The Bump

The rise of baby-tracking technology may be increasing parental stress, not easing it. Here’s how to take a balanced approach to using these devices. save article By Michelle Sabia, Contributing Writer Published July 8, 2026 NEW! Medically Reviewed by Dina DiMaggio Walters, MD Image: Oscar Wong | Getty Images As someone who specializes in women’s health, I was surprised how easily I slipped into postpartum anxiety without even realizing it.

What you should know about doing the deed after delivery—including what it feels like and what to do if you're not exactly feeling sexy. save article By Ashley Ziegler, Contributing Writer Updated July 6, 2026 Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD | Fact Checked by G. O’Hara Image: PeopleImages | Shutterstock After both of my pregnancies, I was low-key terrified to go to that six-week postpartum checkup where I’d likely be cleared to have sex again.

When the grill starts to sizzle and the sparklers are lit, it can only mean one thing—the Fourth of July has arrived! And it’s that awesome time of year where the entire country goes red, white and blue to commemorate American independence. A holiday this big calls for even bigger celebrations. Think morning parades, marching bands, festive crafts, backyard cookouts, block parties, salty beach trips and—of course—the honorary fireworks show.

Both accounts can help you build wealth for your child, but they work very differently. Here's how Trump Accounts and 529 plans stack up—and how to use them together. save article By Sarah Brooks Published June 30, 2026 NEW! Fact Checked by Denise Porretto Image: PeopleImages | Shutterstock If you recently welcomed (or are about to welcome) a baby into your family, you’ve probably heard two terms tossed around lately: Trump Accounts and 529 plans.

Show your patriotic pride and tap your creative side with these festive July 4th activities and projects. save article By Kristen Bringe Published June 23, 2026 NEW! Image: Arina P Habich | Shutterstock Growing up, my cul-de-sac crew and I always spent the week leading up to July Fourth making crafts and decorating a float for our neighborhood parade.

Help your kids embrace their creative side with these adorable DIY gifts, cards and crafts that celebrate their favorite leading man. save article By Kristen Bringe Updated June 17, 2026 Image: Evgeny Atamanenko | Shutterstock Making art with my daughter is one of my favorite things in life, so helping her make a Father’s Day craft for our favorite guy is really a gift to me, too. We get to make color-soaked memories, and my husband gets a heartfelt gift.

It’s not as straightforward as you’d think because doctors track pregnancy in weeks, not months. So how do you figure out which month you're actually in? Here, ob-gyns break it down. save article By Colleen De Bellefonds Published June 15, 2026 NEW! Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD | Fact Checked by G. O’Hara Image: Basil Pind | Stocksy United Before getting pregnant myself, I’d written quite a bit about the journey to conception and knew that doctors typically count pregnancy in weeks.

Looking forward to getting back to your spicy-tuna roll habit postpartum? Here’s what you should know. save article By Alexandra Frost Published June 11, 2026 NEW! Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD | Fact Checked by G. O’Hara Image: Olga Moreira | Stocksy United The list of foods to avoid during pregnancy is quite long. So once she delivered her second baby, Alex M., a mom of two, ordered sushi right to her delivery room. Her favorite order?

A queer parent on the imperfect, joyful relationship she’s been able to have with her daughter after accepting and proclaiming her own identity. save article By Alena Papayanis Published June 10, 2026 NEW! Image: Serena Burroughs | Stocksy United “I can’t decide,” my daughter whined frustratedly, tears forming in her eyes and threatening to overflow. She was trying to pick two themes to write about for an assignment. I knew her anguish all too well.

Nighttime fussiness is totally normal—we’ve got expert-approved tricks that’ll soothe your little one like a charm. save article By Marygrace Taylor, Contributing Writer Updated June 10, 2026 Medically Reviewed by Lauren Crosby, MD | Fact Checked by G. O’Hara Image: Kelly Knox | Stocksy United I thought I’d hit the jackpot with my son, who was a chill, sleepy baby for the first two weeks of his life. Then, the newborn witching hour hit.