Hailey Okula — a nursing influencer known as “Nurse Hailey” — died late last month of complications from giving birth to her first child, her husband Matthew Okula, announced in a heartbreaking Instagram post Tuesday. He subsequently revealed to Fox 11 Los Angeles that the cause of death was amniotic fluid embolism (AFE), a rare and … Read more
Maybe it’s just a small dribble after a sneeze, or that sudden urge to go that sends you rushing to the bathroom — only to come up short. Urinary incontinence is a common condition affecting over 25 million Americans, but a staggering 44% say they aren’t comfortable discussing it with their doctor. That’s according to … Read more
Cleanup on aisle 7! A Texas woman unexpectedly went into early labor while running errands at her local Walmart — and her husband caught the whole thing on camera. Serena Mancera, 31, stopped by the supermarket with her husband, 27-year-old Juan Mancera — before the couple headed to the beach with Serena’s family, including their children Levi … Read more
There’s nothing like a mother’s love —widely considered primal, unconditional, selfless, even automatic. But what’s less understood and often underappreciated are the changes, sacrifices, demands, and commitment expected of new moms. After the excitement of the baby shower and a newborn’s arrival fades, ongoing support, empathy, and self-love are crucial throughout this transition into the … Read more
Establishing a relaxing bedtime routine is key to ensuring peace of mind for both parents and baby. It may not guarantee you a full night of sleep but it will help you survive the witching hours and deepen the connection with your baby. Sarah Ezrin, author, yoga educator and maternal mental health advocate, suggested bathing … Read more
From the moment you find out you’re expecting, there’s a lot of excitement. But there’s also a lot of: “How are we going to do it?” You may live in a concrete jungle or its periphery, but you don’t need to go at it alone. In fact, from postpartum meal delivery services (check out Brooklyn-based … Read more
It’s the mother of all tripping tricks. Flying with a belly full of baby is no joke — but traveling with a faux gut made out of a makeup bag? That’s a real gag. That’s how genius globetrotter Grace Hale avoided paying extra luggage upcharges on a recent Ryanair flight from England to Scotland. She tucked her … Read more
It’s the miracle of birth. Despite all odds against her, a woman in Germany — who was already a mom of nine — gave birth at age 66 without help from in vitro fertilization. Fertility begins to slowly decline when a woman enters her 30s, and those odds continue to plummet as the years go … Read more
They say that maintaining a healthy diet, getting lots of sleep and practicing breathing exercises can all make giving birth go a little smoother. And while that may be good advice, Alissa Mosca, 33, a USA Weightlifting coach and a Planet Fitness trainer who is six months pregnant with her first child, says there are plenty of … Read more
Struggling with excess weight? Blame mom. Over one billion people worldwide are living with obesity, defined as having a BMI of 30 or higher. The World Health Organization officially declared obesity a global epidemic in 1997, noting that rates had nearly tripled since 1975 — which is when experts believe the epidemic began. What has … Read more
This brand is facing a lot of mad mamas. A popular baby brand is being slammed for demanding that an influencer return the crib they sent her after she was unable to post pictures using it — because her baby died. Brooklyn Larsen, a “So You Think You Can Dance” alum, and her husband, Tanner, … Read more
They stirred the pot. A Florida couple went viral for hosting a meatball-themed gender reveal party, which some critics panned as more tasteless than three day-old cannoli. Mom-to-be Rosanna Fontana posted footage of the March 2 celebration on Instagram, showing the festivities inside restaurant North Italia where a sign asked, “What will Baby Fontana have? … Read more
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Think you can’t exercise with a baby bump? Think again. Alissa Mosca, 33, is a USA Weightlifting coach and a Planet Fitness trainer who is 6 months pregnant with her first child — and she hasn’t let her bundle of joy get in the way of her burpees. Alissa Mosca, 33, is a USA Weightlifting … Read more
Olivia Culpo was brought to tears while explaining a number of health issues she dealt with during the first trimester of her pregnancy. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, 32, and her husband, 49ers star Christian McCaffrey, announced last week they’re expecting their first child. In a video posted to TikTok on Tuesday, Culpo said she … Read more
Planning a sunny getaway? You might want to pack a mosquito net. Health experts are warning about an emerging threat making waves in popular vacation destinations, as cases of the Oropouche virus have been reported in US and Canadian travelers returning from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba and Peru. While much about the tropical disease remains … Read more
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey are entering their parenthood era. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit alum announced Monday she’s pregnant with the couple’s first child, posting black-and-white photos of herself on Instagram while cradling her baby bump. Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo announced in March 2025 they’re expecting their first child. Instagram/@oliviaculpo “Next chapter, motherhood,” Culpo … Read more
An American YouTuber who claimed he impregnated his girlfriend and her mother has come clean about their “pregnancy” announcement – but still insists their three-way relationship is real. Nick Yardy, 29, horrified the internet when he recently announced his 22-year-old adult entertainer girlfriend Jade and her mom Dani, 44, were both pregnant with his children. … Read more
Could a vitamin be the secret to a smarter baby? Groundbreaking new research suggests that taking folic acid, a type of B vitamin, early in pregnancy can significantly boost a child’s verbal and behavioral skills by the time they turn 6 years old. “Our study provides new information showing a positive connection between taking folic … Read more
Postpartum depression affects about one in every seven women who give birth, but little is known about what happens in the brains of pregnant women who experience it. A new study begins to shed some light. Researchers scanned the brains of dozens of women in the weeks before and after childbirth and found that two … Read more