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Babies Born in October Are Most Likely to Be Rich and Famous

Babies Born in October Are Most Likely to Be Rich and Famous

Expecting this month? Your baby might just be in luck!

12 Pregnancy Gadgets and Products To Make These Nine Months Easier

12 Pregnancy Gadgets and Products To Make These Nine Months Easier

From the practical to the peculiar, here's a list of gadgets that may help you through the next nine months, or at least help make your pregnancy even more interesting.

Pregnancy Confidential Podcast Week 26: Is Breast Always Best?

Pregnancy Confidential Podcast Week 26: Is Breast Always Best?

Find out what's going on in week 26 of your pregnancy on this podcast episode of Pregnancy Confidential.

Pregnancy Confidential Podcast Week 25: Gearing up for Baby

Pregnancy Confidential Podcast Week 25: Gearing up for Baby

Find out what's going on in week 25 of your pregnancy on this podcast episode of Pregnancy Confidential.

Pregnancy Confidential Podcast Week 20: Baby Registry

Pregnancy Confidential Podcast Week 20: Baby Registry

Find out what's going on in week 20 of your pregnancy on this podcast episode of Pregnancy Confidential.

What to Put (And Not Put) on Your Baby Registry, According to Moms

What to Put (And Not Put) on Your Baby Registry, According to Moms

Don't get stuck with a bunch of baby items you'll never use (wipes warmers and nursing covers, we're looking at you!). We asked moms and registry pros to share the most common baby registry mistakes to avoid.

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12 Awesome Co-Ed Baby Shower Ideas

12 Awesome Co-Ed Baby Shower Ideas

Instead of having a traditional ladies-only baby shower, invite the daddy-to-be and his friends too. These co-ed baby shower ideas will bring your celebration to the next level.

Kate Middleton's Hospital Bag Was Reportedly Packed With the Most Adorable Items

Kate Middleton's Hospital Bag Was Reportedly Packed With the Most Adorable Items

Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, just gave birth to her third child. And, as a mother of two already, Middleton knew how to prepare for the big day like a true pro.

13 Amazing Push Gifts

13 Amazing Push Gifts

Baby Registry Guide for Twins

Baby Registry Guide for Twins

Pregnant Hilaria Baldwin Panics About Having a Fourth, Is Every Mom of a Big Family

Pregnant Hilaria Baldwin Panics About Having a Fourth, Is Every Mom of a Big Family

What It Really Means to Be Overweight and Pregnant

What It Really Means to Be Overweight and Pregnant

14 Surprising Ways to Save on Baby Stuff

Your little bundle doesn't have to cost a bundle. Here's how to be smart about your spending without having to skimp.

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9 Things to Do to Get Your House in Order Before Baby Comes

9 Things to Do to Get Your House in Order Before Baby Comes

'Teen Mom' Kailyn Lowry Offers Advice to Mom-to-Be Kylie Jenner

'Teen Mom' Kailyn Lowry Offers Advice to Mom-to-Be Kylie Jenner

Kate Middleton's Due Date Revealed

Kate Middleton's Due Date Revealed

This Beyoncé-Themed 'Bey-Bey' Shower Is Everything

This Beyoncé-Themed 'Bey-Bey' Shower Is Everything

Moving Homes When You're Pregnant: 9 Tips for Doing It Safely

Moving Homes When You're Pregnant: 9 Tips for Doing It Safely

9 Things I Want My Friend to Know About Having Her Second Baby

9 Things I Want My Friend to Know About Having Her Second Baby

Pregnant Mom Hilariously Spoofs April the Giraffe Baby Watch

Pregnant Mom Hilariously Spoofs April the Giraffe Baby Watch

Get a Financial Grip: Buying Baby Gear

Get a Financial Grip: Buying Baby Gear

Paulina Gretzky and Pro Golfer Hubby Tee Up Awesome Gender Reveal

Paulina Gretzky and Pro Golfer Hubby Tee Up Awesome Gender Reveal

Photo: Pink's Daughter Willow Is So Ready to Be a Big Sis

Photo: Pink's Daughter Willow Is So Ready to Be a Big Sis

ICYMI: If You're Smart, Thank Your Mom

ICYMI: If You're Smart, Thank Your Mom

Here's a Family Gender Reveal Idea That Really Hits the Mark

Here's a Family Gender Reveal Idea That Really Hits the Mark

7 Things Pregnant Women Actually WANT to Hear

7 Things Pregnant Women Actually WANT to Hear

ICYMI: This Gender Reveal Didn't Exactly Go as Planned...or Did It?

ICYMI: This Gender Reveal Didn't Exactly Go as Planned...or Did It?

4 Ways to Cut Stress and Enjoy Your Second (or Third!) Pregnancy

4 Ways to Cut Stress and Enjoy Your Second (or Third!) Pregnancy

ICYMI: See the Bittersweet Gender Reveal That Will Break Your Heart

ICYMI: See the Bittersweet Gender Reveal That Will Break Your Heart

5 Things You'll Do Differently as a Second-Time Mom

5 Things You'll Do Differently as a Second-Time Mom

No One Will Ever Top This Couple's Gender Reveal by Brad Paisley

No One Will Ever Top This Couple's Gender Reveal by Brad Paisley

10 Cool Ways to Track Your Baby Bump

10 Cool Ways to Track Your Baby Bump

10 Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Babymoon

10 Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Babymoon

Meet the Umbrella Stroller

Meet the Umbrella Stroller

Choose a Baby Swing

Choose a Baby Swing

Weatherproof Your Stroller

Weatherproof Your Stroller

See the Maternity Shoot That Turned into the Sweetest Surprise Proposal

See the Maternity Shoot That Turned into the Sweetest Surprise Proposal

This Coach Let His Team Name His Unborn Baby—Here's What They Picked

This Coach Let His Team Name His Unborn Baby—Here's What They Picked