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Second Trimester (Weeks 14–27)
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Weight Gain Calculator
Healthy weight gain by your pre-pregnancy BMI.
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Pregnancy Calorie Calculator
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Baby Name Generator
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Baby Cost Calculator
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Pregnancy Diet by Trimester: What to Eat When
A trimester-by-trimester pregnancy diet plan with daily targets for protein, calcium, iron, folate, DHA, and calories — backed by ACOG and USDA guidance.
📅 June 13, 2026
Round Ligament Pain: Normal or Worry? (Week 14-26)
Round ligament pain is sharp, sudden, and scary the first time. Learn what's normal, when it starts, and red flags that mean call your OB now.
📅 June 8, 2026
Pregnancy Heartburn: 9 Safe Relief Strategies
Pregnancy heartburn affects up to 80% of expectant moms. Learn what causes it, when it starts, and 9 safe, OB-approved ways to find relief.
📅 June 5, 2026
Pregnancy Week 20: Anatomy Scan & Halfway Point
You're halfway there at 20 weeks pregnant. Learn what the anatomy scan covers, baby's size, normal symptoms, and milestones to expect.
📅 June 2, 2026
Pregnancy Brain: Is It Real? (Science + Tips)
Pregnancy brain is scientifically real. Learn what causes forgetfulness during pregnancy, when it peaks, practical coping tips, and the surprising upside.
📅 April 30, 2026
Building Your Birth Plan: A Step-by-Step Template
Create your birth plan with this complete template. Covers labor preferences, pain management options, delivery choices, newborn care, and emergency scenarios.
📅 April 28, 2026
How to Sleep Comfortably When Pregnant
Best sleeping positions by trimester, why left-side sleeping matters, pregnancy pillow comparisons, and expert tips for beating pregnancy insomnia.
📅 April 26, 2026
20 Creative Gender Reveal Ideas for 2026
The best gender reveal ideas for 2026: safe, creative, and Instagram-worthy. Includes balloon boxes, colored smoke, cake reveals, confetti cannons, and virtual options.
📅 April 24, 2026
Baby Shower Planning Guide: Complete Timeline & Checklist
Plan the perfect baby shower with this step-by-step guide. Covers timing, budget, themes, games, food, registry tips, and a printable planning checklist.
📅 April 22, 2026
12 Safe Pregnancy Exercises for the Second Trimester
The best exercises for the second trimester ranked by safety and effectiveness. Walking, swimming, prenatal yoga, and more — with modifications and warning signs to watch for.
📅 April 20, 2026
20-Week Ultrasound (Anatomy Scan): What to Expect
Everything about the 20-week anatomy scan: what doctors check, how long it takes, how to prepare, what happens if something is found, and whether you can learn baby's sex.
📅 April 18, 2026
The Complete Guide to Your Second Trimester (Weeks 13–27)
Your complete second trimester guide: baby development, the anatomy scan, exercise, weight gain, baby shower planning, and what to expect from weeks 13 to 27.
📅 March 21, 2026