CONT ENT S MAY 2026
INSIDE
in each issue 6 Mom to Mom-to-be 8 Little Bits 10 Baby Love 20 Baby World 24 Belly Laughs 26 Baby Faces
12 BEYOND THE GLOW: NAVIGATING AMBIVALENT FEELINGS
Pregnancy can bring complex, conflicting emotions like ambivalence, and embracing these feelings without guilt is an important part of navigating the journey into parenthood.
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14 An honest look at prenatal and postpartum anxiety, showing how social media and stigma can worsen it while reminding readers that these struggles are common and treatable. FACING ANXIETY BEFORE AND AFTER BIRTH
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TOP 10 NEW-PARENT MISTAKES No parent is perfect—don’t let Instagram fool you. So don’t get too hung up by the bumps along the way like these common (and sometimes funny) new-parent mistakes.
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Managing diabetes during a first pregnancy can feel overwhelming, but with careful planning, monitoring, and support, it’s entirely possible to have a healthy and confident pregnancy journey. NAVIGATING YOUR FIRST PREGNANCY WITH DIABETES
BIRMINGHAM’S BEST BABY BOUTIQUES Discover local shops offering adorable clothing, toys, and essentials for babies (and moms!).
8 THINGS TO DO IN BIRMINGHAM WITH A BABY A roundup of baby-friendly outings including parks, play spaces, and parent-baby activities.
18 Postpartum body image and identity shifts can bring unexpected grief and pressure, but embracing self-compassion, redefining personal worth, and seeking support can help new parents navigate these changes. POSTPARTUM BODY POSITIVITY
PREPARING OLDER SIBLINGS FOR A NEW BABY Practical ways to help children adjust to welcoming a new baby into the family.
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