Health & Baby

The weight you carry into your pregnancy matters even more than how much you put on during it, according to research.

Depression during pregnancy is often overlooked, even though it happens just as frequently as the postpartum variety. Know your risks.

Can you get rid of pregnancy stretch marks? Do stretch marks go away? What works to get rid of stretch marks after you’re pregnant? Learn about pregnancy stretch marks and what you can and can’t do to make them look better.

It can be stressful if you can’t seem to get pregnant. But stress itself can hurt your chances of conception.

Find out when is the best time to have sex to boost your odds of getting pregnant.

Is it safe to take medications for mood disorders when you’re pregnant? The answer, experts say, is complicated.

About to welcome a new baby? Experts share the products you’ll need -- and the ones you won’t.

Depression during pregnancy is still often overlooked, even though it happens just as frequently as the postpartum variety.

More than 90 families of babies who spent time in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta reunited in early May to celebrate their progress since they left the hospital.

Just because herbal remedies are natural doesn't mean they’re safe for you and your baby. A review finds concerning side effects from ones like ginger, almond oil, and raspberry leaf.

From 50% to 70% of women have back pain at some point in their pregnancy. You can ease the ache with these simple tips.

From getting pregnant to timing contractions during labor, there’s an app for nearly every part of your pregnancy. WebMD takes a look.

Are you over 35 and ready to get pregnant for the first time? An OB/GYN suggests creating a "reproductive life plan," scheduling a checkup, and doing these other things.

Before you get pregnant, get as close to a healthy weight as possible to help spare complications for you and your child. Read advice from an OB/GYN.

When you’re a mom-to-be, you’re almost guaranteed to feel your growing baby kick or move around some. Then there’s Vanessa Fisher. She felt her unborn son do a complete 180 with a big assist from her doctor.

Hoping to take the plunge into parenthood? Follow these fertility tips.

Thinking about getting pregnant? Here’s what to do in the weeks and months before you conceive to protect your baby-to-be.

A lot of women have pregnancy cravings, but there’s also a flip side: food aversions.

If you're pregnant, can you color your hair? Get a flu shot? Have sex? Here's what the experts say about the top old wives' tales about pregnancy.

Is it possible to carry a baby without knowing you’re pregnant? It happens more often than you think.

Focus on getting healthy before you decide to get pregnant.

Pregnancy comes with its own set of physical trials and tribulations. Here's how to stay cool during the summer months.

Will you need an episiotomy, and how long will it take to recover? WebMD explains what your mom didn’t tell you about episiotomies.

Experts set the record straight on miscarriages. WebMD has the details.

WebMD covers common myths about miscarriages and what you really need to know about them.