Pregnancy is oftentimes seen as a period of profound change, but while the physical transformations take center stage, there’s an equally intriguing shift happening in the brain. Recent studies show that pregnancy reshapes the brain in extraordinary ways, boosting your capacity to connect with, care for, and respond to your baby. Here’s what the research uncovers about "baby brain"—and why it’s far more complex than the stereotype suggests.
Pregnancy is often called a time of transformation, but while we focus on the physical changes, there’s a fascinating shift happening behind the scenes—in the brain. New research reveals that pregnancy rewires the brain in remarkable ways, enhancing your ability to bond, nurture, and respond to your baby. Here’s what science has to say about "baby brain"—and why it’s not what you think.
The internet was abuzz as jaws dropped worldwide when photos of Brazilian singer Ludmilla and her pregnant wife, Brunna Gonçalves, made their debut.Ludmilla, celebrated as the first Afro-Latin American female artist to surpass one billion streams on Spotify, shared the joyful news that she and Brunna are expecting their first child together. While the comments overflowed with support and excitement, it was something on Brunna’s body that left viewers doing a double take in confusion.
Back in the day, finding out if you were pregnant was like solving a mystery with no clear clues. People tried all sorts of bizarre methods, from analyzing bodily changes to seeking advice from mystics. Fast-forward to today, and a pregnancy test is 5,000 steps or one click away.Throughout history, there were some truly unusual attempts to create a foolproof pregnancy test. There was a time when people thought a frog could do the job — yes, we’re serious — and there’s more. We’d love to hear which one you think was the strangest one yet.
Megan Fox has shared that she and her fiancé, Machine Gun Kelly, are expecting a baby. On Monday, November 11, the 38-year-old Transformers actress took to Instagram to announce the exciting news through a striking photoshoot. This announcement marks a special moment for Fox, who is already a mother of three.
Pregnancy doesn’t just transform the body—it rewires the brain. New research reveals surprising changes in how a mom’s brain adapts to motherhood, offering fresh insights into one of the least understood aspects of women’s health.
Hailey Bieber and Justin Bieber are expecting their first child together, keeping the exciting news under wraps until recently. However, subtle hints along the way suggested the impending arrival. Throughout the initial months of Hailey’s pregnancy, the couple opted for secrecy, echoing the sentiment of “baby, baby, baby, no... body needs to know.”
Women hiding their pregnancy isn’t something new. Many do so for professional reasons, others for more personal ones. Still, it took by surprise a husband who found out about his wife’s pregnancy accidentally. Although she has since come clean and explained the heartbreaking reasons why she did it, he can’t shake the feeling of betrayal. So he asked us for help.
Sometimes, a mother-daughter relationship can be turbulent, with a lot of misunderstanding, guilt, and even scandals. Such a thing happened to today’s heroine, whose mother couldn’t accept the fact that her daughter decided to keep her pregnancy a secret from everyone. The woman had a solid reason for it and she didn’t expect that her mom would not only go super-angry about it but would even go that far to cursing her and her family and house. Since then, the woman’s life turned into a chain of negative events, and now she can’t come to terms with her mother because of her behavior.
I chucked the pregnancy test kit into the trash bin, heart racing with anticipation. Tonight, I was planning to spill the beans to Ryan, my hubby, over dinner. Little did I know, the universe had different plans.
Some women are over the moon when they find out they’re expecting. However, for others, it’s a nightmare. Our reader is preoccupied with his wife because she denies that she got pregnant. What’s even worse, she doesn’t want to check whether his doubts are valid.
A 39-year-old woman has found the husband of her dreams in a ragdoll. She got married to the doll in a full-fledged wedding ceremony. Now, her husband and she have welcomed twins, and they couldn’t be happier. The new mother is sharing her experience with pregnancy and how the unusual family’s life has changed now.
Some couples are over the moon when they find out they’re going to have a baby. However, it’s not as bright when one of the partners is temporarily infertile and absolutely unaware of their wife’s pregnancy. This is exactly what happened to our reader. He’ll have to decide whether he’ll raise the child or leave his wife.
Pregnancy is a blessing to some women and a nightmare to others. In this case, our reader’s sister would love to have a baby, but she can’t conceive no matter what. On the other hand, our reader got pregnant and had to hide it from her sister to avoid hurting her feelings. The truth was revealed anyway, and now the relationships in their family are in danger.
The couple wasted no time extending their family since confirming their union in 2021. Their firstborn baby boy, RZA, arrived in May 2022, followed by a second son, Riot, in August 2023. In an interview, Rihanna shared her thoughts on family plans, saying, “My wish would be to have more kids, but whatever God wants for me, I’m here. I’m open to having a girl or a boy or whatever.”
Pregnancy can lead to changes in the size and shape of the nose, catching some women by surprise. There’s a trend on TikTok where women use the hashtag “pregnancy nose” to share before and after photos, and the transformations are quite remarkable. Our featured protagonist also experienced this phenomenon, where her nose and entire face seemed to take on a new identity.
Society often perceives pregnancy as peaceful when a mother forms a special connection to her child. In movies and TV shows, expecting mothers tend to become bigger only around the belly area. They do nothing but walk around shopping malls looking for cribs during the daytime and send their husbands to get them ice cream at night.But in the real world, pregnancy is far from a quiet, carefree time. Many women have to deal with problems they’ve never dealt with before, and celebrities are no exception.
