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June marks the global celebration of Pride Month, and one clear way to be an ally today (and every day!) is by giving back to organizations that empower LGBTQ+ individuals and families, such as PFLAG, Rainbow Families and The Trevor Project. Another option is to put the power of your dollar toward supporting LGBTQ±founded brands […]
Life is an uphill battle for preemies right from the start. After spending their early days in the NICU, these little fighters often face ongoing health challenges as they grow up. One such challenge is the risk of weaker bones. Previous research has shown that babies born very preterm or with extremely low birth weight […]
As a new parent, you might think you need to bathe baby every day, but experts say this simply isn’t the case. “I think the most important thing is to recognize that daily baths aren’t only unnecessary in infants, but they’re applying a cultural norm for no health or hygiene reason,” says Dipesh Navsaria, MD, […]
Every new parent has an incubation period where it seems easier to stay home than to run even the smallest errands with baby. Once you’re finally ready to venture out, the question becomes what exactly do you need to pack? The pregame preparation can be even more daunting when you’re going on a trip—whether it’s […]
We’re big fans of the maternity robe, a versatile wardrobe essential that can be worn from pregnancy well into parenthood. The key difference between a maternity robe and your standard wrap is that it’s made with more fabric, which means it’ll fully cover your bump while you’re carrying baby and be extra snuggly to wear […]
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Boppy Company reissued a warning to stop using recalled lounger pillows after two more infants died. The Boppy Company originally recalled 3.3 million of its popular newborn lounger pillows in September 2021 after eight deaths occured. Sadly, the most recent fatalities occurred in October 2021 and November […]
Gerber has officially launched this year’s Gerber Baby Photo Search with a special new twist. In celebration of the program’s 13-year anniversary, the beloved baby food brand is asking parents not only to snap a photo of their adorable little ones but also to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane by sharing their own […]
Dubai Bling Stars Kris Fade and Brianna Ramirez Fade are starting a whole new adventure together! The reality TV stars confirmed with People that they are expecting their first child—a baby boy—together. The happy news comes after Ramirez opened up about being diagnosed with Graves’ Disease in October 2022. An autoimmune disease, that results in […]
In the face of an emergency, you can count on Mom to keep her cool and look out for those who need help. It’s that “motherly instinct” that helped Milwaukee bus driver Imunek Williams jump into action when the bus she was driving started to smoke and then caught fire. At 8 months pregnant, Williams […]
Here at The Bump we’re big fans of a coordinated family outfit. And these days there are tons of aww-worthy mommy and me looks on offer. But where does that leave the dads? While there are considerably fewer options for men, many brands have gotten the memo and now offer cute daddy and me matching […]
Just so you know, What to Expect may earn commissions from the shopping links included on this page. All sales and prices are accurate at the time of publishing. Summer is packed with activities, from backyard BBQs to 4th of July firework shows. But for parents who love a good deal there is one event […]
Summer has arrived, which means Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner. The two-day sale, which usually takes place in mid-July, offers massive discounts on everything from daily essentials to big-ticket items. It will be an especially great time for parents to snag the items they need for their babies, themselves and their homes, […]
There are enough parenting styles going around TikTok right now to make your head spin. From crunchy vs. silky moms to “scrunchy moms,” one of the most popular parenting styles to hit the platform has been “gentle parenting”. Focused on validating your child’s emotions and approaching challenges with empathy and compassion, gentle parenting has found […]
Ryan Gosling is known for his many heartthrob roles, from the mentoring bachelor in Crazy Stupid Love to Noah in The Notebook. But the star is now taking on one of the most iconic leading man roles of all time, in part because of a sign from his daughters. The Canadian actor is garnering attention […]