friendly … more

Planning a baby moon in Hawaii. Recommendations on what island we should visit? Oahu, Maui or Kauai? Looking for relaxation, great beaches with of course good food! I’ll be around 28 weeks pregnant

What’s the most appropriate time to let your workplace know you’re pregnant? Assuming > 12 weeks. What is the latest that you have waited to tell?

Any tips for those in 1st or 2nd trimester to minimize the toll flying takes on your body?

Anyone have experience with early labor? Been having off and on contractions for 2 days now but they’re not close enough to go to the hospital (15 mins to every hour). They’re still painful so just an… more

Pregnant with third baby! Does anyone have experience switching jobs while pregnant? Got a dream job and would still qualify for leave at new company (and they know I’m pregnant) but still feel like i… more

Anyone test negative at 11dpo and still conceive?

Came back from maternity leave earlier this year and have been struggling with having a seat at the table during deals. I am moving from a delivery focused role to being more sales oriented. I was pre… more

How do you avoid breast sagging during/after breastfeeding? Is there anything that helps, like oils, lotions, work outs, supportive bra etc? Any tips are appreciated!

Any tips for a quick and easy labor?

11 months post partum and I am an emotional roller coaster with lots of anxiety.

Has anyone used Rebel to buy baby gear? It keeps showing up on my advertisements, so I've been considering it for odds and ends I don't already have.

Is belly wrapping really that effective in helping with diastis recti, getting your belly back to its pre pregnancy stage. I am 12 months post partum and I still have diastis recti and I can't hel… more

Is anyone planning on placenta encapsulation? How did you decide and what company are you using?

Anyone here who has registered for Cord blood registry? What has your experience been like? Any other similar but less expensive service that is available? Also, can the well being subsidy be used for… more