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Pregnancy

From your first positive test to the final weeks, explore expert advice about your baby’s growth, your changing body, and how to care for both with confidence.

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Our Tools & Calculators

Due Date Calculator

Find out when you'll meet your baby and other important dates along the way.

Ultrasound Due Date Calculator

Saw your little one during an ultrasound? Here's when you'll meet them in person.

IVF Due Date Calculator

Find out when your baby is due by using your IVF transfer date.

Chinese Gender Predictor

Guess at your child's gender using a chart from ancient Chinese folklore.

Pregnancy Weight Gain Calculator

Find out if your weight is within a healthy range at any week of your pregnancy.

Body Health

Support your body through every stage with tips on nutrition, fitness, prenatal care, and managing the physical changes that come with pregnancy.

Pregnant woman looking at herself in her bathroom mirror evaluating her pregnancy weight gain so far. Body Health

Frequently Asked Questions about Weight Gain in Pregnancy

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

A pregnant women who's entered her third trimester organizing her baby's clothes. Body Health

Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Close up of the baby bump of a pregnant woman who has entered her second trimester. Body Health

Everything You Need to Know About the Second Trimester

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

A close-up of a woman holding an hCG test strip. Body Health

Understanding Your hCG Levels During Pregnancy: What’s Normal in Each Week?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Happy couple examining a positive pregnancy test in the first trimester. Body Health

First Trimester of Pregnancy: Baby, Symptoms, and Tips

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Pregnant mom being hugged around her baby bump by her partner. Body Health

When Do You Start Showing in Pregnancy?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Diet & Fitness

Explore ways to maintain a balanced diet and appropriate fitness during pregnancy to support your health and your baby's development.

A hot dog in a bun slathered with condiments and toppings. Diet & Fitness

Can Pregnant Women Eat Hot Dogs?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Bowl of kimchi, symbolizing that it's a safe food for pregnant women. Diet & Fitness

Can Pregnant Women Eat Kimchi?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

A bowl of green seaweed, which is a suitable food for pregnancy. Diet & Fitness

Can Pregnant Women Eat Seaweed? Risks and Safety Tips

Medically Reviewed by: Daniel Gomez, MD, FACOG, FACS

A pizza topped with pepperoni, which pregnant women can only eat if thoroughly cooked. Diet & Fitness

Can Pregnant Women Eat Pepperoni?

Medically Reviewed by: Daniel Gomez, MD, FACOG, FACS

Arrangement of different kinds of peppers on a table. Diet & Fitness

Can Pregnant Women Eat Spicy Food? Risks, Benefits, and Myths

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Selection of cheeses on a cutting board, symbolizing that certain kinds of cheese are unsafe during pregnancy. Diet & Fitness

Which Cheeses Are Safe to Eat While Pregnant?

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Fetal Development

Follow your baby’s growth with insights into key milestones, development stages, and what’s happening inside your womb.

A pregnant woman and her partner touching her bump to perform a kick count. Fetal Development

Kick Counts: When and How to Track Your Baby’s Movements

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Pregnant woman holding two baby slippers. Fetal Development

FAQs about the Chinese Gender Predictor Chart and Calendar

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman in a doctor's office looking at her baby's first ultrasound. Fetal Development

Frequently Asked Questions about Ultrasound Due Dates

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Pregnant women sitting on a couch looking at her pregnancy tracker app. Fetal Development

What Are the Best Pregnancy Tracking Apps in 2025?

Medically Reviewed by: Wong Mun Yew, MBBS

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How to Find Out Your Baby’s Gender With an Ultrasound

Medically Reviewed by: Lisa Valle, DO, FACOG

The words "Boy" and "Girl" on a blue and pink background. Fetal Development

When and How Can You Find Out Your Baby’s Sex?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Labor & Delivery

Learn about the physical and emotional experience of childbirth to navigate the process confidently.

Close view of a pregnant woman's belly as she prepares to have a Foley bulb induction. Labor & Delivery

What Is a Foley Balloon or Bulb Induction, and What Happens During One?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman's hand holding an ultrasound image of her baby over a sign that reads "coming soon," with a pair of baby's sandals on it. Labor & Delivery

Frequently Asked Questions about Calculating Your Due Date

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

A pregnant woman being prepped for an amniotomy by her doctor. Labor & Delivery

Amniotomy: When and Why Your Doctor Might Break Your Water

Medically Reviewed by: Nika Vizcarra, MD, FACOG

Room of surgeons performing a C-section on a soon-to-be mother. Labor & Delivery

C-Section (Cesarean Section): Procedure and Recovery

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Pregnant woman placing her hands on her belly in anticipation of her water breaking. Labor & Delivery

Water Breaking: Signs and What to Do When It Happens

Medically Reviewed by: Lisa Valle, DO, FACOG

A woman having contractions holding on to her partner's and nurse's hands. Labor & Delivery

What Do Labor Contractions Feel Like?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

Navigate this difficult experience with expert-backed advice to gain clarity, support, and coping strategies.

