Pregnancy
26 Best Pregnancy Blogs of 2012
With thousands of pregnancy-related blogs to choose from, finding a few that are worth the read can be a challenge. Thankfully, this selection of pregnancy blogs will lead you toward the best of the best.
From poignant and touching personal diaries of life as an expectant mother to charming and hilarious diatribes on the less-than-pretty details of pregnancy, these blogs create a timeless tribute to the wonders, worries, and stretch marks that come with pregnancy. Go forth and find information, advice, companionship, and fun on the best pregnancy blogs of the net.
Mom in Rome
Sassy, smart, and stylish, this Roman mother is anything but typical. Her award-winning pregnancy blog details her time during and after pregnancy, juggling work and parenthood, and an occasional fashion post to top it all off. Complete with fantastic and wild family photos, this is a blog you won’t want to miss.
Mom in Rome is proof positive that motherhood can still be trendy, fun, and universally charming (literally). Artsy and creative, the blog of this mother/wife/dogowner/architect/interior designer is worthy of any prize you could throw at it.
Fearless Formula Feeder
Not one to beat it around the bush, this blog is a die-hard advocate for free choice in infant feeding options. Acknowledging and exploring the extreme difficulty many women have breastfeeding or in deciding how to best feed their newborns, this site takes the breastfeeding vs. formula feeding debate to the level it deserves: that of mom-to-mom discussion, sharing, and personal choice.
Full of reader contributions and a no-nonsense attitude, this blog gives formula-feeders a supportive community and an opportunity to connect with other parents who have made the decision to use infant formula.
Crazy Lesbian Mom
Bold and brave, this pregnancy blog documents the experiences of a lesbian woman trying to build a life with her partner, successfully complete IVF treatments, and manage a mental illness. Her raw and honest stories are full of passion, and her soul is revealed in every post.
This talented blogger holds no punches and reveals her secrets at the same time, crafting a riveting personal story that will speak to any woman struggling to conceive. This is one blog that screams “unique” from the get-go, and the twists and turns involved in the author’s experiences are captivating and heart wrenching.
Chic & Cheap Nursery
No matter where you are in the world of motherhood – veteran, newbie, or expectant – this site will become your go-to stop for affordable, stylish design ideas. Inspired by her own desire to craft a fabulous nursery for her first born, founder Nicole Abbott set out to prove that fabulous, kid-friendly design can be practical, even on a budget.
Chic & Cheap Nursery provides ideas for inspiration, decorating tips, guidelines for saving money, and DIY instructions for cute and polished nurseries. Bring your nursery and kid bedroom ideas beyond the boring when you check out this creative blog.
The Girl Who
Picture this: a “recovering” Mormon, an ex-guitarist, and a brand-new baby. Then visit The Girl Who to see it all make sense. High-energy and fantastically funny, this blog details life in the world of a young family who refused to take the road most traveled by. Now they enjoy beer, music, speculation on everything from politics to life in the big city, and the journey through life as bloggers and parents.
The Girl Who blog makes talented repartee seem like second-nature, and the blogging couple seems to just be getting started. Readers should look for more to come from this dynamic duo.
Two Dads and Twins
Unlike most pregnancy-related blogs, Two Dads and Twins details one family’s adventures in adoption, same-sex parenting, and the wild world of raising twins. As if the ins and outs of a life with Two Dads and Twins isn’t interesting enough, this blog reminds its readers that life as a parent is never boring: kids really do say the darndest things.
Packed with hilarious “The kids said what?!” posts and tales of trips, spills, and toddlerhood, this blog is comedic therapy for parents everywhere. Two Dads and Twins reminds readers of what really matters: love, life, and a great sense of humor.
Project Nursery
The brainchild of mothers and business partners Melisa Fluhr and Pamela Ginocchio, this creative blog brings attainable, lovely design ideas to the masses. Being a parent and a DIY-decorator has never been so appealing, and Melisa and Pamela are working hard to make their fabulous blog a one-stop-shop for design resources, nursery ideas, party planning tips, and other decorating info for busy moms and moms-to-be.
The ultimate authority on style and swank for baby rooms and beyond, Project Nursery is a love-fest for all design ideas both kid-friendly and awesome.
Celebrity Baby Scoop
Celebrity Baby Scoop is like a large ice cream sundae of gossip with the added perk of being free (of calories and waits at the convenience check-out counter!). Their daily dose of star-studded photos and updates on celebrity pregnancies and families will keep visitors coming back for more.
From giveaways to running tallies on celeb due dates, this site keeps its promise to “dish it out.” Use Celebrity Baby Scoop to stay current with your bump-watching, follow the latest fashions, and be the first in your circle of friends to know who’s having a baby with who in Hollywood.
