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Jen Affleck Answers All Our Questions About Doing Dancing With the Stars Postpartum
Pregnancy & Parenthood

Jen Affleck Answers All Our Questions About Doing Dancing With the Stars Postpartum

And she shares what it’s actually like competing against her Mormon Wives costar Whitney Leavitt.
The Data Has Never Been Clearer That You Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy
Pregnancy & Parenthood

The Data Has Never Been Clearer That You Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy

A new analysis sheds light on safety and benefits—for both mom and baby.
The Hospital Bag Essentials SELF Parents Swear By
Pregnancy & Parenthood

The Hospital Bag Essentials SELF Parents Swear By

Get a head start on packing with our checklist.
Nothing About a $5K ‘Baby Bonus’ Makes Me Want to Have a Kid
Pregnancy & Parenthood

Nothing About a $5K ‘Baby Bonus’ Makes Me Want to Have a Kid

I’m 30, engaged, and a woman. If anyone were to be convinced, it should be me.
Do Postpartum Belly Bands and Wraps Actually Help With Core Recovery?
Pregnancy & Parenthood

Do Postpartum Belly Bands and Wraps Actually Help With Core Recovery?

Experts break down what these products can—and can’t—do for you after giving birth.
Jennifer Lawrence Wants You to Know About Her Postpartum Anxiety Meds
Depression

Jennifer Lawrence Wants You to Know About Her Postpartum Anxiety Meds

The Oscar winner shares what helped her significantly.
I Could Not Goop My Way Out of Infertility
Pregnancy & Parenthood

I Could Not Goop My Way Out of Infertility

I was desperate for control. Who was in charge of this body if not me?
One Pre-Pregnancy Blood Test That Can Reveal Your Risk for Complications, According to a New Study
Pregnancy & Parenthood

One Pre-Pregnancy Blood Test That Can Reveal Your Risk for Complications, According to a New Study

Having high cholesterol before conceiving could spell trouble down the line.
The Dangers of Casting Doubt on Tylenol&-the One Painkiller Safe for Use During Pregnancy
Health

The Dangers of Casting Doubt on Tylenol—the One Painkiller Safe for Use During Pregnancy

Trump’s advice to avoid the medication over unfounded links to autism could harm both moms and babies.
Soccer Star Alex Morgan Has Retired from Competition&-Both on and off the Field
Sports

Soccer Star Alex Morgan Has Retired from Competition—Both on and off the Field

Tired of being pitted against other moms, she's partnering with organic formula company Bobbie for their campaign 'There’s No Scoreboard in Motherhood'
My Lupus Symptoms Went Away During Pregnancy&-but Returned With a Vengeance Postpartum
Lupus

My Lupus Symptoms Went Away During Pregnancy—but Returned With a Vengeance Postpartum

“I feel like every day I wake up and there’s something new.”
We Need to Talk About Maternal Mental Health&-Before It’s Too Late
Pregnancy & Parenthood

We Need to Talk About Maternal Mental Health—Before It’s Too Late

A new study of almost 200,000 women proves that moms are not okay.
Hoda Kotb Is Ready for Her ‘Joy’ Era
Life

Hoda Kotb Is Ready for Her ‘Joy’ Era

At 60, the longtime morning show host moved to the suburbs, leaned into mom life, and started a business. And she couldn’t be happier.
What to Know About Bleeding During Pregnancy
Pregnancy & Parenthood

What to Know About Bleeding During Pregnancy

It can sometimes be normal—and other times, cause for concern.
Motherhood on Mushrooms: Microdosing Psilocybin Helped Me Cope with Parenting Stress
Mental Health

Motherhood on Mushrooms: Microdosing Psilocybin Helped Me Cope with Parenting Stress

I tried to find calm, one tiny dose at a time.
My Eating Disorder Made Pregnancy Almost Impossible&-and It’s Still Messing With Me Postpartum
Pregnancy & Parenthood

My Eating Disorder Made Pregnancy Almost Impossible—and It’s Still Messing With Me Postpartum

Seven months after my daughter’s birth, I’m still working to shift my focus and embrace the new skin I’m in.
I Had Postpartum Preeclampsia Like Meghan Markle. Here’s What It Was Like
Pregnancy & Parenthood

I Had Postpartum Preeclampsia Like Meghan Markle. Here’s What It Was Like

It was a hard diagnosis to wrap my head around as a first-time mom.
What You Need to Know About the Rare Pregnancy Complication 33-Year-Old Influencer ‘Nurse Hailey’ Died From
Pregnancy & Parenthood

What You Need to Know About the Rare Pregnancy Complication 33-Year-Old Influencer ‘Nurse Hailey’ Died From

Plus, the risk factors and warning signs to keep in mind.
15 RSV Symptoms in Babies All Caregivers Should Be Aware of Right Now
RSV

15 RSV Symptoms in Babies All Caregivers Should Be Aware of Right Now

Plus, when to seek urgent care for a sick child.
What You Really Need to Know About the RSV Vaccine for Fall 2024
RSV

What You Really Need to Know About the RSV Vaccine for Fall 2024

If you’re pregnant, have a baby, or are 60+, you should be paying attention to this virus.
My Baby Was Hospitalized With RSV After a Relative Kissed Him at a Party
RSV

My Baby Was Hospitalized With RSV After a Relative Kissed Him at a Party

You never think your child is going to be in that small percentage of serious cases.
8 Things to Know About Femita Ayanbeku, the Paralympian Who Qualified for Paris 6 Months After Giving Birth
Sports

8 Things to Know About Femita Ayanbeku, the Paralympian Who Qualified for Paris 6 Months After Giving Birth

She shares with SELF how she got started running at 23, her training modifications while pregnant, and why retirement is looking less likely.
How to Feel Horny Again as a New Mom
Hot mama

How to Feel Horny Again as a New Mom

Remember that you won’t be sexless and covered in spit-up forever.
The Olympic Village Will Have a Nursery for the First Time Ever This Year
Fitness

The Olympic Village Will Have a Nursery for the First Time Ever This Year

It’ll be one less thing athlete parents need to think about as they compete in Paris.
Are My Nipple Bumps Normal or Something to Worry About?