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The role of mindfulness in pregnancy and postpartum recovery

Have you ever noticed how pregnancy seems to amplify everything? Your emotions, physical sensations, worries about the future—they all become more intense as you navigate this transformative journey. In the midst of such profound change, mindfulness offers a powerful anchor, helping women cultivate presence and emotional balance during pregnancy and beyond.

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Navigating pregnancy accommodations in the workplace: Essential 2025 rules

Pregnancy shouldn’t mean putting your career on pause. Yet for many women, the physical demands of pregnancy can create workplace challenges that impact their ability to perform job duties. With recent legislative changes, both employers and employees need to understand the evolving landscape of pregnancy accommodations.

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Partner burnout after birth: Why it happens & how to prevent it

The arrival of a new baby brings immense joy, but it also introduces unprecedented challenges for both parents. While much attention is rightfully given to the birthing parent’s physical recovery and emotional well-being, partners often experience their own form of exhaustion and stress that can develop into burnout.

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Wearable tech & sleep: Can your smart device help during pregnancy?

Pregnancy often turns a good night’s sleep into an elusive dream. Between physical discomfort, hormonal shifts, and anticipatory thoughts about motherhood, many expectant mothers find themselves tossing and turning. But could the fitness tracker on your wrist be part of the solution?

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Why supporting pregnant and postpartum employees is a business advantage

In today’s competitive business landscape, progressive companies are discovering a powerful talent retention strategy: supporting employees through pregnancy and the postpartum period. With nearly 70% of women continuing to work while pregnant according to [Beginning.com research](https://home.beginning.com/blog/pregnancy/pregnancy-workplace-support-flexible-work-during-pregnancy-maternal-wellness-at-work/), and 1 in 4 women exiting the workforce during their first year of motherhood as reported in [workplace return studies](https://home.beginning.com/blog/post-pregnancy/postpartum-workplace-policies-return-to-work-after-birth-supporting-new-mothers-at-work/), how organizations respond to maternal employees’ needs directly impacts their bottom line and organizational health.

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Postpartum self-care: Small daily rituals that make a big difference

The early days of motherhood can feel like navigating uncharted waters while sleep-deprived and emotionally raw. With postpartum depression affecting [1 in 8 women](https://www.postpartumdepression.org/resources/statistics/) in the US—that’s over 460,000 new mothers annually—self-care isn’t just a luxury; it’s essential for healing and wellbeing.

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Why education is the best birth plan

Are you meticulously crafting the perfect birth plan? Detailing your preferences for everything from lighting to labor positions? While having a written birth plan certainly has merit, there’s something even more powerful at your disposal: education.

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Pregnancy exercise myths: What’s safe and what’s outdated advice

Pregnancy often comes with a flood of well-meaning advice from family, friends, and even strangers. When it comes to exercise during pregnancy, outdated myths can leave expectant mothers confused about what’s safe for them and their baby.

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Pregnancy cravings: what your body might be telling you

That sudden urge for pickles and ice cream at 2 AM isn’t just a pregnancy cliché—it’s a real phenomenon experienced by the majority of expectant mothers. If you’ve found yourself desperately needing specific foods during pregnancy, you’re in good company. Between 50-90% of women experience food cravings during pregnancy, according to research at [Beginning.com](https://home.beginning.com/blog/pregnancy/pregnancy-cravings-meaning-and-handling-healthy-swaps/).

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The role of sleep in postpartum healing: why rest matters for new moms

The birth of a baby brings overwhelming joy, but also unprecedented challenges—especially when it comes to sleep. While everyone jokes about new parents being tired, few discuss how crucial sleep is for a mother’s physical recovery and emotional wellbeing. Nearly 71% of women report poor sleep quality in the first month after giving birth, making it a universal yet often overlooked aspect of postpartum healing.