Pregnancy Support, Tips, and Planning Resources for Real Moms
Pregnancy is hard work! And if you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, or unsure what you actually “need” right now, you’re not alone.
Growing a human comes with so much:
- New emotions
- New responsibilities
- Exhaustion as you build a new organ AND grow a human
- And a whole lot of pressure to “keep up” (please don’t feel that pressure. It’s simply unnecessary.)
Undefining Motherhood is your calm corner of the internet for pregnancy support, pregnancy symptoms explained in real-life language, pregnancy planning tips, and the must-have pregnancy essentials that actually make your day-to-day easier.
No fear-based advice. No judgment. Just simple guidance and emotional reassurance from PhD moms and experts who get it.
Whether you’re here for:
- Our bestselling pregnancy planner (trusted by more than 35k moms with more than 1k 5-star reviews!)
- Trying to make sense of weird early pregnancy symptoms
- Wondering about the best baby registry sites
- Just getting ready for baby
We’re here to help you rest instead of hustle!
Take a breath, mama. You’re doing enough.
Explore these resources at your own pace, and choose whatever feels supportive today.
If you’re looking for non-judgmental pregnancy support curated by seasoned moms and vetted by PhDs and medical professionals, you’re in the right place.
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Clearing Up Your Second Week of Pregnancy Confusion
For women hoping to grow a family, scanning our bodies for success signs is a normal part of the process. It’s no wonder, then, that so many of us find ourselves scouring the internet for search results on things like “2 weeks pregnancy symptoms” and “2 weeks pregnant belly.” Unfortunately, however, the second week of […]
What You Need to Know About One Week Pregnancy Symptoms
Throughout my infertility journey, I became well-acquainted with what my body was doing on a day-to-day basis. A twinge in my lower abdomen was a sign of impending ovulation; soreness in my boobs was sure to represent my period’s big debut. Bleeding might mean implantation bleeding! Basically, any little ache, twinge, or flutter was mentally […]
18 Baby Shower Party Favors Guests Will Love
So, you’re planning a baby shower for a mom who’s near her due date and trying to mark off all of the items on your to-do list. The diaper cake’s been built, games have been organized, and cute baby photos of the soon-to-be parents have been printed…what else could you possibly be missing? Baby shower […]
Maternity Style: How to Build a Maternity Capsule Wardrobe
Capsule wardrobes are all the rage. What exactly are they, you ask? And what the heck to they have to do with maternity style?? Well, a capsule wardrobe is a minimalist approach to your closet (take a deep breath and stay with me, ok?) that MAXIMIZES the pieces you have so you get the best […]
25 Best Maternity Bras
As you get older, you come to realize that bra shopping is no joke. Gone are the days when you could roll up into Walmart and buy a bra that you thought was cute and not give it a second thought. These days, support is crucial. And when you get pregnant? Well, shopping for the […]
Best Maternity Pajamas of 2023 (for Home and Hospital)
When you’re pregnant, comfort is key. Weird things happen to pregnant bodies, and all mamas carrying babies want to feel as comfortable as possible. That, and we want to sleep while we can, and the right pair of comfy, cozy maternity pajamas can work wonders for helping keep us as rested as possible. And we […]
Baby Registry Essentials and What You Don’t Need
Trying to create a baby registry was a lot like having writer’s block for me. I could NOT force myself to sit down at my computer and tackle this daunting task. It was just too much! Sound familiar? I’m here to save you tons of time and energy by telling you all the new baby […]
Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack for Mom in 2 Organized Bags
Making a hospital bag checklist can be such an unnecessarily overwhelming experience. Let’s be real here–it kind of sucks. What if you overpack? What if you don’t have everything you need? Slow your worries, mama. Our 2-bag packing system takes away all the stress by giving you a hospital bag checklist that will keep your […]