Birthing at Home
Wife, mother, and self-described “birth junkie” Diana has devoted her blog to discussing the ins and outs of midwifery, home births, and natural childbirth. A vocal and passionate advocate for woman-centered childbirth experiences, Diana blogs about everything from morning sickness to doulas to her own labor experiences.
Birthing at Home’s authentic and welcoming posts make it easy to see why Diana’s blog has been selected for this award; her style, energy, and eager exploration of all things birth-related have brought her to the forefront of reliable and inviting discussions on home births.
His Boys Can Swim
The delightful documentary of a blogging couple’s experiences with pregnancy, parenting, and beyond, His Boys Can Swim takes a light-hearted approach to just about everything. Tongue-in-cheek, Jane and Tarzan (as they call themselves) take on everything from poopy diapers to panic-stricken moments as new parents.
Clever and sometimes surprisingly open, this couple spills the beans about what it really means to be a parent, and makes their readers laugh hysterically along the way. Bookmark this blog if you are determined to never take parenthood too seriously.
American Pregnancy Association's Pregnancy Blog
The American Pregnancy Association’s pregnancy blog is the must-see site for new and expectant parents, or for women with infertility concerns. Full of information, expert advice, reliable resources, up-to-date news, and the latest tips on family health and safety, this blog is the be-all, end-all for informational pregnancy blogs.
Whether you are considering IVF, experiencing ridiculous pregnancy symptoms, wondering whether your cravings are normal, or hoping that your baby won’t get cradle cap, the American Pregnancy Association’s blog is the place to be.
The Unnecesarean
Devoted to tackling the alarming issue of a rapidly increasing rate of C-Sections in the US, The Unnecesarean brings news, research, advice, and stories of mothers and babies to readers interested in this phenomenon. A dedicated advocate and fearless reporter, blogger Jill Arnold provides powerful arguments in favor of midwifery, natural births, and a reexamination of American medicine’s obsession with the C-Section.
The Unnecesarean offers a brave and up-to-date collection of piercing analyses on society’s view on childbirth and the increasing involvement of surgery in the labor process.
Milk-Friendly
As cute as its title, Milk-Friendly shares the trendiest styles in breastfeeding attire and products for breastfeeding women and moms-to-be (and everyone else!). This charming catalogue of blogger Maryam’s journeys through pregnancy and breastfeeding makes learning about breastfeeding – and looking fashionable – as fun as a gabfest with a gal pal.
Not one to sugarcoat things, Milk-Friendly helps women find support and tips on breastfeeding and parenting while keeping in mind the most important thing: looking great! Check out the blog to learn how to be a hip, hot mama.
March of Dimes' News Moms Need
News Moms Need, the mom-friendly blog run by March of Dimes, is just what it purports itself to be: a steady dose of timely, relevant information for today’s busy moms and moms-to-be. The site is filled with informational tips for your family’s health and safety, news stories on recent research, and encouraging stories to help manage a premature birth or a sick newborn.
An excellent site for women with high-risk pregnancies or who are expecting their first child, News Moms Need can keep you informed about everything from formula recalls to bonding with your baby.
At Your Cervix
Run by a labor and delivery nurse on her way to becoming a nurse-midwife, At Your Cervix is a spunky, fresh insider take on the real world of medical deliveries, the path to finding the right delivery method, and the ins and outs of childbirth options. With a passion for beautiful childbirth experiences and her hard-earned experience in the delivery room, this anonymous RN adds some serious personal appeal to the journey for self-discovery.
As if that weren’t enough, At Your Cervix also keeps tabs on the latest research and news surrounding childbirth experiences, pregnancy, and reproduction.
Should Be the Beginning
Clever, cheery, and full of fun, this mama’s blog began with her pregnancy and continues with her journey through parenthood. J.V.’s focus on finding out who she is, learning to love motherhood, and filling her posts with cute baby pictures is enough to make any reader add her to their list of favorites.
This no-nonsense blog provides non-stop laughs, cheeky commentary on breastfeeding and the messy parts of pregnancy and parenting, and a feel-good intro to surviving life pre- and post-partum. Should Be The Beginning should keep up the good work.
PregTASTIC
PregTASTIC, an online radio station and blog for pregnant and parenting women, keeps expectant and new mothers up-to-date with the latest on NICU tips, the emotional turmoil that accompanies a first pregnancy, and even ideas for activities to do while pregnant.
This well-rounded site provides a host of useful information on pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between. Run by a host of been-there bloggers, this fabulous site is building a PregTASTIC community of women and parents who wish to connect and learn from those who have walked the walk.
My OB Said What?!?
Surprising, amusing, and sometimes shocking, this unedited forum of responses to My OB Said What?!? will make you gasp, laugh, shake your head, and thank your lucky stars you have a better OB than the site’s contributors.
A true site for readers who love to contribute – or who just love to laugh – this site catalogues “the crazy but true comments said to birthing women by doctors, midwives, doulas, lactation consultants, and childbirth educators.” The contributions of readers everywhere make this site worthy of a regular read. Keep sharing your stories!
