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As the founder and CEO of Fashion Mamas, a network for influential moms, Natalia Alcala has her finger on the pulse of all things motherhood. Now that she's just days away from welcoming her second child, that expertise is coming in handy — because the mama has made her (hospital bag packing) list and checked it twice. She had everything packed and ready to go weeks ahead of her early August due date, and now she can focus on the most exciting part: Meeting her baby girl. @nataliealcala Natalie, who...

From nausea to sore breasts, pregnancy comes with a bassinet-load of early pregnancy symptoms. However, there’s one early pregnancy symptom that can further affect your day-to-day—first-trimester fatigue. Can’t find the energy to finish your Vinyasa flow? Daydreaming of plush pillows and snug sheets? You’re not alone. Extreme fatigue often fogs the first trimester, and while you may enjoy the excuse to order pizza and binge-watch Netflix, it can also take you away from your work, family, and other obligations. Fortunately, first-trimester fatigue is temporary and very treatable. With our guide,...

If you're an expectant parent, we have one piece of advice for you: you need a vacation. It doesn't matter if you find the term 'babymoon' kind of silly — a pre-baby trip is such an important way for to-be parents to make some memories (and stay in one last crib-free hotel room!) before they welcome their new addition. But depending on your situation, this may not be the time for a far-flung exotic vacation. If you're pregnant, you may be nervous about straying too far from home (what if...

There's this idea that pregnant women need to keep their news under wraps during the earliest weeks — some say they can start spilling the beans at 12 weeks, others use the 14-week-mark (aka the start of the second trimester) as the benchmark. Our take? You should reveal your pregnancy whenever it feels like the right time for you, whether that's five minutes after you see that positive test or post-birth a la Kylie Jenner. But while your personal preference may be to remain tight-lipped for a while, it's also...

Laura Reynoso has made a name for herself as the bilingual beauty behind Spanglish Fashion, a lifestyle blog that details her adventures in travel, motherhood, personal style and more. Now Laura is about to tackle her most exciting role yet: Mother of two. The Texas-based influencer is due with her second baby (it’s a boy!) in just a few weeks. Laura, who has a two-year-old son, Diego Luis, knows what to expect on delivery day — but she admitted she’s still nervous about how her firstborn will handle his baby...

It's completely normal to feel nervous from time to time when you're pregnant — particularly if you're pregnant for the first time and finding yourself in unfamiliar territory. Those fears can strike especially hard in your first trimester when there are a lot of unknowns and few people even know you're expecting. But it's important to remember that above all else, pregnancy is exciting and truly worth enjoying. That's why we suggest taking a few simple steps that'll help you curb the first-trimester fear and focus instead on how amazing...

Have you been trying to think of a way to show the new mom in your life some love? If so, we have a suggestion for you: Send her a postpartum care package. While in-person visits are always appreciated, they can be tough to coordinate with a newborn in the mix (particularly if you don’t live in the same city as the new mama!). That’s why we can't overlook the value of sending over a useful postpartum recovery gift with mama in mind. Care packages are such perfect tokens of support...

Like many of us, Rachel Drori was trying to fit healthy, nutritious meals into her busy life...but was frustrated by the lack of options. In 2015, Rachel decided to take matters into her own hands: She founded Daily Harvest, a direct-to-consumer brand blending health and innovation to send delicious superfoods straight to your freezer so you can prepare and enjoy them at your convenience.The business is one of the fastest growing nutritional food brands in the U.S. With more than 100,000 subscribers, Daily Harvest delivers breakfast bowls, ice cream sundaes,...

Name: Sophie Jaffe, Founder of philosophieLives In: Los Angeles Mom To: Kai, age 7 + Leo, age 5 + a girl due in JuneFollow her at: @sophie.jaffeMeet Sophie Jaffe, a raw food chef, yoga teacher, entrepreneur, and LA mom. Sophie founded her company, philosophie, to make it easier for people to achieve wellness. From cleanses to superfood products, she’s at the forefront of a food revolution. We sat down with this trailblazer to talk food, family and her favorite LA eats—with and without kids. Where did your love of healthy...

Name: Jocelyn Delk Adams, Blogger, Cookbook Author and Founder of Grandbaby CakesLives In: ChicagoMom to: Harmony, 4 months oldMeet Jocelyn Delk Adams, a blogger, baker, cookbook author, and Chicago mom. For Jocelyn, dessert is in her genes. Inspired by her grandmother, who turned out a neighborhood crowd every time she baked a cake, the recipes she creates turn classic flavors into modern treats. We sat down with the Chicago-based queen of sweet to talk food, family, and her favorite place to grab a hot dog.How did Grandbaby Cakes come about?...