Roughly two years back, my daughter came into the world. Despite a generally uneventful pregnancy, I encountered gestational diabetes around week 32 due to my excess weight, necessitating regular sugar level monitoring. To ensure my baby’s well-being, I underwent a planned cesarean section.
Meet Michella Meier-Morsi, the awesome mom who had her triplet sons named Theodore, Charles, and Gabriel last year. She already had twins in 2018 and wanted to have one more baby. Well, here’s the latest updates.
A courageous young mother has bravely shared her personal journey of pregnancy and childbirth, shedding light on the physical toll it took on her body. In a powerful message, she also takes a stand against the heartless individuals who’ve engaged in body-shaming. Her inspiring story serves as a reminder of the strength and resilience of mothers everywhere.
Lindsay Lohan just confirmed her pregnancy with fiancé Bader Shammas, to whom she has been linked since 2020. Lohan, however, has received a great deal of media attention for her previous relationships, particularly the one with Samantha Ronson. Although their brief but intense romance ended amicably, Ronson came out and shared her feelings regarding her ex-girlfriend’s pregnancy.
Alex Dacy, also known as Wheelchair Rapunzel, was born with a rare, genetic disability called spinal muscular atrophy, a genetic disease that causes muscle wasting and mobility problems. Alexa has become a strong voice for the things she is passionate about, which include ending the stigma surrounding disabled people.
Official numbers show that about 9% of men and 11% of women have fertility issues. In fact, it was revealed that after 1 year of trying to conceive, 12%-15% of couples are unable to do so. That’s why they have to turn to other methods for welcoming a baby. Whatever road they choose, it is definitely a hard one that has many ups and downs.
Pregnancy can be a roller coaster of emotions, as it’s both super tough and amazing at the same time. Not only do women go through a lot during the 9 months of pregnancy, but they also have to deal with the whole childbirth process. Hollywood has a history of not treating female characters fairly, especially when it comes to pregnancy. Even today, movies still don’t seem to get it right.
In August 2022, the 37-year-old model, Chrissy Teigen, announced her latest pregnancy after a long journey with IVF treatments. And now, despite all the sleepless nights at the hospital, the proud 44-year-old dad, John Legend, feels as energized as ever and is sharing his family’s happy news.
Amy Adams continues to be utterly charming. She has always been in Hollywood’s brightest spotlight, and she has something to say when it comes to beauty standards. While pregnant, she gained some weight which taught her more about her body. She recalls that period as one of the most liberating periods of her life: “Being pregnant finally helped me understand what my true relationship was with my body—meaning that it wasn’t put on this earth to look good in a swimsuit.”
Although pregnancy is without a doubt a wonderful time, it often comes with pretty weird and unpleasant symptoms. And some of them might appear very early, even before your pregnancy test comes out positive. From an unusual taste in your mouth to dizziness, there are lots of annoying signs of pregnancy you surely will forget about after you have your baby.
Pregnancy is an incredible journey between a mother, her baby, and the family that surrounds them, full of physical, mental, and emotional changes. However significant or minimal these stages are, women couldn’t help but share their hilarious but totally relatable takes while they were expecting.
It can be very difficult for parents going through a miscarriage. So it’s essential to take some time to grieve the loss of a child, talk with others, and mostly, communicate with your partner. But after every unfortunate series of events, there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. There is sunshine after rain, and a little rainbow baby is on its way. We have collected a list of celebrities who’ve gone through a sequence of emotions throughout this journey.
When celebrities announce their pregnancy, this news is applauded not only by their family and friends, but also by their fans. Sometimes celebrity moms and dads do this through a touching post on social media. But sometimes they choose a more original way and make an announcement through a video or right in the middle of a concert.
Jennifer Lawrence conquered the big screen and our hearts with several of her movies, from the entire The Hunger Games saga to American Hustle. She’s one of the Hollywood stars that does not have social media. However, that didn’t stop her from opening her heart to the world and talking about the moment in her life she is currently going through—becoming a mother for the first time, after having lost two pregnancies.
Late motherhood has become more and more common, and at 48, Hollywood star Hilary Swank has announced her first pregnancy. She made an announcement in the sweetest way.
Pregnancy is a magical period when you feel happy and exhausted at the same time. Your body and mood change every day, and it can disturb you. To make these days more comfortable and relaxing, you need some good tips and gadgets to survive all 3 trimesters.
Pregnancy is a beautiful decision made with love by people who want to start a family. But because it’s such a unique process, it can also be a bumpy road. As women, we all experience pregnancy in our bodies differently. And after giving birth, the postpartum body is an important part of the process that should be talked about.
Whether you’re expecting your first or your third baby, every pregnancy is different and full of many unknowns. From body pillows to stretch mark lotions, there are many products that moms-to-be might need to make this magical yet challenging time a little bit easier.
Pregnancy is not an easy period, when the anticipation of meeting the baby is mixed with worries that the body will never be the same again — along with mood changes and maintaining one’s well-being. But we sincerely believe that this period is the blossom of female beauty, and celebrities prove it well. Instead of sitting indoors, far from everyone’s eyes, they don elegant dresses and shine at public events and gala dinners.