Birthing Beautiful Ideas
Run by blogger Kristen – who is also a grad student, mother of three boys, doula, feminist, and philosopher extraordinaire – Birthing Beautiful Ideas is full of the mental meanderings spawned by pregnancy, miscarriages, childbirth, parenting, writing, and supporting the cause of women and mothers everywhere.
Devoted to helping women find the best choices in pregnancy, delivery, and parenting for their individual situations, this savvy and smart blog helps bring the joy of discovering a life path to each of its readers. Kristen makes your pregnancy her passion, and her blog shows it.
Belly Itch
A daily and delicious bit of gossip, Belly Itch makes an art out of “bump watching.” This style-filled site tracks the rich and famous bellies of Hollywood’s moms-to-be and keeps tabs on those who may be moms-to-be. As if celeb pictures and shameless speculation weren’t enough, this classy and fun blog also offers health news and relevant pointers for expectant mothers.
Forget following the tabloids and magazines for an occasional bit of baby chat about the stars; let Belly Itch do the hard work for you, and reap the rewards of being a regular reader.
Baby Making Machine
Cute, hip, and fun, Baby Making Machine tracks the real-life world of one pregnant mother and “wannabe Domestic Diva.” Full of lovely photographs, delightful family stories, and endearing confessions, this blog is a gem for all baby-making readers out there.
Whether you initially start reading this blog for its style or for its content, you will stay hooked because of its heart-warming, playful, and amusing take on pregnancy and parenthood. There is never a dull moment with Baby Making Machine, and this blog invites you along for the ride.
Mon Petit Amour
Charming, chic, and oh-so-cool, Mon Petit Amour follows Morgan on her journey through pregnancy, parenting, a miscarriage, and a bold attempt to love life as it is given. At once soulful and fun, this blog is full of enough crafty Martha Stewart style to make any mama-to-be envious.
Mon Petit Amour is a delightful mix of personal stories and magazine-worthy photos that create a feast for the eyes. Once you begin reading, you will find yourself drawn to discovering more about Morgan’s life and loves: her son, her Hubs, Pinterest, and sharing her amazing story with her very lucky readers.
Pregnant Women and Babies
Honest and touching, Lily’s personal take on life as a pregnant woman and mother to four (including twins!) is a breath of fresh air to the expectant mother. Filled with family photos and her personal journey of pregnancy and parenting, Pregnant Women and Babies give a heart-warming look at life for a Christian woman trying to be the best of everything: counselor, mother, wife, and friend.
This delightful blog offers a kind and humorous approach to all of life’s challenges. Kudos to Pregnant Women and Babies for making a blog about family speak to women at all stages and phases of life.
A Little Pregnant
Fiercely honest and not afraid to curse like a sailor, Julie Robichaux weaves a clever and impassioned blog on her “madcap misadventures in infertility, pregnancy, and parenthood.” Originally full of her personal experiences with IVF, ectopic pregnancy, and miscarriage, this no-holds-barred blog has morphed into a journal of parenting a child with ADHD.
Candid and brave, A Little Pregnant says what every other mom and mom-to-be is thinking. Julie’s bold style makes this blog a must-read for sassy women who yearn for a dose of soul-baring attitude in their daily read.
ABC Family
ABC Family is no longer just a TV channel – it’s a real-life, honest-to-goodness true story blog of Arwen (the all-star blogger), Bryan, and their children Blaise and Camilla. Keeping it real with writings on her struggles to conceive, her son’s hospital stay, and the trials and tribulations that come with raising a family, Arwen’s creation offers comfort and companionship for pregnant and parenting women everywhere.
Never without a picture of family or a fun-filled take on life in the fast lane, ABC Family is charming and candid, making it one of the best pregnancy-related blogs on the web.
Pregnant Chicken
Not for the faint of heart, this blog is a laugh a minute. Pregnant Chicken pokes some pregnant fun at everything from diet mishaps to awkward bellies. Now the proud parent of two boys, blogger Amy Morrison makes life seem so entertaining you would rather keep reading about hers than go live your own.
Still devoted to making magic out of pregnancy ups and downs, Amy keeps a hilarious hold on listeria, antidepressants, roller coasters, and even the horizontal mambo for pregnant women everywhere. Pregnant Chicken is a must-read for every woman wondering when the fun begins with pregnancy.
The Best Pregnancy Blogs of 2012
Mothers and mothers-to-be have never had so many options as they do now for online resources and advice. We have found the most original, entertaining, helpful, and creative pregnancy and parenting blogs on the Web. Make use of our search to narrow down your list to only the best pregnancy-related blogs, and show them your support.
March into the world of motherhood well-equipped for everything from spit-up and cloth diapers to NICU stays and first haircuts. Check these top blogs out today for a healthy dose of pregnancy and parenting literary pleasure!
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