An illustration of a woman who has had a miscarriage being comforted by her partner. Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

Types of Miscarriages: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman receiving an ultrasound to check for vanishing twin syndrome. Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

Vanishing Twin Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Effects

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman clutching her stomach while speaking to her doctor, as she's noticed the signs of an ectopic pregnancy. Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

Ectopic Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

A woman sitting on a bed worrying that she has had a miscarriage. Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

What to Know About Miscarriage: Signs, Causes, and How to Cope

Medically Reviewed by: Lisa Valle, DO, FACOG

Woman sitting on the edge of her bed with a sad expression after experiencing early pregnancy loss. Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

Understanding a Blighted Ovum: What It Means for Early Pregnancy

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman with a possible threatened miscarriage lying on the bed holding her stomach. Miscarriage (Pregnancy Loss)

What Is a Threatened Miscarriage? Causes, Signs, and Treatment

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Pregnancy Safety

Get trusted guidance on what’s safe during pregnancy—from foods and activities to medications and everyday precautions.

Pregnant woman at risk of toxoplasmosis infection sitting next to cat. Pregnancy Safety

Toxoplasmosis During Pregnancy: Causes, Risks, and Treatment

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Pregnant woman getting a bandage placed over her flu shot injection site. Pregnancy Safety

Can You Get a Flu Shot While Pregnant?

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

A full cup of red raspberry leaf tea sitting on a saucer. Pregnancy Safety

Red Raspberry Leaf Tea: Can It Induce Labor and Is It Safe?

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Close-up of a newborn baby's feet (representing the feet-first breech position). Pregnancy Safety

Breech Baby: Causes, Complications, and Treatment Options

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman getting Tdap shot in doctor's office. Pregnancy Safety

Tdap Shot During Pregnancy: Safety and Why You Need It

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Pregnant woman with nausea holding her stomach while lying down on couch. Pregnancy Safety

What Are the Side Effects of Prenatal Vitamins?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Prenatal Testing

Gain insights into monitoring your baby's health and development to make informed decisions throughout your pregnancy.

Woman talking with doctor at her first pregnancy appointment. Prenatal Testing

What to Expect at Your First Prenatal Appointment

Medically Reviewed by: Nika Vizcarra, MD, FACOG

Woman having a strap placed on her arm in preparation for her non-invasive prenatal testing. Prenatal Testing

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT): Should You Get It?

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Doctor placing ultrasound wand on pregnant woman's baby bump. Prenatal Testing

3D and 4D Ultrasounds: Are They Safe, and Should You Get One?

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Doctor explaining the the chorionic villus sampling procedure to a pregnant woman. Prenatal Testing

Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS): Benefits, Risks, & Results

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman receiving a glucose test for gestational diabetes. Prenatal Testing

Signs You Passed Your Glucose Test for Gestational Diabetes

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Symptoms

Find out how to identify early pregnancy signs and learn about the changes happening in your body.

Pregnant woman sitting in bed and clutching her chest as a result of heartburn. Symptoms

Heartburn in Pregnancy: When It Starts, Treatment, and Tips

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Pregnant woman with headache rubbing her temples. Symptoms

How to Deal with Headaches During Pregnancy

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Pregnant woman brushing her teeth in front of a mirror. Symptoms

Pregnancy Gingivitis: Are Bleeding Gums Normal During Pregnancy?

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Pregnant woman sitting up and massaging her lower back for pain relief. Symptoms

Lower Back Pain When Pregnant: When It Starts and What Treatment Is Available

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

Pregnant woman holding her mouth as if about to vomit, due to her heightened sense of smell. Symptoms

What Causes a Heightened Sense of Smell (Hyperosmia) During Pregnancy?

Medically Reviewed by: Ann Dobry, DO, FACOG, MSCP

Pregnant women clutching her belly and suffering from pelvic pain. Symptoms

Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

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What Is a Threatened Miscarriage? Causes, Signs, and Treatment

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10 Foods and Drinks to Avoid During Pregnancy

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